Sermons on Heart Status:

Queen Esther Sermon Iv: Tough-Minded Yet Tender-Hearted Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jun 24, 2020

In times of turmoil, women of inner strength make wise though sometimes tough decisions about how to proceed based on their intuitive conviction of what will be best for all concerned to bring about peaceful solutions.

ESTHER: TOUGH-MINDED YET TENDER-HEARTED “Tough-minded yet tender-hearted” is a dual characteristic that could most likely be ascribed to your mother as well as mine. My Mother, affectionately called Mama by her children, was a ...read more

Scripture: Esther 5:1-14

The Unlocking Of The Heart: When Divine Light Meets Our Inner Vault

Contributed by Bishop, W. F. Houston, Jr. on Oct 13, 2025

This sermon explores 2 Corinthians 4:6, showing how God’s light enters our hidden places—not to shame, but to heal, restore, and transform. Learn practical steps for moving from darkness to wholeness through the grace of Christ.

Grace and peace to you, my brothers and sisters. There is a phrase we hear often, a poetic and hopeful idea: "light over darkness." It sounds beautiful, it sounds victorious, until that very light meets the places we all keep locked away. The human heart, in its quiet complexity, can ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:6

Denomination: Other

Asking Jesus Into Your Heart: An Unbiblical Term That Waters Down The Gospel

Contributed by Randy Crawford on Jun 10, 2025

We are living in a day when the gospel is under a full on assault—not just from outside the church, but from within. The language we use matters.

Asking Jesus Into Your heart: An Unbiblical Term That Waters Down The Gospel Text: Romans 10:9-13; Luke 9:23-24; Ezekiel 36:25-27 INTRODUCTION We are living in a day when the gospel is under a full on assault—not just from outside the church, but from within. The language we use matters. We ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9-13, Luke 9:23-24, Ezekiel 36:25-27

God's Magnanimous Heart: Why Magnanimity Is An Important Virtue” Series

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Sep 18, 2024

Magnanimity, often described as "greatness of spirit," refers to the ability to rise above pettiness, resentment, and self-centeredness, to demonstrate generosity, forgiveness, and noble behavior.

Title: “God's Magnanimous Heart: Why Magnanimity is an Important Virtue” Text: Luke 6:35 “But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them without expecting to get anything back. Then your reward will be great, and you will be children of the Most High, because He is kind to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Father's Day: Fathers After God’s Heart

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 26, 2025

Fatherhood is one of the most significant roles given by God to humanity. It is more than a biological title; it is a divine calling with responsibility, influence, and eternal impact.

FATHER'S DAY: FATHERS AFTER GOD’S HEART By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 6:1-4 Supporting Texts: Genesis 18:19, Proverbs 20:7, Psalm 103:13, Malachi 4:6, Luke 15:20-24 INTRODUCTION: Fatherhood is one of the most significant roles given by God to humanity. It is more than a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Heart Of Guidance: How To Hear God’s Voice - Psalm 25 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 26, 2025

This message will show you what an incalculable treasure God’s guidance is, how to receive it, and how to know when you have received it.

Of David. To you, O LORD, I lift up my soul; 2 in you I trust, O my God. Do not let me be put to shame, nor let my enemies triumph over me. 3 No one who waits for you will ever be put to shame, but they will be put to shame who are treacherous without excuse. 4 Show me your ways, O LORD, teach ...read more

Go! And Imitate Christ—the Call To Humility And Exaltation - Philippians 2:6–11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 19, 2025

There is no greater example of humility, servanthood, and ultimate exaltation than Jesus Christ. In a world obsessed with status, power, and recognition, the Bible calls us to a different path—the path of humility, sacrifice, and obedience.

Go! And Imitate Christ—The Call to Humility and Exaltation - Philippians 2:6–11 Introduction: The Greatest Example of Humility and Glory There is no greater example of humility, servanthood, and ultimate exaltation than Jesus Christ. In a world obsessed with status, power, and recognition, the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:6-11, John 1:14, Matthew 20:28, Hebrews 5:8, Romans 5:19, Ephesians 1:20-21, Revelation 19:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wonders Of The Spiritual Realm Ii: The Wonder Of A True Friend Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Oct 3, 2019

Jesus our Lord has given His disciples an honorary promotion by elevating our status from servant to friend. What a Friend we have in Jesus! To have a friend, be a friend - as was Jonathan to David.

THE WONDER OF HAVING A TRUE FRIEND How does the honorary promotion that Jesus gave you make you feel? Remember: Jesus elevated your status from “servant” to “friend” (John 15:15) -- when you ...read more

Becoming A True Follower Of Christ

Contributed by Moy Hernandez on Oct 26, 2009

Being a true follower of Christ has nothing to do with position or status or even commitment to one thing or another, but it all has to do with our attitude and how we adopt them to those of Christ.

For far too long we have misunderstood or maybe just misread this passage of scripture known as The Great Commission. Our interpretation and understanding has told us that we need to get people saved and them bring them into our church membership. In only doing this we in turn commit a great ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

God Is No Respecter Of Persons

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 6, 2025

God’s justice is impartial, and He does not judge based on external appearances, wealth, status, or influence. The Scriptures emphasise that righteousness is rewarded, while wickedness invites judgment, regardless of a person’s position.

GOD IS NO RESPECTER OF PERSONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 2:11 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 3:10-11, Acts 10:34-35 INTRODUCTION: God’s justice is impartial, and He does not judge based on external appearances, wealth, status, or influence. The Scriptures emphasise that righteousness is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:11, Isaiah 3:10-11, Acts 10:34-35

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Laughing At God Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Real faith challenges the status-quo. Real faith says, “I was made for more than this.” Real faith sees past obstacles to a brighter future God has in store for His children.

We continue our series on Abraham this morning. If you have your Bibles, turn with me to Genesis 18, if you will. As a part of today’s message, we have something special for you. At the end of today’s service, you will be invited to one of several locations in our worship center. Volunteers in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Have The Mind Of Christ Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 5, 2025

In a world obsessed with status, self-promotion, and influence, Jesus calls us to the opposite mindset - releasing our grip on personal rights, comfort, and ambition, so that the glory of God may be revealed through our obedience.

Go! And Have the Mind of Christ Philippians 2:5b–7 (NLT): “Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble position of a slave and was born as a human being. When he appeared in human ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11, John 1:1, John 1:14, Mark 10:45, Isaiah 53:5, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Conversion Of One Who Knew He Needed It But Was Confused As To The How. Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Jun 14, 2020

Nicodemas has a heart to heart conversation with Jesus who pulls no punches.

John 3:1-7 The Bible has never been so accessible to the entire world. L. Ron Hubbard’s writings of scientology have been translated into 65 languages and the Book of Mormon is in about 100 languages but 2,656 languages have all or some of the Bible. 65 ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Mom On A Mission

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 3, 2010

Encouraging those women who are hardworking and pursuing to become HIS women, regardless of their status quo. These women who are serious about their life, family and community and desire to set a godly example for those who follow.

Opening illustration: Watch a video clip on ‘more than rubies.’ Let us turn to Proverbs 31 and see what Lemuel the wise has written pertaining to a wife and mother. Introduction: In the final chapter of Proverbs we have the character of a king according to wisdom, and that of the woman in her own ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:25-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Promise And Its Fulfilment Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 19, 2023

Our status before God changes when we believe in Christ. We are sons of God, we are one in Christ and we are Abraham's offsprings, becoming heirs of God's promise.

Gal 3:27-4:7 The Promise and Its Fulfilment 3:23 Now before faith came, we were held captive under the law, imprisoned until the coming faith would be revealed. 24So then, the law was our guardian until Christ came, in order that we might be justified by faith. 25But now that faith has come, we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:13, Ephesians 2:19

Denomination: Independent/Bible