Sermons on Heavy Heart:

Open Hearted Worship Series

Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Dec 6, 2006

True Worship Starts in an Open Heart to God. Open to His Purification and Love

Sermon: Open Hearted Worship True Worship Originates From An Open Heart Big Idea: True Worship Starts in an Open Heart to God Big Aim: motivate people to seek to worship God with heart wide open to Him Dylan makes it plain when he likes something: I like-a Tom’s Truck, Daddy! I like-a Daddy’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 26:2-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Heart Condition

Contributed by Mike Huss on Dec 9, 2006

What is the condition of your heart.

The heart is the body’s vital organ. But it is also seen as the emotional center of one’s being. The hearts position within our body is a metaphor for the center. The word Heart occurs approximately one thousand times in the bible, but the range of the meaning is great. There is the physical ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:37-39

Denomination: Pentecostal

Cultivating A Heart Of Compassion Series

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Dec 11, 2006

Jesus’ crucifixion on the cross provided mankind with the gift of salvation and the opportunity to replace our sinful hearts with hearts of compassion – to see the world as Jesus does.

Cultivating a Heart of Compassion Galatians 5:22-26; Mark 10:45 Jesus’ crucifixion on the cross provided mankind with the gift of salvation and the opportunity to replace our sinful hearts with hearts of compassion – to see the world as Jesus does. I. A Walk into Darkness Move closer to the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-26

Denomination: Holiness

Strengthen Your Heart

Contributed by Ken Mowery on Dec 16, 2006

Importance and result of strenthening your heart in the Lord.

Colossians 2:1-7 1For I want you to know how great a struggle I have on your behalf and for those who are at Laodicea, and for all those who have not personally seen my face, 2that their hearts may be encouraged, having been knit together in love, and attaining to all the wealth that comes from the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are The Pure In Heart Series

Contributed by Art Campbell on Aug 1, 2007

How can we attain purity in a world that is anything but pure? By being purified by Christ, having a pure devotion to Christ, and living a pure life that flows from these.

Blessed are the Pure in Heart Matt 5.8 "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God" Purity is not very fashionable nowadays. • Camera advert - deception is a common theme in advertising • Free sex is an assumed part of society • God is unwanted in public life But Jesus says it is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

A Heart Ready For Revival Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Aug 5, 2007

4th in a 7-part series on revival in ourselves, our churches and our community.

A Heart Ready For Revival Fourth in the series: Revival – Reviving Me, Reviving the Church & Reviving Our Community Perth Bible Church August 5, 2007 AM Rev. Todd G. Leupold INTRO: Show video: “A Man Fell In A Hole” (bluefish.tv). I think it’s fair to assume that all of us, at one time ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

Finding The Heart Of God

Contributed by David Slone on Aug 9, 2007

A different look at the book of Jonah. A look at how Jonah, through his journey, found the heart of God. It is Jonah from a different perspective. Also discusses whether or not God changes his mind.

The heart of God: Jonah 3:1-4:10 Jonah 3 1And the word of the LORD came unto Jonah the second time, saying, 2Arise, go unto Nineveh, that great city, and preach unto it the preaching that I bid thee. 3So Jonah arose, and went unto Nineveh, according to the word of the LORD. Now Nineveh was an ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Heart Is Where The Home Is Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 13, 2007

24th in a series from Ephesians. How to make my heart a place where Jesus can be at home.

We’ve all heard the old adage “Home is where the heart is”. But I think if the Apostle Paul was here with us today, he would probably rearrange the words like this: “Heart is where the home is” That is the essence of the passage that we’ll look at this morning as we continue our journey through ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

Dont Lose Heart

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Aug 16, 2007

(3) Principles for Overcoming the temptation to lose heart and grow weary. 1. Preceive The Great Cloud Of Witnesses 2. Persevere In The Race Set Before Us 3. Pursue Christ, the author and finisher of our faith

Introduction • The author of Hebrews defines faith as: being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see (Hb. 11:1). In my walk with Christ, this has been one of the most difficult lessons I have had to learn, namely, how to live a life of faith without losing hope, even when things ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Orthodox

The Necessity Of A Changed Heart Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Aug 21, 2007

Many people in the church have not ungone a change of their heart. So we believe the right things, do the right things, and avoid doing the wrong things...what more does Christ want from us? He wants our Hearts!

The Necessity of a Changed Heart i Introduction: I was always taught that change does not come easily, and I believe it. You’ve heard old ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Big Gospel Heart Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 17, 2005

We are accepted by God because of what Christ Jesus did for us on the cross. We are called, in turn, to extend that acceptance and welcome to all those from all over the world who fill our community.

A Big Gospel Heart One Sunday a children’s program leader noticed a little girl standing outside the room, looking in with great eagerness at the fun the other children were having. The leader went outside and invited the little girl inside. "They’ll all laugh at me." "Why do you think that ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Guard Your Heart Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Nov 20, 2004

PROVERBS – Wisdom for Right Living #8 Safeguard your heart. Protect your mind; preserve your emotions; prop up your will.

• Proverbs 4:5-7 (NIV) [5] Get wisdom, get understanding; do not forget my words or swerve from them. [6] Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you; love her, and she will watch over you. [7] Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Cultivating A Grateful Heart

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Nov 21, 2004

If I am going to cultivate a grateful heart, I need to change my focus: 1. From what I don’t have to what I do have. 2. From getting a blessing to being a blessing. 3. From earth to eternity.

One of the great mysteries of our culture is that we are the most privileged and prosperous people who have ever lived on the face of the earth — past and present — and yet many Americans are not happy. We have more of everything, and yet we are not content. Even when good things happen we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:15-17

Denomination: Methodist

Developing A Christmas Heart

Contributed by S Henriques on Nov 29, 2004

"Christmas Hearts" are a custom in Denmark, but believers world-wide can develop true Christmas Hearts to celebrate the birth of Christ.

Developing a Christmas Heart Luke 2:15-20 Christmas is observed literally all over the world, and the traditions and customs are as varied as the countries in which they are found. In Australia, for example, Santa’s sleigh is pulled by eight white kangaroos. Christmas dinner is eaten outdoors and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

Where Is Your Heart?

Contributed by Bo Lane on Dec 8, 2004

Many people get distracted when they are in the presence of God. This sermon shows simple steps in getting rid of these distractions and putting our focus on Jesus.

Where Is Your Heart? Basketball - The audience participates in distracting the opposing team by banging annoying cylinder things together. - When I played basketball in school, our girls volleyball team would always be there, acting as our cheerleaders. Now, we had a really good team, pretty ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal