Sermons on Hard Heart:

The Heart Of Religion Is Loving God And Neighbour Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 8, 2024

Some may view religion as a set of rules or dogmas, but Jesus reveals its true heart. Let’s explore into His teachings.

In Mark 12:29-31, a scribe asks Jesus, "Which commandment is the most important?" Jesus replies, "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength...and you shall love your neighbor as yourself." Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:29-31, Matthew 6:14-15

Prepare The Passover. Prepare Your Heart

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Apr 2, 2023

God wants to take us to another level in Him. Behold I stand at the door and knock. If any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me. Are you ready to go from religiosity and tradition to relationship.

“Prepare the Passover” Subtopic: “Prepare Your Heart” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. Prelude: - There are 2 sides to every story, there are 2 sides of a coin, 2 sides of the street. Well, when it comes to the Word of God there are 2 sides as well, there’s the natural and the spiritual. 1 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:7-13, Revelation 3:20, 1 Corinthians 2:14, 1 Corinthians 15:40-50

Denomination: Apostolic

Seeking God With All Your Heart

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 19, 2025

To seek God with all your heart means to long for Him above everything else — more than riches, fame, success, or pleasure.

SEEKING GOD WITH ALL YOUR HEART By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 29:12-13 Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 4:29, Psalm 119:2, Matthew 6:33, Hebrews 11:6, Isaiah 55:6-7 INTRODUCTION: The pursuit of God is the noblest and most rewarding endeavour any believer can undertake. To seek God ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:12-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Manly Thanksgiving --- The Power Of A Thankful Heart! Series

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Oct 20, 2021

Let me start by making one thing clear. Thanksgiving for the Christian man is much more than just another holiday!  This is an awesome time to teach our families (and remind ourselves) that we should be grateful towards God during this special season (and always).

Thanksgiving is Much More Than a Holiday Let me start by making one thing clear. Thanksgiving for the Christian man is much more than just another holiday!  This is an awesome time to teach our families (and remind ourselves) that we should be grateful towards God during this special season ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6, Psalm 107:1, James 1:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Knows Your Desires Of Heart Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 13, 2021

Jesus answers and says, "For out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, slander" (Matthew 15:19).

Jesus answers and says, "For out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, slander" (Matthew 15:19). And then: "What comes out of a man is what makes him 'unclean.' For from within, out of men's hearts, come evil ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:19, Romans 7:18-20, Proverbs 16:30

Unlocking God's Heart: The Power Of Obedience SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Brethren, what do you think is the key to God's heart? Is it humility, perseverance, or faith?

Today, we will explore the key to God's heart. Is it humility, perseverance, or faith? While these qualities are important, the Bible reveals that obedience is the true key to God's heart. Let us delve into John 14:23-24 to understand this concept. Jesus states, "If you love me, keep my commands." ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23-24

Topics: Faith, Obedience

Guiding Young Hearts: A Parent's Duty SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

Parents have the crucial role of guiding their children towards the path of righteousness. This sermon explores this responsibility and the importance of instilling spiritual values in children from a young age.

Today, we will explore the important responsibility parents have in training their children in the ways of the Lord. Proverbs 22:6 tells us to "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it." But how exactly should we go about this training? Let's delve ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Topics: Parenting, Childhood, Spiritual Growth

Preparing Our Hearts For The Advent Season PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 9, 2023

This sermon explores living in the light of Isaiah's prophecy, preparing for God's presence, and allowing His transformative power to work in us.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, to this gathering of hearts and souls. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We convene in this sacred space, bound by our shared faith, our love for our Savior, and our hunger for His Word. We are a tapestry of God's grace, each ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7

Topics: Hope, Messiah

Making Room In Our Hearts For The King PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 15, 2023

The sermon encourages believers to recognize God's humility, magnify His majesty, and consciously make room for Him in every aspect of their lives.

Good morning, beloved congregation. Isn't it a blessing to gather together in His name, to bask in the warmth of His love, to be guided by His word? We're here today because we've been called by a love greater than any we could imagine, a love that was born in a manger in Bethlehem, a love that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7

Topics: Glorifying God, Greatest Gift

Grateful Hearts Attract Greater Blessings

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 20, 2025

This message teaches that a heart consistently filled with gratitude positions a believer for continuous increase, divine favour, and greater blessings from God.

GRATEFUL HEARTS ATTRACT GREATER BLESSINGS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 100:4 Key Verse: “Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.” (Psalm 100:4) Supporting Texts: Luke 17:15-19; 1 Thessalonians 5:18; Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Man After God’s Heart

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 2, 2025

To be a man or woman after God’s heart, you must cultivate a heart that worships, repents, trusts, obeys, and loves God’s Word.

A MAN AFTER GOD’S HEART By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Text: Acts 13:22 Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 16:7, Psalm 51:10, 2 Chronicles 16:9 INTRODUCTION: God called David “a man after My own heart” (Acts 13:22). This wasn’t because David was perfect, but because his heart was devoted to God. To be a man or ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Set Your Heart On Fire Again

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 25, 2025

The cry of the Spirit in this season is for believers to reignite their passion and spiritual fervency. The coldness of the world must not infect the heart of the church.

SET YOUR HEART ON FIRE AGAIN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 24:32 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:11, Revelation 2:4-5, Psalm 85:6, Jeremiah 20:9, Acts 2:1-4 INTRODUCTION: The human heart is the centre of passion, devotion, and direction. When the heart is set ablaze by the Spirit of God, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:32, Romans 12:11, Revelation 2:4-5, Psalm 85:6, Jeremiah 20:9, Acts 2:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Shepherd's Sacred Heart Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 22, 2025

Jesus, who is the Second Person of the Trinity and True God, is in His human nature like a shepherd for all of us who believe in Him.

Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus 2025 Before we look at today’s Scriptures, let’s look back even before king Saul and King David to the time when the Israelites were led by Judges. The greatest of these was Samuel. In the first book of Samuel, chapter 8, we see a picture of Samuel when he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:3-7, Romans 5:5-11, Ezekiel 34:11-16, 1 Samuel 8:1-22

Denomination: Catholic

The Deceitful Heart And Unmasking Self-Deception Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 26, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the mechanisms of self-deception, its consequences, and the biblical guidance for overcoming this insidious trap.

The Bible warns us that our hearts are "deceitful above all things" (Jeremiah 17:9). This sobering truth reveals the propensity of our inner selves to distort reality, leading us down a path of self-deception. In this sermon, we'll explore the mechanisms of self-deception, its ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:9

Set Your Heart On Heavenly Treasure

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Aug 4, 2025

Jesus warned his followers that they would be tempted to “set their hearts” on things of little value. If they did that they would not “set their hearts” on what is priceless. Jesus used similar words but in reverse to say that what we treasure will be where our heart goes.

In 1799, twelve-year-old Conrad Reed, skipped Sunday School to go fishing. He found a place to fish along Little Meadow Creek on his family’s farm in North Carolina. While standing by the creek, young Conrad saw what he thoughts was a “yellow rock shining in the water.” With some effort he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-34

Denomination: Lutheran