Sermons on Hard Hearts:

The Treasure Of A Mother's Heart

Contributed by Scott Carmer on May 15, 2006

Mother’s day, 2006

The Treasure of a Mother’s Heart Luke 2:41-52 May 14, 2006 Mother’s Day There are some days that cause preachers all sorts of trouble because of the high expectations surrounding the day. Take for instance today – Mother’s Day. Robert Fulghum (“It Was On Fire When I Lay Down On It” New York: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Methodist

Characteristics Of A Childlike Heart

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on May 22, 2006

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT THE CHARACTERISTICS OF A CHILDLIKE HEART NAMELY 1. HUMILITY 2. FAITH 3. INNOCENCE 4. VICTORY 5. REVELATION 6. TRANSFORMATION 7. HUNGER AND IS BASED ON JESUS’S COMMAND THAT WE MUST CHANGE AND BECOME LIKE LITTLE CHILDREN

UNLESS YOU CHANGE AND BECOME LIKE LITTLE CHILDREN , YOU WILL NEVER ENTER THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN ********************************************************************************************** OUTLINE : CHARACTERISTICS OF A CHILDLIKE HEART ********************************************** 1. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Learn The "Heart" Of Prayer

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on May 23, 2006

King David takes us to the heart of prayer. David shows us a repentant heart, a trusting heart, and a longing heart.

Abraham prayed for his nephew Lot. Actually, he bargained back and forth with the LORD a half dozen times over the destruction of the city where Lot lived. Elijah prayed for a miracle at Mt. Carmel. Hannah prayed for a child. Joshua prayed that the sun would stand still. Jesus prayed for the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 143:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Giving Heart

Contributed by Peter Balogun on Jun 6, 2006

How do I tap into the giving heart of God? Read this sermon and disover the secret.

HIS GIVING HEART So large is God’s heart that He has a place for every one of His children their lifestyle and level of relationship notwithstanding. Even sinners have a place in God’s heart. This is why God can easily forgive sinners when they come to Him in repentance. And God is so vast in ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Walking With A Thankful Heart

Contributed by Tim Parsons on Jun 28, 2006

this sermon takes us to a deep look into the heart of being Thankful. and look at some people that we can learn from.

WALKING WITH A THANKFUL HEART. 2 OPENINGS PS.100 LUKE 17:11-19 PS.100:1-5 1 Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands. 2 Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing. 3 Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

Captures The Heart Of The Community Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 11, 2005

A series on the church and what it is called to be and do.

THE CHURCH YOU’VE ALWAYS LONGED FOR: “CAPTURES THE HEART OF THE COMMUNITY” TEXT: Acts 11: 19-30 Sunday, September 15, 2002 How would you answer this phrase, “I like church, but....”? Over time, what have been those “buts” in your life? When I was young, for me it was that the ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Glimpse Of The Pastor's Heart Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jun 9, 2005

A continuing study on the Book of Ephesians

Sermon preached by Pastor Larry C. Brincefield on 12/15/04 at Belleview Church of the Nazarene Title: A Glimpse of the Pastor’s Heart Text: Ephesians 1:17-19a Introduction 1. Last week, we looked at what warms a Pastor’s heart… Paul had spent about 3 years with the Ephesian Church… And as he ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:17-19

Denomination: Nazarene

God Measures The Heart

Contributed by Stephen Woody on Jun 10, 2005

This is a Father’s Day Sermon that points out how difficult it is to be a good father, but that thankfully, it’s not something we do without help from above

"GOD MEASURES THE HEART" Introduction: I DON’T LIKE FATHER’S DAY! Let Me Be Honest And Get That Out of The Way Right Now Father’s day, for a preacher is a royal pain in the neck. If the preacher is a male, that is. And especially if the preacher is a Father. And ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Seeing With The Eyes Of The Heart Series

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jun 20, 2005

Those who have eyes of the heart are able to see things that other people don’t see. They are blessed because they have developed a unique ability to see the heart of God.

Seeing With the Eyes of the Heart Matthew 5:8 June 19, 2005 Maria Yudina was one of the greatest pianists of the 20th century, although she remains largely unknown outside of Russia. She has a fascinating story. She was born in 1899, died in 1970, and was graduated with honors from the St. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Methodist

Do Not Lose Heart

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2005

This sermon ties together Exodus 34:29-35 and 2 Corinthians 3:12 - 4:2 in an effort to deal with the things in our lives that keep us from fully experiencing the glory of God.

Do Not Lose Heart Exodus 34:29-35 / 2 Corinthians 3:12 - 4:2 Intro: Many times I’ve heard it said that a woman who is having a baby has a certain “glow” about them. It is certainly true that most people express their emotions, both positive and negative on their faces. We know when we see a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:29-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Help For The Broken Heart

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jul 15, 2005

In his time of heartache, David found help. So can we !

Help For The Broken Heart Psalms 55 I. The Sorrow........His Heart Was Aching. David was a man after God’s own heart, and yet he experienced heartache. All of us go through difficulties in our life that are so deep, and so ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Heart Of The Ultimate Father

Contributed by Clifton Mckinley on Aug 9, 2005

A message from Luke 15 dealing with Father heart of God.

The Heart Of The Ultimate Father Luke 15:11-24 Intro: Luke 15 is a very interesting chapter. Here Jesus tells three different stories; one about a lost sheep, one about a lost coin, and one about a lost son. All too often the emphasize is placed on the missing sheep, coin, and son. But Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Father Heart Of God Series

Contributed by John Gullick on Jan 15, 2006

An introductory sermon on the Father heart of God series. borrows heavily from Floyd Mcclung’s book and others. Preached well.

We enter the Christian faith from a variety of angles. Just as the space shuttle must enter into the universe at just the correct angle to effect a proper entry into earths atmosphere – so it is that we must enter into the family of God at just the right angle to reach the friendly atmosphere of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Power Of A Committed Heart

Contributed by Tim Parsons on Jan 15, 2006

This sermon Deals with The condition of Our Heart

There Is Power In a committed Heart. Every one Is committed to something. What do I mean By that? #1..When you go to the Bank To Borrow Money, You sign A Contract. YOU ARE COMMITTED #2..When you Join The Army you committ yourself to be a soldier..YOU ARE COMMITTED #3.. When you take a Job ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Church Of God

Establishing A Heart Of Integrity

Contributed by David Gant on Jan 20, 2006

Used as a New Years Sermon, but applicable anytime -- a call to establishing a pure heart before God.

PSALM 101 … ESTABLISHING A HEART OF INTEGRITY. On this New Year’s day, 2006 … I have considered a number of different sermons. There are many issues we could discuss from the condition of the world in general (a sorry mess it is in) to the miserable state of politics to the fulfillment ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 101:1-8

Denomination: Baptist