Sermons on God Looks At Heart:

Can The Church Be An Obstacle To Discipleship For Jesus?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 1, 2021

Is it possible that some of the doctrine, rules, and regulations of the church be a stumbling block to becoming a disciple for Jesus? Yes, it was definitely one for me and I still struggle with it.

{You may want to read Mark 4:1-9, This is the actual parable that I am speaking about. } [Why parables?] 10 As soon as He was alone, 1 His followers, along with the twelve, began asking Him about the parables. 11 And He was saying to them, "To you has been given the mystery of the kingdom ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:10-19

Denomination: United Methodist

Easter - Alive For Evermore Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Apr 19, 2022

EASTER Sunday has come and gone—a vivid reminder of the death, burial and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ.  Yet, before these events ever occurred, Jesus declared that He was both the resurrection and the life.  Easter is all about Jesus Christ and His glorious resurrection!


“Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection and the life: he that believes in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live.” John 11:25 1. THE MEANING OF EASTER in Old English is Easterdæg, from Eastre. The origin of the term Easter comes from the Germanic name for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:7, Hebrews 9:26-28, John 11:25, Matthew 28:6, Romans 6:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sold Out To Jesus Or A Sell-Out To Jesus? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 28, 2021

A stark contrast between Mary and Judas sets the stage for the beginning of the of Jesus' ministry.

THE END IS NIGH: Amid many unanswered questions, everything in this passage makes it clear that Jesus will be gone soon. - John 12:1-11. - Some of the unanswered questions: a. Why anoint six days early? b. Why did no one notice that Judas was stealing? c. How ridiculous is it to think that ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Matthew 5: 31-48

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 18, 2025

NASB Footnotes from biblegateway.com

5. The Disciple’s Honor – Integrity under Fire Focus: Divorce, oaths, retaliation, love of enemies; call to perfection Why this section: Completes Jesus’ six contrasts, proving discipleship touches covenants, speech, justice, and even treating opponents with grace—vital for warriors who must ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:31-48

Denomination: Vineyard

Confronting Domestic Violence Pastorally Pt 6 Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Dec 17, 2008

This teaching is taken from my book “Beaten, Battered, Bruised & Blessed” (Christians Recognizing and Responding to Domestic Violence) more information can be found at www.c21c.org My prayer is it will help you in Pastoral ministry.

This teaching is taken from my book “Beaten, Battered, Bruised & Blessed” (Christians Recognizing and Responding to Domestic Violence) more information can be found at www.c21c.org My prayer is it will help you in Pastoral ministry. Confronting Domestic Violence Pastorally Women who have ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 7:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fervent Foot Faith

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 14, 2009

We must put feet on our faith. Evangelism is credible if we make certain our lives are clean, if we expose what we believe to others, and if we go confidently into the world with our faith.

Feet are ugly. That’s what someone suggested to me the (other day. Feet are ugly. I can’ t remember why that subject came up, but she insisted that feet are bony, unkempt, twisted, weird, and much the worse for wear after forty or fifty years of use. She said, if I recall correctly, that God must ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9-17

Denomination: Baptist

Fathers, Lead Your Family - A Message To Fathers On Mothers Day

Contributed by Paul Barreca on May 12, 2012

If the greatest gift a dad can give his children is to love their mother. The greatest gift a man can give his wife is to lead his family. We will examine Proverbs 4 as a pattern for fathers to lead their families.

Since today is Mothers Day, I thought I would begin with some statistics from Moms on their most difficult moments. These results were taken from a nation wide survey of moms with children under six. The “Worst place to have to change a diaper” 47% said a public restroom with no ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Hand That Rocks The Cradle

Contributed by Barry Edmondson on May 8, 2011

A Mother's DAy Message.

INTRODUCTION: Someone has written a poem titled: A. THE HAND THAT ROCKS THE CRADLE They say that man is mighty He governs land and sea; He wields a mighty scepter On lower powers than he. But mightier power and stronger Man from his throne has hurled, For the hand that rocks the cradle Is ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:3-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Are Jesus' Genealogies In Matthew And Luke Different?

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Mar 21, 2023

From https://zondervanacademic.com/blog/why-are-jesus-genealogies-in-matthew-and-luke-different This post is adapted from the Four Portraits, One Jesus: Jesus’ Birth, Childhood, and Early Ministry, a free online course taught by Dr. Mark Strauss. My notes will be added later.

The birth narratives in both Matthew and Luke help answer the question, “Who is Jesus and where did he come from?” One of the ways each book does this is by recounting Jesus’ genealogy. The problem is: the genealogies are different. The Old Testament predicted that the Messiah would come from the ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Two For One

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 4, 2019

A study in the Gospel of Matthew Matthew 20: 29 - 34

Matthew 20: 29 - 34 Two for one 29 Now as they went out of Jericho, a great multitude followed Him. 30 And behold, two blind men sitting by the road, when they heard that Jesus was passing by, cried out, saying, “Have mercy on us, O Lord, Son of David!” 31 Then the multitude warned them that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:30

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Nimrod

Contributed by David Parsons on Jan 5, 2005

A character who made a great temporary impact but no lasting impression.

Sermon. HRB. 6:30pm. 09:01:05. Nimrod. Reading: Genesis 10:7-12. Introduction / illustration. *** John Logie Baird / not too many people would recognise the name of the man whose work has had as much impact on the world as anyone in the last eighty years. John ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 10:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus, Remember Me, When You Come Into Your Kingdom

Contributed by Simon Rundell on Nov 24, 2001

Last Sunday of Ordinary Time (Christ the King). Prisoners give us an insight into the special relationship of Christ and the two thieves. Sermon mentions baptism also.

Sermon: Christ the King, 25th November 2001 “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom” In the name of the +Father and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen Last Sunday, we celebrated Prisoner’s Sunday, and we prayed for all imprisoned, their families on the outside, and those who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:35-43

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Footwashing - Example Or Ritual?

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 29, 2000

Footwashing was an EXAMPLE for believers to follow, not a ritual to observe like the Lord’s Table!

FOOT WASHING - EXAMPLE OR RITUAL? (John 13:3-17) [HTTP formatted version of this sermon is located at http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/footwash.html] The Bible does NOT command New Testament believers to observe foot washing as a Church ritual. 1. The washing of the apostles’ feet by ...read more

Scripture: John 13:3-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Behind Every Man

Contributed by John Beehler on Mar 7, 2002

Behind every man stands a woman, sometimes with a cattle prod, cause sometimes we need it.

Behind Every Man 1. How many men feel their wives are important, equal partners with them and valuable to helping them get along in this life? 2. How many men would raise their hands if they weren’t sitting next to their wives right now? 3. Behind every successful man ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Bartimaeus Receives Sight.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Nov 29, 2003

Misery is the object of mercy.

Bartimaeus receives sight. Mark 10:46-52. 11/30/03 Jesus and His disciples were on their way to Jerusalem for one of the biggest festivities celebrated by the Jews. It was nearing the time of the Passover and Jesus, along with thousands would be in Jerusalem for that time. On their way to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Baptist