Sermons on Hearts Desire:

The Continuing Unity Of The Church

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 11, 2017

We have been considering the infant Church in the midst of hostile forces. We now come to a section of the book which gives us a glimpse of the internal conditions of the Church at that time, and particularly of the fellowship that existed around old....

October 28, 2013 By: Tom Lowe Title: The Continuing Unity of the Church (4.32-37) Acts 4.32-37 (KJV) 32 And the multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul: neither said any of them that ought of the things which he possessed was his own; but they had all things ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Baptist

Almost Is Not Close Enough

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 25, 2017

Almost in is still out

Almost is not close enough (Mark 10:17-23) Story It started out with a low rumbling; then there was the sound of the violent explosion. It seemed like the whole world was rocking and reeling under the blow of Mother Nature. The sky was filled with smoke as dark as a midnight; the ashes from the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:7-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Solemnity Of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King Of The Universe, Year C: A Reflection Or Meditation.

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 28, 2019

“heart speaks to heart” (Cor ad cor loquitur).

A writer arrived at the monastery to write a book about the Master. "People say you are a genius. Are you?" he asked. "You might say so." said the Master, none too modestly. "And what makes one a genius?" "The ability to recognize." "Recognize ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:35-43

Denomination: Catholic

The Lukewarm Church Of Laodecia

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 17, 2019

Lukewarmness is like a dud bomb. Accomplishes not a thing. Jesus Christ prefers us to be passionately against God or, much better, passionately for God. And He disciplines us because He loves us so very much. Thanks to William Barclay's insights which are reflected throughout this message.

November 17 Sermon - The Churches of Revelation - Laodicea So we have come to the end of our look at the churches of Revelation, today being the last day. And it’s been a fascinating journey to see some of the challenges that the early church faced, and how Jesus directly, through this ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-20, John 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Little Risk, Little Faith

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jul 5, 2016

How can you say you are living in faith if you are not willing to risk everything for Jesus? Abraham risked everything on only one thing: God's word to him.

How many of you have ever invested money in the stock market? One of the first things the investment counselor wants to do is a risk assessment. He wants to find out how much of your money can you afford to lose and not be unhappy. But when you really look at a risk assessment, you are really ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hearty Giving Series

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Aug 1, 2016

This is part of a series of very brief messages that can be used in church newsletters for stewardship.

4Moses said to all the congregation of the Israelites: This is the thing that the Lord has commanded: 5Take from among you an offering to the Lord; let whoever is of a generous heart bring the Lord’s offering: gold, silver, and bronze; 20Then all the congregation of the Israelites withdrew ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 35:4-22

Denomination: Baptist

Up To Here With Self

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 28, 2016

Bernstein once was asked which instrument was the most difficult to play. He said, "The second fiddle. I can get plenty of first violinists, but to find someone who can play the second fiddle with enthusiasm--that's a problem."

Up To Here With Self Philippians 2:3-4NASB One of the first conductors born and educated in the United States to receive worldwide acclaim was Leonard Bernstein. He directed the New York Philharmonic, conducted concerts by some of the world's leading orchestras, wrote symphonies, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Be Humble Or Be Humbled

Contributed by Richard L. Brown on Oct 30, 2016

This sermon is an example of the thought that every sermon should begin with praising God and remembering his great deeds. This sermon also explores the right frame of mind that the Christian must have in order to approach God.

Be Humble or Be Humbled Luke 18: 9-14 How happy and honored I am to be here with you this morning. Brothers and Sisters we are all here today by the calling of Our Father. We have come to worship Him, the Great I Am. The only Worthy One who has graciously inclined His attention to us ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Legacy We Will Leave Behind Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Oct 31, 2016

It is wise to realize that our years are limited in this earth and someday, God will call us home. And so, we must gain a heart of godly wisdom and leave behind a good memory or a good legacy for others to remember us by.

Billy Graham in his latest book, Nearing Home" wrote: I will soon celebrate my ninety-third birthday, (he is now 97) and I know it won't be long before God calls me home to heaven. More than ever I look forward to that day when the Lord calls me home because I know that finally all the burdens and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 12:1-25

Denomination: Nazarene

All Will Be Refined

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Nov 8, 2016

We must put a way things of man put on God.

ALL WILL BE REFINED Every one of us must be refined of God if we see Heaven. Malachi 4: 3 And ye shall tread down the wicked; for they shall be ashes under the soles of your feet in the day that I shall do this, saith the LORD of hosts. Ecclesiastes 10:2 ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:3

Denomination: Baptist

Opening Up To The Lord

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 28, 2016

Things that were opened for these two disciples (Outline and some material adapted from Bob Russell from Lookout Magazine under the Living Word article for September 30, 2001; other material adapted from Sermon Central Contributors, thanks!)

HoHum: When times are hard, I have trouble praying. When that happens, I go walking in a deserted place and talk with the Lord while I walk. This seems to help. On these walks I am able to open myself up to the Lord, express myself. “He walks with me and he talks with me and He tells me I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Wizard Of Oz

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 25, 2016

This movie is parallel to the life of the Christian, who is trying to get to the Celestial City, New Jerusalem. Christians, like Dorothy, are given 4 aids to help them reach the Heavenly City.

THE WIZARD OF OZ Heb. 11:10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR “Why Men Are Happier People” 1. NICKNAMES. If Laura, Kate and Sarah go out for lunch, they will call each other Laura, Kate and Sarah. If Mike, Dave & John go out, they will affectionately refer to each other as Fat Boy, Bubba & ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Soul Doctor

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on May 21, 2016

Our country need to look to the doctor that can heal our nation.

THE SOUL DOCTOR When we are sick we look for a physician to find out what we need to cure what is alien us. We find help as quick as possible Mathew 9: 10 And it came to pass, as Jesus sat at meat in the house, behold, many publicans and sinners came and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Where Is Your Commitment? Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jan 19, 2015

Zeal is great when it is directed by God. It can be very destructive when it is not.

Where is your commitment? Let me begin with three illustrations. (Slide of picture of Howard Hughes in his youth) All he ever really wanted in life was more. He wanted more money, so he parlayed inherited wealth into a billion-dollar pile of assets. He wanted more fame, so he broke into the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christian Atheist: Change Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 12, 2015

You see, sometimes we who believe in God live as though He doesn’t exist and as though He cannot change us.

This sermon is based off of a few ideas in Craig Groeshel’s book “The Christian Atheist: Believing in God but Living as if He Doesn’t Exist.” Zondervan, 2010. ISBN: 9780310332220 CHRISTIAN ATHEIST: CHANGE 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 INTRODUCTION I The sermon series we are going ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ