Sermons on Meditation Of My Heart:

The Receptivity Of The Heart Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on May 30, 2018

In this lesson, we discover spiritual growth is not about our spiritual knowledge or spiritual age, but that our increase directly correlates to our spiritual receptivity. Discover four levels of human receptivity.

Men, I don’t know if we are as receptive as we think we are. I guarantee it. I bet you think you’re the most receptive person in the world, to all kinds of truth. I bet you think that. But as you are listening today, I guarantee that you are not as receptive as you think you are. Jesus is going to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Heart Trouble

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 7, 2014

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Heart Trouble John 14:1-6 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/HeartTrouble.html It's the #1 killer in America. And it's the #1 killer, spiritually, of all mankind. It doesn't have to be! Jesus said, "Let not your heart be troubled..." The Bible talks a lot about the heart, as in, the center of your ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Heart Of Christ

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Apr 10, 2006

Today is Palm Sunday, the day when Jesus opened his heart for all to see. In his heart, we see where his true treasure was.

The Heart of Christ Luke 19:29-40. Palm Sunday, April 9, 2006 Back in February, Tony Campolo addressed the National Pastor’s Convention in San Diego, California. He told a story about the pastor in his church (he attends an African American Church in Philadelphia) speaking to the graduating ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:29-40

Denomination: Methodist

A Healthy Heart Series

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jul 8, 2003

To look at our attitudes and how God desires to change us to be more Christlike. Emphasizes getting into the word and being thankful

A Healthy Heart Colossians 3:15-17 Primary Purpose: To discuss the attitudes of our heart and how we should develop it. Paul tells us that when we put on the new man in Christ that it should demonstrate itself in several ways. It should show itself it the attitudes and in the behavior I show ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

A Thankful Heart

Contributed by Steve Smith on Dec 15, 2007

If we take the time to observe, we have so much to be thankful for. Even in the worst of times, we can see God and His mercy all around.

INTRODUCTION A. YOUR BLESSING 1. Think for a moment about your life – your family – your children – their family’s (if it fits). 2. What do YOU Have to be Thankful For? Anyone care to share? 3. Share with Us! B. AMERICA – 9/11 1. Trying to prepare for a Strategic Plan to accomplish our Vision ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Wise Hearts Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on May 22, 2007

Part 6 in a series from Proverbs dealing with the heart.

Wise Hearts I. Introduction A. In the Wizard of Oz, the tin man (Jack Haley) wanted a heart in order to be 1. Human 2. Tender, Gentle and Sentimental 3. Friendly 4. Emotions such as jealously and devotion. 5. Young and chipper. B. When we consider the heart…. 1. We sometime think of the human ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Heart Trouble Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 12, 2014

One of the top 15 diseases in our day is called, “arteriosclerosis.”It is a hardening of the arteries. In recent years, I fear that Christians have developed a “hardening the spiritual arteries.”

Heart Trouble Hebrews Sermon Series Hebrews 3.7-4.11 March 9, 2014 Chester FBC * Chester, Illinois Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A One of the top 15 diseases in our day is called, “arteriosclerosis.” 1 It is a hardening of the arteries. (Restricts blood flow which ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Grateful Heart

Contributed by Andrew Hoskins on Oct 4, 2025

Why we should be worshiping with joy and thanksgiving in every season — and what we can do to cultivate that kind of worship.

A Grateful Heart Summary: Why we should be worshiping with joy and thanksgiving in every season — and what we can do to cultivate that kind of worship. Opening Transparency OK, a little transparency here. I’ve read Psalm 100 many times before. I felt led to preach on it, but honestly, I couldn’t ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Change Of Heart

Contributed by Mike Hays on Jan 12, 2003

The frustration and lack of understanding of God’s actions in the previous prayers of Habakkuk are turned to a humble prayer of adoration and a request to remember mercy as God judges.

A Change Of Heart Habakkuk 3:1-2 There is a storm on the horizon. The black, billowing clouds have formed and are raging in anticipation of wreaking havoc on its victims. The thunderous noise sends chills down your spine. There is no hiding, no turning back the impending onslaught of coming ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Open Hearts Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 6, 2007

We can approach God with open hearts as we quiet ourselves and enter into His presence.

March,2007 Third Sunday of Lent “Open Hearts” Psalm 95 INTRODUCTION: Pilgrim worshipers sang Psalm 95 as they approached the Temple for a festival. It was a typical “entrance liturgy” where people would progress from outside the temple, through the courts of the Gentiles up to the entrance of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

The Heart Of A Servant

Contributed by Kris Roberts on Apr 23, 2004

A look at what it costs to be great in this life

“The Heart of a Servant” 1.Introduction · Who is the greatest person living today? Lead discussion Matthew 20:26-28 says… “Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be your slave, just as the Son of Msn did not come to be served, but to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:26-28

Denomination: United Methodist

The Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 14, 2005

Where does one begin when it comes to making their family a Christian family?

In 1947, Dr. Carl Zimmerman wrote a very important book called, "Family and Civilization" The book was a result of research he had done on 3000 years of family life. This Harvard Professor made a powerful case for traditional family structure. The conclusion of his book could be summed up like ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

A New Heart

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 5, 2016

Using God’s promises to the house of Israel for our model, we learn that God has promised us – those who call on Jesus’ name – a new start.

Ezekiel 36:24-38 A New Heart 7/19/15 D. Marion Clark Introduction A few weeks ago a soloist sang for the prelude the song that we know as “Dem Bones.” I was struck by the rendition of it, which presents more than a funny children’s song, but gets the message across about the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:24-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Softing Of The Heart

Contributed by Tim Parsons on Aug 27, 2006

This sermon deals with softing our heart and a look at Job and see what we can learn

The Softening of the Heart Job 23:1-17 (text v. 16) 1. Verses 1-6, Job is saying? I would come and let God know just how I feel, and He’d give me strength. 2. Verses 7-9? It was like a game of hide & seek. Job cannot sense God’s presence. Sometimes you will find yourself in some extreme ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:1-17

Denomination: Church Of God

A Merry Heart

Contributed by Ryan Davis on Sep 28, 2005

The benefits of having a merry heart and how to have one in spite of your situation

A Merry Heart Proverbs 17:22 "A merry heart doeth good like a medicine..." · I have two goals for this message. 1. That you will leave our church with a merry heart. 2. That you will maintain that merry heart through the whole week, no matter what circumstances you face. · A merry heart is a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:22

Denomination: Baptist