Sermons on Hardening Your Heart:

Who's Knocking At Your Door?

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 24, 2004

The Apostle John paints a beautiful picture of God’s desire for mankind pertaining to their salvation through the LORD Jesus Christ standing at the door of the sinner’s heart and knocking.

“WHO’S KNOCKING AT YOUR DOOR?” Revelation 3:20 1. Christ’s Sobering POSITION/PATIENCE. (v. 20a) Behold I stand at the door, and knock: Song of Solomon 5:2-6; Luke 12:36; Matthew 7:7-8; 25:1-13; James 5:9; Romans 2:4; 2 Peter 3:9; Luke 11:9-10; 13:25; Ezekiel 34:16 2. Christ’s Simple PLEA. (v. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Baptist

How To Keep The Fire Burning Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 11, 2010

As the priest were every morning to put wood on the altar, that the fire might never go out; so we, who are called to be kings and priests unto God, should daily kindle the flame of in our hearts. How do we keep our hearts burning for God?

I. KEEP THE FIRES BURNING WITH A HEART CONVERSING WITH THE SAVIOUR (32) A. Prayer is a SHEER Necessity B. Prayer is a SERIOUS Activity II. KEEP THE FIRES BURNING WITH A HEART COMMITTED TO THE SCRIPTURES (32) A. Let us EXALT THE NATURE of the Word of God (I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:32

Denomination: Baptist

3 Immediate Spiritual Actions Responses In Times Of Crisis

Contributed by Jan Oosthuizen on Oct 15, 2018

What to do when facing a crisis? How to deliberately fight to keep your peace.

Scripture reading: Exo 14:12 The former quick-tempered Moses patiently answered the people's hasty accusation with three directives to meet this emergency: (1) "Do not be afraid" The word to the patriarchs, Gen 15:1; 26:24; and to Israel as they possessed the land, Josh 1:9; 8:1) (2) "Stand firm" ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:12-16, Hebrews 4:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

“deceitful Heart”

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 9, 2015

“DECEITFUL HEART”

Jeremiah 17:5-14 “DECEITFUL HEART” 1. The Question Of The Heart “The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked: who can know it?” ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-14

Denomination: Holiness

Lazarus And The Dogs

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Sep 24, 2010

How has worldliness and sin clouded our view of other people and their motives? What gentle touches have we missed because our hearts are hardened to God and fellow children of God?

September 26, 2010 18th Sunday after Pentecost Text Luke 16: 19-31 Grace mercy and peace from God the father and Christ Jesus our Lord. The Holy Spirit takes me to some interesting places when I am in the sermon preparation mode. In today’s Gospel the rich man certainly makes himself an easy ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

When Leadership Invites Judgement Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

1 Kings 14 is a deep lesson in the consequences of failed spiritual leadership. Jeroboam’s sin was not private—it was national and generational. He corrupted worship, hardened his heart, and misled a people.

WHEN LEADERSHIP INVITES JUDGEMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 14:1-31 Supporting Texts: Hosea 8:4; Ezekiel 18:30; Galatians 6:7-8; Psalm 33:12; 2 Chronicles 7:14 INTRODUCTION: 1 Kings 14 reveals the tragic consequences of spiritual failure in leadership. King Jeroboam, who had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 14:1-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A New Heart For A New Year

Contributed by Martiz Ware on Jan 27, 2026

God Doesn’t Just Refresh Us… He Rebuilds Us . A new year often makes us think about new habits, new goals, and new routines. But God is not interested in simply giving us a spiritual tune-up. He’s not offering a motivational reset. He’s offering a transformation.

WELCOME Good morning, family. This is the second Sunday of the New Year, and it’s a blessing to see each of you in the house of the Lord today. As we step into this new year, we’re not just gathering out of routine — we’re gathering with expectation. Because whenever God calls His people together, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:26, Psalm 51:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

O Woman, Great Is Your Faith Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 16, 2020

Cleansing the heart and intentions is way more important than ceremonial washing of hands, even in the time of COVID-19

20th Sunday in Course 2020 My ancestors came mostly from Ireland, although the coat of arms we display in our home, that says “Cunningham,” is actually Scottish. I suppose that confirms the British suspicion that the Irish tend toward appropriating the property of others. Nonetheless, the fact ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:1-7, Romans 11:13-32, Matthew 15:21-28, John 19:26-27

Denomination: Catholic

Baby And The Beautician

Contributed by Dennis Raines on Mar 9, 2008

Is what is in your head also in your heart?

Baby and the Beautician Luke 13:22-30 In 1977 I decided to become a licensed boat captain. It was during that time that I had the opportunity to meet a man named “Baby”. He got the nickname because when he was in the second grade, he had to quit school and go to work to support his single mom ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:22-30

Denomination: Baptist

Guardrails From Greed

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Oct 17, 2017

God wants your heart not your money.

Title: Guardrail From Greed Place: BLCC Date: 10/22/17 Text: Matthew 6.24, 6.31-33 CT: God wants your heart not your money. [Screen 1] Zogby recently conducted a large benchmark poll in which respondents identified "greed/materialism" as the number one "most urgent problem in American culture." ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:31-33

Denomination: Christian Church

The Jesus Fixation Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 12, 2002

"Fix your thoughts on Jesus" the writer of Hebrews tells us. Why? The answer is powerful and life changing.

OPEN: The NCAA college basketball competition begins this week, so I thought we might start our sermon today with a bit of trivia. Do you know who the world’s best basketball free throw shooter is? (various people in the congregation took guesses). I guess it wasn’t a fair question to begin ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do You Have A Servant’s Heart To Use Your Spiritual Gifts?

Contributed by Doug Gorman on Apr 11, 2016

Use your gifts!

1 Timothy 4:14: “Do not neglect the gift that is in you.” Using our gifts to serve God and serve others is something that goes against our natural desire for popularity, influence, and prominence. Our corrupt flesh only wants to oblige itself and it only wants to help others only if ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Pastor's Heart - Part Two

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Oct 20, 2003

If a pastor’s heart is true, what will the hearts of true believers do in responding to God through the ministry of a pastor?

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC ---------------------- October 19, 2003 ---------------------- 6Now Timothy has just returned, bringing the good news that your faith and love are as strong as ever. He reports that you remember our visit with joy and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:6-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Your Money Or Your Life?

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 25, 2023

Jesus asks us to hold ALL of God’s gifts lightly, to be ready to give them up, if necessary, to follow him. But it’s hard. And the more you have, the harder it is.

Do any of you remember the story of the poor fisherman and his wife, who caught a magic fish, who granted them 3 wishes? Or Aladdin and his wonderful lamp (not the Disney version)? Or all the other fairy tales involving magic and wishes and unexpected consequences? When I was young I used to spend ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Pastor's Heart Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 18, 2024

A Pastor’s heart is one that cares about his flock in such a way that they want to follow Jesus the same way they do.

A Pastor’s Heart Text: Acts 20:1-7 Introduction 1. Illustration: When I was in Bible college, one of my professors showed me great honor by telling me, “Mark, you are an unusual combination of the head of a scholar and the heart of a pastor.” 2. At times in my ministry, I have struggled with that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:1-6

Denomination: Methodist