Sermons on Glad Heart:

The Other Side Of Sadness Series

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Jan 18, 2008

We go through some tough times in our life that make us sad and feeling lonely. But God desires to make our hearts glad again.

The Other Side of Sadness Griffith Baptist Church – 1/20/08 P.M. Service Text: Psalm 30 Key Verse: Psalm 30:5 Introduction I heard of a pastor who was visiting a hospital when the nurse told him about a patient that had just been transferred from a nursing home because her condition was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

9 Ways To Make People Obey You Gladly Series

Contributed by Dag Heward-Mills on Jan 5, 2011

Jesus was able to make people follow his instructions. He told Peter to feed the flock of God and that is exactly what he did. If you call yourself a leader, ask yourself, “Do people carry out my instructions?” Why are some people obeyed and some other

So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs. John 21:15 Jesus was able to make people follow his instructions. He told Peter to feed the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lesson #15 Title: Consider Paul's Imprisonment As A Reason To Rejoice Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 17, 2018

It is because Paul knows that his friends are united with him in the great work of advancing the cause of Christ in the world that he can greet even the prospect of death with undaunted joy.

Date: 9/18/18 Lesson #15 Title: Consider Paul's Imprisonment as a Reason to Rejoice Scripture: (Philippians 2:17-18, NIV) (17) But even if I am being poured out like a drink offering on the sacrifice and service coming from your faith, I am glad and rejoice with all of you. (18)So you too should ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

A Boy With The Heart Of A King Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Apr 3, 2003

God looks on the heart not on the outside. The human ruler is at his most kingly when he bows before God, freely, willing, and out of love for God.

By Guerin Tueno What a disaster! King Saul has gone from being the golden boy of Israel to the John Elliot of the Old Testament. Saul’s reign was like a roller-coaster ride. Started low, but then he shot up as King, and then down again. He misunderstood who’s really in charge. God isn’t some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Anglican

Trust His Heart

Contributed by Wann Fanwar on Apr 9, 2003

This sermon is based on Hosea 11 and is an attempt to help us feel the heart of God. Too often sermons deal with the divine will or mind while ignoring the divine heart. This sermon is designed to address this issue.

TRUST HIS HEART Hosea 11:1-11 If we wish to know God’s will we can refer to his law. If we wish to understand his mind we can study his revelation. But how do we handle his heart? I have but one intention today: To usher you into the presence of Almighty God and allow you to feel his pulse, to ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 11:1-11

Denomination: Adventist

Healing For Calloused Hearts Series

Contributed by Jim Luthy on Apr 28, 2003

Jesus wants to produce life in you and through you. His number one desire is healing the one thing that can stop you—a calloused heart.

Healing for Calloused Hearts Matthew 13:1-23 Pastor Jim Luthy Let’s try a few riddles from justriddlesandmore.com. Write down your answers and I’ll give the solutions at the end. 1. Cathy has six pairs of black gloves and six pairs of brown gloves in her drawer. In complete darkness, how many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23, Ezekiel 11:17-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One Heart & Soul

Contributed by Al Lowe on Apr 29, 2003

The church is one in heart and soul.

Acts 4:32-35 PROPOSITION: The church is one in heart and soul. OBJECTIVE: To lead the church to be one in heart and soul. The scripture readings for the next several weeks are of the primitive church following the ascension of our Lord on the Day of Pentecost. Prior to today’s reading, Peter ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-35, Acts 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Road To Heart Burn Series

Contributed by Ray Scott on May 1, 2003

The disciples on the Road to Emmaus experienced their heart burning within them ... they experienced the resurrected Lord!

“The Road To Heart Burn” (The Road To Emmaus – Luke 24:13-35) INTRODUCTION: Luke Chapter 24 – all turn Today is “Senior Adult Sunday”! Senior Adults have traveled down a long road … some for 60 – 70 – 80 years. They have had a lot of adventures along the way … experienced a great many ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

Turning The Hearts Of The Fathers

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

We need fathers to take on the spiritual leadership in the home.

Title: Making the Most of Our Relationship Lesson 6 “Turning the Hearts of the Fathers” Text: Luke 1:11-17 Introduction: READ EXCERPTS FROM “HEART OF THE WARRIOR, A BATTLE PLAN FOR FATHERS TO RECLAIM THEIR FAMILIES.” Beginning at page 97 -- Would you agree that Satan is attacking our homes in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:11-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

After The Heart Of Judas

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

A look at the life of the one who betrayed Jesus.

Title: After The Heart of Judas Text: John 13:21 Introduction: Jesus has just finished washing the disciples’ feet. He sits at the last supper table for a meal with them and the following takes place: READ JOHN 13:13-21 What an understatement “Jesus was troubled in spirit...” Why wouldn’t ...read more

Scripture: John 13:13-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Guard Your Heart

Contributed by Peter Langerman on May 6, 2003

Guard your heart, for from it come the issues of life

Proverbs 4:20-27 20 My son, pay attention to what I say; listen closely to my words. 21 Do not let them out of your sight, keep them within your heart; 22 for they are life to those who find them and health to a man’s whole body. 23 Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:20-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Healing For The Wounded Heart

Contributed by Brian Chavarria on Nov 16, 2000

Healing for the wounded heart

THE WOUNDED HEART INTRO: A wounded heart occurs when someone or something brings hurt to your emotions. "The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly" Proverbs 26:22. I. SOURCES OF HURTS a. Result of offense brought to us from others. (People ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 26:21-22

Opening The Hearts Of Men

Contributed by Tim Gibson on Nov 23, 2000

How do we open the heart of men ? By having open hearts ourselves and opening our hand to them to see an open heaven.

(1) INTRODUCTION: True worship includes reaching out to the needy (v27) Who is our neighbour ? Who does the robbed man represent (v30) ? (2) THREE STAGES OF OPENING MEN’S HEARTS... We must have open hearts ourselves and give an open hand to them to see an open heaven! (a) OPEN HEARTS : ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:27-37

Denomination: *other

My Heart's Desire

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Nov 24, 2000

This Sermon is about allowing God’s word to flow into our lives causing our faith to increase.

"My Heart's Desire" (Romans 10:1-14) -Rev. A. Torrence, Pastor Cross of Life Lutheran Church The one characteristic that I admired about the apostle Paul is his sense of passion. Paul was man of passion. What ever he set his mind to do, Paul was earnest enough to bring it to reality with fervor. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Is Your Heart Willing

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 14, 2001

This is a mini-sermon (5-7 minutes)designed for our church’s annual Thanksgiving Dinner.

Bel Aire Baptist Church Thanksgiving Dinner Message IS YOUR HEART WILLING? 2 Chronicles 29:31 Introduction: 1. In 2 Chronicles 29 we find a 25-year-old king named Hezekiah. Hezekiah succeeded his father, Ahaz. Now Ahaz had taken everything out of the temple and closed it up. Ahaz had altars ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 29:31

Denomination: Baptist