Sermons on Kingdom Heart:

Putting First Things First

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 15, 2023

The following sermon is going to review Psalms 51 which is David’s confession and desire to have a new heart. From it we are going to learn how important it is to always put first things first when we sin, i.e., repentance and utter reliance on the Lord!

Putting First Things First 2 Samuel 11-12 ; Psalms 51 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 It was the springtime when David sent Joab and the whole Israelite army out to war while he stayed home (11:1). While others risked their lives, little did David know how ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Palace Of Mirrors

Contributed by Grant Adams on Dec 30, 2022

Have you ever looked into a pond and seen your reflection? We are surrounded by many mirrors reflecting many different things.

This text relates to an experience which is common. All of us at one time or another, have looked into still waters of a pool or pond and have seen our reflection. God says it is the same way with the hearts of others and to which we may look. It reflects or mirrors our own heart. We are prone to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:19

Denomination: Baptist

Thirtieth Sunday In Ordinary Time

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 4, 2023

Love of God and neighbor protects us from stress

Several years ago, a radio station ran a contest. "Just for fun," they said, "when you wake up to the sound of 106 FM, call and tell us the first words you spoke when you rolled out of bed. If you're the third caller, you'll win $106." The first morning, a buoyant disc ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Catholic

Three Parables, One Heart: The Father's Love

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 16, 2025

This exposition of Luke chapter 15 begins with a very personal story, highlighting how God even uses human frailty as a means to His grace.

Once upon a time, in the summertime, there was a 16-year-old young man struggling to find his way. His father held a particular secular and materialistic philosophy about life and making meaning in the world—something the young man had tried to embrace, but it ultimately left him feeling empty. ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 6:6, Micah 6:6-8, Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Isaac's Return

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Jun 23, 2025

...a small portion of Isaac’s life, and it’s easy to see that his life mirrors his father, Abraham’s life. Much of what we have recorded of Abraham’s life, is copied in Isaac’s life.

Isaac’s Return Genesis 26:24-33 Do you remember when your kids were little and they would mimic things that you did? I can remember my sons doing this in their early years. Whether it was mowing the lawn, washing the car, jogging, lifting weights, or many other things, they tended to copy my ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:24-33

Denomination: Methodist

He Came To His Own: A Christmas Story Of Open And Closed Hearts

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 4, 2025

As we reflect on the birth of Christ this Christmas, let us ask ourselves: How do we respond to Jesus, our Savior? Will we make room for Him, open our hearts, and joyfully welcome His presence, or will we turn Him away?

OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Play the video “The Shepherd’s Story.” INTRODUCTION: Christmas is the celebration of God’s greatest gift to humanity—Jesus Christ, our Savior. But from the very moment of His birth, Jesus was met with contrasting responses: rejection by some and joyful acceptance by others. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Experiencing The Rest Of God

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 14, 2025

Jesus knew that the hypocrites in the crowd would accuse Him of playing God. So Our Lord asks, “what is easier for me to say, ‘your sins are forgiven’ or ‘arise and walk.’”

Friday of the First Week in Course 2025 Psalm 29 is prescribed for all of us clerics as the first prayer of the Divine Office. It’s a very short history of the Israelites. It begins “come ring out our joy to the Lord; hail the Rock who saves us. Let us come before Him giving thanks; with songs let ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12, Psalm 78:3-8, Hebrews 4:1-5, Hebrews 4:11

Denomination: Catholic

Don't Quit- Open Your Heart Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 7, 2022

This is the 110th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 12th sermon from 2 Corinthians.

Series: Action [#110] DON’T QUIT- OPEN YOUR HEART 2 Corinthians 6:1-13 Introduction: On Monday, I made it into work a few hours late due to having some medical tests. While I was gone, my student workers decided to rearrange my office to clean; and then decided that it was better that way. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Endow The King With Justice, O God - Psalm 72 - Sermon For The Death Of Queen Elizabeth Ll

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 11, 2022

This is a message written the week of the death of Queen Elizabeth ll, focusing on Psalm 72 which talks about the actions and attitude of a godly king; and on 1 Peter 2:9-10, which talk about our responsibility and privelege to serve as emissaries of the king, as God's adopted children.

September 11, 2022 - Psalm 72 - Sermon for the Death of Queen Elizabeth ll Today I want to acknowledge the event this past week that consumed a lot of radio time, television time and that was all over the Internet. Of course I am referring to the death of the most well-known person on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Power Of His Touch

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024

No one is too troubled or unclean to be touched by Jesus. Jesus still welcomes outcasts today. Whom can you welcome in today? How many people have you touched with the Love of Jesus?

Opening illustration: Commuters on a Canadian Metro train witnessed a heart-moving conclusion to a tense moment. They watched as a 70-year old woman gently reached out and offered her hand to a young man whose loud voice and disturbing words were scaring other passengers. The lady’s kindness calmed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shaped Through Trials

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

It’s the journey, not just the destination, that’s important. Let your trials be a blessing to you.

Opening illustration: If there is any such thing as a universal question, it may be this: Why are all these trials in my life? This is not a new question; generations of children have asked it. They have then grown into adults who must answer the same question when their children ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Genuine Repentance Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 9, 2024

Study of the life of Joseph. Series is based on my own study of Scripture as well as reading various books and sermons on the topic over the years.

WHEN LIFE IS THE PITS: GENUINE REPENTANCE A. We are coming to the close of our study of the Life of Joseph titled: “WHEN LIFE IS THE PITS.” 1. Today we will see “GENUINE REPENTANCE” finally taking PLACE in the HEARTS of Joseph’s brothers. 2. Several months have passed from the time ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 44:1-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Never Walk Alone Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 19, 2024

Never Walk Alone

Psalm 119:145 - 152 ? Koph - Never Walk Alone I.The Psalmist’s CRY - His Prayer to God (vs. 145-149). David's Prayer The Intimacy with Prayer - 145 I cried The Intensity in Prayer - with my whole heart; The Insistency of Prayer - hear me, The Immensity by Prayer - O Lord: The Integrity ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:145-152

Denomination: Holiness

What Does The Lord Require Of You ? Series

Contributed by Obeth Jebakumar on Oct 21, 2023

Here, in this sermon, we will learn our God's expectation in the life of His children. This study will help to know better the desire in God's heart.

Micah 6:8 He has shown you, O man, what is good; And what does the Lord require of you But to do justly, to love mercy, And to walk humbly with your God. Deuteronomy 10:12,13 And now, Israel, what does the Lord your God require of you, But to fear the Lord your God, to walk in all His ways and to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:12, Micah 6:8

Denomination: Methodist

Servitude Trumps Corruption

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 1, 2023

For a priest or Levite, Malachi’s accusation that they had “corrupted the covenant of Levi” was just about the worst word he could throw at them.

Thirty-first Sunday in Course 2023 Today the Church gives us a snippet from St. Paul’s first letter to Thessalonika, and it echoes the sentiment of our psalm. The psalmist assumes an attitude we should all aspire to: “O Lord, my heart is not haughty, my eyes not lifted high; I busy myself not with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:7-13, Matthew 23:1-12, Malachi 1:8-10, Philippians 2:3

Denomination: Catholic