Sermons on Hard Hearted:

Blessed Are The Pure In Heart Series

Contributed by Dustin Boden on Aug 11, 2024

The Beatitudes teach us how to embody the qualities that Jesus values, such as humility, mercy, and purity of heart.

Becoming (6) Dustin Lee Boden / General “Blessed are the Pure” Matthew 5:1–8 ESV 1 Seeing the crowds, he went up on the mountain, and when he sat down, his disciples came to him. 2 And he opened his mouth and taught them, saying: 3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Marks Of A Wicked Heart Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 12, 2024

In this sermon we'll explore the biblical connection between evil behavior and foul language, arrogant facial expressions, and haughty body language.

The Bible teaches that our words, actions, and even our body language can reveal the condition of our hearts. In this sermon we'll explore the biblical connection between evil behavior and foul language, arrogant facial expressions, and haughty body language. Foul Mouth (Matthew 12:34, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29, Proverbs 21:4, Matthew 12:34

Hope For Troubled Hearts

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 10, 2024

Trusting in Jesus is the only true cure for a troubled heart.

“Hope for Troubled Hearts” John 14:1-14 Over the past few years, I have heard this phrase used to describe what’s going on around us: “The world is on fire.” You and I are living through an extraordinary period of global conflict. In Europe Russia and the Ukraine are in the midst of one of ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

The Tragedy Of Unrepentant Hearts Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 26, 2024

The human heart is capable of great good or great evil. While many people strive to grow, learn, and change for the better, others tragically remain entrenched in their harmful ways.

The human heart is capable of great good or great evil. While many people strive to grow, learn, and change for the better, others tragically remain entrenched in their harmful ways. This article explores the phenomenon of individuals who refuse to relinquish their evil habits, despite the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:22

Sermon On A Loving Heart

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 19, 2024

A loving heart is said to describe a person who feels or shows love to others.

Oscar Wilde, an Irish poet and playwright once remarked: “Keep love in your heart. A life without it is like a sunless garden when the flowers are dead. The consciousness of loving and being loved brings a warmth and a richness to life that nothing else can bring.” 1 Corinthians 13:1-7 reminds us: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:27, Philippians 2:1-11, Jude 1:20-25, 1 Corinthians 16:14

A Heart For His House

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Mar 16, 2025

This message was a part of a stewardship series that looked the cost and sacrifices associated with Solomon's Temple.

A Heart for His Building He walked across the dusty, stony ground, kicked a rock and bent and drew in the dirt. He looked around at the desolate land scape and down at the city below and wondered if his dream would ever be a reality. Would it really happen, someday would the people of God worship ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:11

Denomination: Wesleyan

With My Whole Heart PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Emphasize the importance of serving God wholeheartedly and living a life of obedience, as our actions and character are a reflection of our dedication to God.

Good morning, church family! Welcome to this blessed gathering where we come together to uplift each other and glorify our God. Today, we’re going to dive into a message that cuts straight to the heart of Christian living, that is, serving God wholeheartedly and living a life of obedience. Our main ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:7

Topics: Honor

A Heart Like His

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Apr 27, 2025

David is called a man after God's heart. This sermon explores the idea of being a man after God's heart.

A Heart Like His Introduction: In 1973, the world met a horse named Secretariat – a big, red colt with fire in his stride and thunder in his hooves. He didn’t just win races…. He rewrote history. At the Kentucky Derby, he started in last place… but, with every quarter mile, he got faster. He ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The God That Sees The Heart Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 2, 2025

God does not see as man sees. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.

THE GOD THAT SEES THE HEART By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 16:7 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 17:10, Proverbs 21:2, Psalm 139:1-4, Hebrews 4:13, Acts 1:24 INTRODUCTION: God does not see as man sees. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart. In a world where ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Heart Of True Service SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

This sermon explores the essence of true Christian service, focusing on the qualities of humility, obedience, and sacrifice. It also highlights the blessings that come with having a servant's heart.

Today, we continue our study on the heart of a Christian. This series explores the essential qualities that every believer should possess. Our hearts determine who we are and how we relate to others. In this sermon, we will focus on cultivating a servant's heart, as Jesus taught that it is the key ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Topics: Humility, Obedience, Sacrifice

Ready Your Hearts Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon emphasizes the responsibility of Christians to prepare their hearts and live ready to share the hope they have in Christ with gentleness and respect.

Welcome back, church, for another wonderful weekend of worship. Whether you are with us in person or watching online, I want you to know that God has something to say to each one of us today as we continue in our series, Live Ready. Last week we talked about how we must be ready for some tough ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15, Proverbs 4:23, Luke 6:45

Topics: Heart Preparation, Sharing Hope, Gentleness And Respect

Sermon Series: Live Ready

Ready Your Heart Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Prepare our hearts by holding Jesus as Lord, setting up guards and filters, and sharing the hope we have in Christ with others.

Today, we're going to talk about our hearts. We're going to learn how to make sure our hearts are ready for anything life throws at us and how to share the hope we have in Jesus with others. Let's start with a cool object lesson. I have here a glass of water and a sponge. Now, imagine the water is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15, Proverbs 4:23, Luke 6:45

Topics: Spiritual Protection, Emotional Filtering, Heart Purification, Inner Peace

A Broken And Contrite Heart PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of repentance, emphasizing our need for God's grace and guidance in overcoming our mistakes and renewing our hearts.

Good morning, beloved friends. Let's gather around the warmth of God's word today, as we find ourselves nestled in the heart of Psalm 51. This is a Psalm that is as much a balm for the soul as it is a mirror to our hearts. It's a Psalm that offers us a compass in the wilderness of our mistakes, a ...read more

Topics: Repentance

The Characteristics Of A Pure Heart PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 17, 2024

Explores the profound truth and blessings of living a life of purity in heart, as it leads us into the presence of God.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to this gathering of hearts and minds under the banner of Christ's love. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment, called together to sit at the feet of our Lord and learn from His wisdom. We stand at the threshold of a profound exploration of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Topics: Servanthood

Where Is Your Heart? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 11, 2024

This sermon explores knowing God personally, prioritizing Him, offering our best, and pursuing righteousness, as illustrated in the story of Cain and Abel.

Grace and peace to you, dear brothers and sisters. We gather here today, not as separate individuals, but as a united body, bound together by the love of Christ. As we prepare to turn our hearts and minds towards the Scripture, let us remember the words of the esteemed Christian author, J.I. Packer ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:2-7

Topics: Give God, Best