Sermons on Hearts Desire:

Combating A New Kind Of Atheism Series

Contributed by Dr. Joel Perttula on Aug 13, 2020

Whereas traditional Atheism denies the existence of God, Christian Atheism accepts that there is a God but rejects the supernatural claims of Jesus. Navigating this reality takes wisdom, patience, and a commitment to clarifying the truth.

WELCOME Good Morning! Welcome to church! Whether you are listening online or you’re here in person; we’re glad you’ve connected with us! SERIES RECAP If you are visiting or this is your first time listening, we are in a series called Talking Faith. It’s a series about apologetics; learning how ...read more

Scripture: John 14:8-11, Romans 1:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Cost Of Redemption (June 2013).

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020

There is no doubt that Jesus did a mighty act in delivering this demoniac from his bondage. There was a cost. There is always a cost involved. ... The response of those in the community of the Garsenes echoes how some people in world might have the same kind of response to the cost of redemption.

THE COST OF REDEMPTION Text: Luke 8:26-39 This story is filled with all kinds of things that we could mention. Perhaps, the main things is the cost of redemption. What is that cost? Someone (Mel Lawrence) once said, “Redemption is God’s mighty act of delivering us from anything or anyone ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: United Methodist

The Happy Dance

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Aug 16, 2020

If your relationship with Jesus doesn’t put a spring in your step and cause you to do a happy dance once in awhile, maybe you’ve hit a spiritual funk? Maybe it’s time to re-evaluate your realization of how much Jesus loves you and exactly what you should be expecting from your relationship with God?

Psalms 3:1-8 Lord, how they have increased who trouble me! Many are they who rise up against me. 2 Many are they who say of me, “There is no help for him in God.” Selah 3 But You, O Lord, are a shield [a]for me, My glory and the One who lifts up my head. 4 I cried to the Lord with my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:6-7, Matthew 6:4-8, 2 Timothy 1:7, Isaiah 55:11-12, 1 Samuel 30:1-7, Romans 11:29, Philippians 4:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rapture Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Aug 28, 2020

This Doctrine of the End Times looks at the Rapture. It gives a short history, the various views/theories, and understanding of the Pre-Tribulation theory.

End Times Doctrine The Rapture ** Watch at: https://youtu.be/CorlfF_1vk0 ** Listen at: https://mega.nz/file/6Rt1AASQ#GRibQ-Z0ffL2FPiWfVS9SLTbwILTzSo8tdJtTtewIfE The doctrine of the Rapture has captivated the minds and heart of the church like very few other doctrines have, mainly because we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:17, 1 Corinthians 15:51-53

Denomination: Foursquare

Kinsman Redeemer

Contributed by Greg Van Heukelom on Aug 31, 2020

Boaz is a model for Christ's redeeming me, but also a model for how I am called to love others around me.

Kinsman Redeemer Aug 23rd 2020 Ruth 4 1. A Relative 2. Possessing the Necessary resources 3. Willing to pay the price 4. Willing to take the “Bride” Hello, I'm Pastor Greg from Calvary Reformed Church and we are here in Portage at the courthouse. We have a couple of courthouses in ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Would Christian Do (Wwcd)

Contributed by Isaac Magsino on Sep 1, 2020

There are thousands of Christians who reached a level of maturity in their Christian faith and then became self-satisfied and complacent. They decided they didn’t need to grow anymore, or pray anymore, or study anymore. And they started dying spiritually because they buried their talents.

Theme: WWCD Text: I Peter 4:10 Place: Riverside Church of Christ Date: August 30, 2020 Intro: People in our society today love signs just to make the word simplified and to catch attentions. Especially when you’re promoting a product or something… Signs like; RCOC, BIR, SEC, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is The Lord A Socialist Or A Capitalist?

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Sep 2, 2020

One of the great debates in America today is socialism versus capitalism or a free market economy. What does the Bible have to say about this issue if anything at all?

Is God a Socialist or a Capitalist? Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together Titus 3:3-5 “At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. “But when the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6, Proverbs 19:17, Deuteronomy 24:10-22, Colossians 3:23-24, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-10, Matthew 25:26, Proverbs 12:27, Proverbs 10:4, Genesis 3:17-19, James 1:27, Genesis 2:15-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

The Prophetic Birth Of John The Baptist (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Oct 30, 2020

Upon John's birth, Zechariah's mouth is reopened and he speaks. His voice speaks of God's plan to redeem all who put their faith in him. Today, the church is like a modern Zechariah and our mouth must open to the coming of our Lord

Grace Community Church Winchester, VA www.GraceCommunity.com Rev. Bradford Reaves, Sr. Pastor Watch This Message https://youtu.be/bkWj1VQbePg Introduction We are in a portion of Scripture that many people read through quickly. This is part of the coming of Jesus. We usually turn our attention to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-80

Denomination: Brethren

Triumphant Faith Series

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Nov 1, 2020

Triumphant faith is the result of going from tested faith – putting faith into action – living by faith – to expressing Joy. Triumphant faith is not instant faith; sometimes it takes a long time, but it always wins in the long run.

Triumphant: - having won a battle or contest; victorious. Feeling or expressing jubilation after having won a victory or mastered a difficulty. Triumphant faith is a actually a transition from faith to joy, from faith to praise. However Triumphant Faith is different - Triumphant faith is the ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-19

Denomination: Apostolic

All On The Altar Of Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 1, 2020

Why did God have the Israelites offer sacrifices? Was He hungry? And does God call on us to make sacrifices in the New Testament era?

There’s a true story of a church that had a parking problem. Right next door was a store that was closed on Sunday. So they asked the owner if they could use his parking lot. He said that they could use it for 51 Sundays out of the year but it would be chained off one week. They were happy with ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 20:22-26, Romans 12:1, Hebrews 13:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Night Of Blood In The Ballroom

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 2, 2020

The murder of John the Baptist

MARK 6:25 “A NIGHT OF BLOOD IN THE BALLROOM” A) Let me say first that there are certain sins which go together. * Drunkenness, for example, leads to vile language, and often times leads to violence and to bloodshed and murder. * Drunkenness often times leads to impurity and uncleanness – So the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:25

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 2: Our Nation Vs. Our God

Contributed by Jonathan Newlon on Nov 7, 2020

Psalm 2 shows us the folly of turning against God as a nation. God continues to call us back to Him.

Jonathan Newlon Uniontown Church of Christ 4 November 2020 Psalm 2: Our Nations vs Our God Introduction The following story is taken directly from the U.S. Treasury website. The motto IN GOD WE TRUST was placed on United States coins largely because of the increased religious sentiment existing ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fresh Manna

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 11, 2020

The account of the Israelites gathering manna represents believers pursuing God's Word and the presence of Jesus in daily devotions. It demonstrates God's care for us, shows His greatness, and emphasizes the urgency of our getting FRESH MANNA!

FRESH MANNA Ex. 16:4,20 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: TWO DOG JOKES 1. DOG DRANK GASOLINE “When I was 12, my father told me a terrible story that had happened at the gas station that day. “I was pumping gas when I noticed this small dog licking up a puddle of gasoline off the ground,” he said. “All of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:4-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Now What?

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 13, 2020

A look at the post election results and what to do next.

Now What? November 15, 2020 Two weeks ago we talked about the upcoming election. The election is over. All along as I listened to the candidates from various parties and races, I was not sure who to believe. I’m not sure when it will end? Not every one of my candidates won, that’s probably true ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, John 17:22-23, Matthew 11:28, Mark 12:29-31

Denomination: Baptist

End In Mind (Covid And The Christian) Series

Contributed by Joe Williams on Nov 13, 2020

Living with the end in mind leads to a fuller and holier life!

As many of you know, we are in a series right now called COVID and the Christian. We’ve been spending much of our time together in the book of 1st Peter trying to biblically answer the question: How should we as Christians be living out our faith during this historic moment in history? • 1st Peter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ