Sermons on God Sees The Heart:

The Spirit’s Plan For A Church Of Impact Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 11, 2014

A look at how "member" is never used in the Bible to mean "a name on a roll," but rather "a part of the body."

[Drama: The drama: "The Orchestra." There's a band director and three musicians. Director talks to each member one at a time and each says that they're ready, but then says they have one little problem. First one. At the piano. "Ready, but my right hand isn't working right." Director asks shocked ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Deny Oneself & Take Up The Cross

Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Feb 18, 2025

What is the most important decision that you have ever made in your life? Maybe your answer is similar to others‟. Some would answer: going to college, choosing jobs, getting married and applying for green card. Of those listed, which is the most important?

DENY ONESELF & TAKE UP THE CROSS Matthew 16:21-28 What is the most important decision that you have ever made in your life? Maybe your answer is similar to others. Some would answer: going to college, choosing jobs, getting married and applying for green card. Of those listed, which is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No One Knows What It Means Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 12, 2025

A vivid, humorous message exposing cultural Christianity’s counterfeits and inviting listeners to rediscover the transforming power of the real Jesus.

Everyone says they’re a Christian these days. Open a feed and you’ll see Bible verses beside zodiac signs, worship playlists next to self-help quotes, and a dozen different definitions of faith. So I decided to ask a few self-described Christians what they actually believe. Same questions every ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, Matthew 16:24, Galatians 1:6-7, 2 Corinthians 11:4, Romans 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

A Look At Balaam

Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 3, 2004

A Character Study on Balamm, the disobedient prophet.

UNFORGETTABLE CHARACTERS A look at Balaam INTRODUCTION: Balaam is a character who exhibits a purely human trait that some of us may very well have had, and even now struggle with, the willingness to do wrong if the price is right! Balaam was overcome with greed, and greed makes us do some ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons To Be Learned From A Minister's Minister

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 4, 2005

A sermon to those who are entering the pastoral ministry.

"Lessons To Be Learned From A Minister’s Minister" 2 Timothy 4:1-8 The perfect pastor preaches exactly 20 minutes, then sits down, He condemns sin but never hurts anyone’s feelings. He works from 8 AM to 10 PM in every type of work, from preaching to custodial service. He makes $60 a week, wears ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Self-Awareness

Contributed by Larry Grant on Oct 8, 2022

The philosopher, Socrates said, “man know thyself!” He taught that knowledge of self is the basis for true understanding of who we are to others. Self-Awareness according to Paul is so important that he uses it as the basis of comfort for Timothy.

1 Timothy 1:12-14 (NKJV) "SELF-AWARENESS" October 9, 2022 Intro: After spending three years preaching at Ephesus, Paul left the church in the hands of a young preacher named Timothy, Acts 19. Timothy was a young man, in his first pastorate, and he had encountered his share of problems. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Faith And Perspective Series

Contributed by Simon Fullylove on Mar 13, 2006

This message looks at how faith changes our outlook on life

Introduction A young couple rented a vacation cottage for a week. One afternoon the husband looked out a window at the swimming pool and exclaimed, "Let’s change our clothes and go get some exercise!" His wife, who was washing the dishes in the kitchen and looking out the window watching some ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Always Give Thanks

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Nov 18, 2001

In a time of war and acts of terrorism, is it appropriate time to give thanks? I believe everyday of our lives is a time to give thanks.

Always Give Thanks  This week our nation gives thanks for all our bountiful blessings  This year, some will find it hard to give thank in the midst of such tragedies  In a time of war and acts of terrorism, some would say that it is not a time to give thanks  But I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:1-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Doing Good To All Men

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Jan 11, 2008

Christians should not be selective in their kindness to others.

DOING GOOD TO ALL PEOPLE Galatians 6:1-10 November 11, 2007 ILLUSTRATION The story has often been told about the message the founder of the Salvation Army sent to their international convention. General William Booth was unable to attend personally because of ill health, so he cabled the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Tabernacle Part 6 The Board And Bars Series

Contributed by Dr. Steve Newton on Oct 3, 2017

Forty- eight boards standing in sockets of Silver covered by five coverings!!! What golden nuggets await us here!

THE BOARDS AND BARS Ex. 26:15-29; Ex. 36:24-34 We now come to the study of the tabernacle proper. This building was forty-five feet long, fifteen feet wide, and divided into two rooms. It was made of forty-eight boards which stood in sockets of silver. There were twenty boards on each side and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 36:24-34, Exodus 26:15-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Born Of A Virgin Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 14, 2003

The miracle of the Virgin Birth is an essential, non-negotiable truth of the Christian faith. We consider the importance, confirmation, and necessity of this doctrine.

“I Believe”…sermon series on the Apostles Creed “Born of a Virgin” Matthew 1:18-23 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Some Christmas trivia: The verses of the song Twelve Days of Christmas each stand for one of the 12 beliefs stated in the Apostles Creed. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Congregational

Jesus Christ: The One & Only

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Apr 15, 2002

Jesus Christ stands head and shoulders above every other man or woman that has shaped history. Why? What is unique about this man Christ Jesus?

Throughout history there have been many mighty prophets, teachers, reformers, and valiant defenders of freedom. I personally have a favorite. As I flip through the pages of history, I most recently admire Ronald Reagan and his visionary presidency that enflamed the American dream back into our ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Christians Are To Live For The Lord Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 15, 2010

Christians are to live for the Lord by belonging to the Lord and each other and by accepting each other and appreciating them by not being judgmental or argumentative.

Last week we noted from the end of Romans 13 that Christians are to live at the right time and the right place. If Christians do not grasp the truth that Jesus Christ can return to earth at any time, they will not have the right motive or the right power to live! When we get up in the morning, we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sabbath And The Environment Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on May 1, 2007

The Sabbath has an impact on our relationship with creation.

Sabbath and the Environment Earth Day, April 22, 2007 Genesis 1:1-2:3 Introduction – the Goodness of Sabbath keeping – poem Wendell Berry p.5 Sabbath is founded in God’s Creation Out of all Ten Commandments, the Sabbath is the only one that is connected to creation – we are to rest and keep ...read more

Denomination: *other

The Heathen Rage--So What?

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Jul 17, 2008

Whole Psalm. Shows us the nature of sin, and the terrible results of it if it could rule. This Psalm gives us hope in the fact that Jesus will reign over all his enemies.

THE HEATHEN RAGE--SO WHAT? Text: Psalm 2:1-12 Intro: Whole Psalm. Shows us the nature of sin, and the terrible results of it if it could rule. Probably David wrote this Psalm after he had taken Jerusalem from the Jebusites, and made it the head of the kingdom; 2 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Church Of God