Sermons on Heart Is Deceitful:

The Love Of God’s House And Its Ritual. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 19, 2019

Though David is expressing his personal concerns, this psalm voices the uneasiness of any devout soul when immersed in a godless society.

June 4, 2014 Tom Lowe Psalm 26 (KJV) Title: The Love of God’s House and Its Ritual. A psalm of David. Psalm 26 (KJV) 1 Judge me, O LORD; for I have walked in mine integrity: I have trusted also in the LORD; therefore I shall not slide. 2 Examine me, O LORD, and prove me; try my reins and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 26:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Internal Motivation: Passion Series

Contributed by Brett Stair on Nov 20, 2000

Authentic Christianity, at its core, is motivated by an intense passion for God and this is what our Lord means when He tells us to love God with all of our heart.

Basics of Authentic Christianity The Internal Motivation: Passion Matthew 22:34-40 I can’t tell you HOW HONORED I AM to have this opportunity to open the Word of God to you this morning and for the rest of this month. I am excited about what God is doing here at Lakeland. And as I’ve sought God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40, Mark 12:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Experiencing The Peace Of God

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Jan 1, 2021

It is not hard to dwell on the crime, wars, tsunamis, evil politics, divorce, sickness, death and the dishonesty of deceitful people and find yourself coming to the same conclusion: Life Sucks.

Phil 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice! Phil 4:5 Let your forbearing spirit be known to all men. The Lord is near. Phil 4:6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. Phil 4:7 And the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"The Way To Purity” Series

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Feb 5, 2002

To see God is not necessarily seeing God in heaven, but it’s seeing God here and now. The pure in heart will see God in everything. Not just in nature, but also in their circumstances, good and bad, in their family, church, school

Intro: “Earth is crammed with heaven, and every bush aflame with God, but only those who see take off their shoes.” Elizabeth Barrett Browning How can anyone look at our world and believe this all happened by chance? With just a glance at the animal kingdom and I see overwhelming evidence of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Multiply Your Influence 100x Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 16, 2012

The parable of the sower is a picture of the seed of the Word of God. There is amazing potential in that seed, but we must provide the right kind of soil for it to grow.

INTRODUCTION This is the 40th message in the series I call “Parables and Miracles.” The word “parable” means, “to throw alongside.” A parable may be an analogy or metaphor where Jesus lays down a natural truth and then throws a spiritual truth alongside it. But ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Plant Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon emphasizes the importance of preparing one's heart as fertile soil, so the seed of the Gospel can take root and grow, urging individuals to consciously adjust their lifestyles to foster a growing relationship with God.

As the congregation arrives, offer them each a seed of some sort to take and keep in their hands during the worship experience. Consider the size of the seed that you want. Choose one that is large enough to not drop and lose. Begin your message by giving a personal story about a time you planted a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9, Matthew 13:18-23

Topics: Gospel Seed, Heart Condition, Spiritual Growth

Sermon Series: Rooted

God In Action: Past, Present, Future Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 13, 2015

Differing situations highlight different characteristics of God; we need all. God is not the kind of God many people think He is. Seeing Him in action proves the point.

God in Action: Past, Present, Future (Isaiah 63) 1. A lot of things look good or bad on paper, but are different when you experience. 2. Chicago White Sox team in 1973. Pizza in Nebraska. 3. You can look at an athlete’s statistics, but nothing like seeing him play; You can hear about a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 63:1-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Spirit Of Judas A Biblical Warning Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 14, 2025

They prioritize their own interests over commitments and relationships.

The spirit of Judas refers to a heart of betrayal, deceit, and disloyalty. This spirit is characterized by selfishness, greed, and a lack of integrity. Individuals with this spirit may appear to be devoted to God or His work, but their actions reveal a deeper allegiance to their own desires and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10, Psalm 139:23-24

Stale Religion Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 30, 2013

If you want to keep your relationship with Christ fresh and vital, don't focus on tradition and clean hands; instead, focus on scripture and a clean heart.

Alan Kraft, in his book, Good News for Those Trying Harder, shares a story about a time when his wife borrowed his car and heard a CD he had loaded in the sound system. The song touched her. When she asked him about it, he was able to recite the lyrics, but had never thought much about their ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Identity Thief Series

Contributed by Greg Lindsey on Mar 8, 2020

Jesus came to rescue you, not just forgive you but heal, redeem, and restore you too. It's not just about what you've done, it's also about what's been done to, said to, and said about you.

Now that’s funny I don’t care who you are. Hey, isn’t it great to be able to laugh in church? Yeah. Life is hard and laughter is good. Most of us don’t laugh enough, most church people don’t laugh enough. One of the things that I love the most in this place that we call DCC is the fact that we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

The Devil Is In The Details

Contributed by Spencer Miller on May 6, 2013

God is all powerful. Yet He allows Satan to carry out his deceitful and destructive activities—within certain limits—for a purpose.

We live in a world full of trouble and problems; there are problems after problems. Pollution, natural resources running out, population growth outstripping resources worldwide, etcetera. And then there are individual problems to contend with such as pain, suffering, and death, just to name a few. ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Living With Integrity In A Corrupt World

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 29, 2025

In a world that often promotes deceit, dishonesty, and moral compromise, living with integrity can seem challenging. Integrity is about doing what is right, even when no one is watching.

Title: LIVING WITH INTEGRITY IN A CORRUPT WORLD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 1:8 "But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king’s meat, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8, Proverbs 12:1, Ephesians 5:3-4, Philippians 2:15, 1 Peter 2:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Extreme Grace

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Feb 11, 2010

God’s extreme grace is available to each of us, but can only be received by a heart that is exposed and open before Him.

Extreme Grace Hebrews 4:12-16 12 For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. 13 Nothing in all creation is hidden from God's sight. Everything ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Parable Of The Lost Sheep Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 15, 2024

In this parable we find the heart of the Father. The work of our Good Shepherd, the condition of our souls, and the hope we have through Him.

Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org Happy Resurrection Sunday, everyone! What a glorious crossroads in history when the God of the Universe took upon Himself our sins to save us from damnation by going to the Cross and defeating death by being raised ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

Denomination: Brethren

The Diamond Engagement Ring

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Jan 19, 2009

Men, many times looks at what they see and they judge according to the flesh, the good news is God looks at the heart.

The Diamond Engagement Ring James 2:1-3 James 2:1 My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with respect of persons. 2 For if there come unto your assembly a man with a gold ring, in goodly apparel, and there come in also a poor man in vile raiment; 3 And ye ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God