Sermons on Halfheartedly:

Bread Clearly Broken

Contributed by Jon Lipka on May 6, 2012

Not through intellectual assent, wisdom, and knowledge, but through the act of love, the breaking of bread, do we recognize Jesus Christ and know him as our Risen Lord and Savior.

Hearing the message of the Gospel is not enough. Understanding, intellectual assent is not adequate. Peter’s proclamation of the Gospel at Pentecost did not result in the people exclaiming, “We agree with your reasoning,” or, “That makes sense to us.” Rather, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Anglican

Easter Message: A Woman’s Report

Contributed by Judith Hand on Apr 15, 2011

The scrpture’s account in John chapter 20 of when Mary Magdalene encountered the living Christ at the tomb that first Easter morning.

Easter Message Scripture passages: Acts 10:34-43 Colossians 3:1-4 A WOMAN’S REPORT John 20:1-18 Acts 10: 34 Then Peter began to speak: “I now realize how true it is that God does not show favoritism 35 but accepts from every nation the one who fears him and does what is ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

A Whole Hearted Christian

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 29, 2012

God asks us to give to Him our hearts. God is not looking to have a place in your heart: He wants all of your heart. God is looking for wholehearted Christians. But what are the characteristics that give evidence of being a wholehearted Christian?

A Wholehearted Christian Proverbs 23:26 “My son, give me your heart and let your eyes keep to my ways” God asks us to give to Him our hearts. Joseph Stowell in his book, Fan The Flame, states that “Heart is used in Scripture as the most comprehensive term for the authentic person. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Vintage Wine

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 22, 2023

Don’t let your faith turn to vinegar. Keep it fresh by letting the newness of Jesus Christ flow through you continually.

How many of you remember the 60’s? Some of us lived through that period, some of us have heard or read about it, and for some of us it’s as distant as the American Revolution. The 60’s were a kind of revolution too, complete with ideology and pamphleteers and civil unrest and rather more bloodshed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:36-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What's In Your Lamp? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 8, 2023

This sermon explores the importance of spiritual readiness and preparation for God's unexpected interventions and the eventual return of Christ, the Bridegroom.

Good morning, everyone! It's a joy to be with you all today. I'm so glad to see each and every one of you here. We're here to chat about something that is not only important but also deeply personal. It's about being ready, being prepared, and most importantly, about being awake. Before we start, I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Topics: Watch, Unknown Hour

Stewardship PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 18, 2024

This sermon encourages us to recognize and utilize our God-given talents to serve Him and further His kingdom, as active participants in His divine plan.

Good morning, beloved family of God. As we gather here today, we find ourselves standing at the precipice of a new week, a new dawn, teeming with possibilities and potential. It is in this spirit of anticipation, of hope, that we gather here today to delve into the word of God, to seek His wisdom ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Topics: Stewardship

The Christian Life

Contributed by John White on Jul 5, 2019

As the years roll by we all tend to increasingly have questions about life. As Christians we know the general answers to the age-old questions, “Who am I?’ Where did I come from?” “Why am I here?” “Where am I going?”

The Christian Life James 4:13-15 “Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain: Whereas ye know not what [shall be] on the morrow. For what [is] your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little time, ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-15, Mark 8:34-35

Denomination: Baptist

Reaching For The Prize

Contributed by John Barlow on Dec 15, 2000

Message from Phil.3:1 - 19

LET’S OPEN OUR BIBLES TO PHIL. 3- AND VERSES 12 – 16 12Not as though I had already attained, either were already perfect: but I follow after, if that I may apprehend that for which also I am apprehended of Christ Jesus. 13Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Catching Faith

Contributed by Fred Mueller on May 12, 2001

A Mother’s Day sermon based on II Timothy

The Reformed Church of Locust Valley Easter V May 13, 2001 II Timothy 1:1-10 “Catching Faith” There are certain things you will hear people in the church say over and over –. some are true and some are not. One of the things people say is that the children are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Receive From God

Contributed by Terry Owens on Mar 30, 2001

There’s more to receiving from God than just hoping, there’s faith, learn how to receive from God in this message.

How to receive from God 2 Corinthians 1:20 There are a lot of questions that come to people’s minds when it comes to receiving from the Lord. Some people would rather not believe that God still meets needs so they don’t have to exercise any faith to receive what they need from the Lord. If the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:20

Denomination: Church Of God

Malachi's Mirror (Part One)

Contributed by Douglas Sherwood on Aug 9, 2003

As we look into the face of God, we see His holiness and our sin. Thank God He is at work in us to transform us into His image from glory to glory.

Cape Fear Alliance Church Sunday Morning, August 30, 2003 (AM) Malachi’s Mirror! (Part One) Malachi 1 OPENING ILLUSTRATION: A mirror is a very revealing thing. It generally shows whatever is in front of it . . . warts and all. -It can tell you when you’re having a bad hair day, or when ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-14, 2 Corinthians 3:17-18

Denomination: Nazarene

The Indescribable Gift Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 16, 2004

In this study we’re going to talk about the how of giving – what character should our giving take, and what are the results of our giving.

For more Bible Studies visit: www.LivingWatersWeb.com The Indescribable Gift 2 Corinthians 9 Pastor Tom Fuller Last week we looked at 2 Corinthians 8 and learned about why we should give. We learned that giving is a privilege, that it is to the Lord that we give, and that it is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-15

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What On Earth Are You Doing Here?

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Feb 20, 2004

This sermon asks people to actually sign up for an area of service and commit to it.

What On Earth Are You Doing Here? Romans 12:1-9 February 22, 2004 Intro: A. There a lot of misunderstandings when it comes to the word: “sacrifice.” 1. [Will You Wash My Dishes? 1001 More Humorous Illustrations for Public Speaking, by Michael Hodgin, Zondervan Publishing House, Grand Rapids, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Casting Down The Fortress

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. JOSHUA 5:13-15 1.

A. JOSHUA 5:13-15 1. Joshua meets the "c __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ of the L __ __ __ ' __ h __ __ __" a. The "a __ __ __ __ of God?" b. the pre - I __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Christ? 2. Exodus 3:1-5 a. another "parallel experience" with M __ __ __ __ for Joshua b. still more e __ __ __ __ __ __ __ ...read more

The Cost Of Discipleship

Contributed by Doug Lyon on Jan 9, 2002

Three reasons why following Jesus Christ is costly.

Luke 9:57-62 The Cost of Discipleship INTRODUCTION In the middle of the first century BC, Julius Caesar landed on the shores of Britain with his Roman legions. He took a bold and decisive step to ensure the success of his military campaign. He ordered his men to march to the edge of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Independent/Bible