Sermons on Murder In The Heart:

Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on May 13, 2021

The ascended Christ wants us to be where He is. Jesus wants us to join him, even standing in the glorious presence of the Father, “that where I am, there you may be also.” And there in his presence, we will have lasting peace forever.

When parents are headed out for the evening, they might give their teenaged children some last-minute instructions: “Don’t forget to feed the dog. No fighting. Turn the lights off when you go to bed. We’ll be home by eleven.” Parting words, then they’re gone. Something like this is happening in ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God's Heart Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 3, 2024

This passage shows God's heart for people to know and put their faith in him.

Background to passage: The people of Israel have been wandering around the desert for 40 years, Moses has died, Joshua has been commissioned and encouraged. The people have been given a charge and accepted. Rahab hid and made a deal with the spies. The people have come to the encampment on the east ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 16 - Heart Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on May 14, 2024

God granted King Solomon a hear of wisdom as he desired but in his later years Solomon let his heart wander away from God and had to face the consequences for the same. Here are some precious lessons we can learn on how we can guard our hearts and keep it focused on God.

We read in 2 Corinthians 9:8, And God is able to give you more than you need, so that you will always have all you need for yourselves and more than enough for every good cause. (GNB) As we complete this series we will look at one more important principle that we need to follow in order to retain ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8, 1 Kings 1:46, 1 Kings 2:46, 1 Kings 4:24, 1 Kings 4:29, 1 Kings 10:21, 1 Kings 11:4, 1 Kings 11:9-10, Proverbs 4:23, 1 Kings 1:17, 1 Kings 3:5, 1 Kings 3:9, 1 Kings 3:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Pure Hearts Pay Off

Contributed by David Nolte on Sep 3, 2021

it doesn't matter how we look, it's what is inside us that counts

We had a large Cottonwood tree in our back yard on Hill Street. It was a good 50-60 feet tall. Several similar trees over 60 feet tall had fallen and we were getting concerned. We decided that it was time for it to go. An arborist didn’t think it necessary to do more than trim it, but he cut it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:27, 1 Samuel 16:7, 1 Peter 3:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Word Of God, And A Heart For God.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 6, 2021

This is an abbreviated version of my earlier sermon on the whole Psalm, which was entitled 'A Heart for God'.

THE WORD OF GOD, AND A HEART FOR GOD. Psalm 19:7-14. Creation, general revelation, does not stand alone in its testimony to God. The LORD God has entered into a covenant relationship with mankind, and spoken to us Himself. This ‘special revelation’ is explored in the second main section of this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:7-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Funeral - Sudden Heart Attack

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 16, 2021

My friend, Jon had many health issues and died suddenly of a heart attack. Sudden heart attack is a real pandemic in America.

In preparation for funeral services I often ask people if their loved one had a favorite bible passage or bible story that I can share. Most don’t have one, but when I asked Linda she immediately said, “Joshua 1:9.” Joshua 1:9 (ESV) 9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Mother’s Heart Revealed Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Sep 17, 2021

Mother's Day: Sometimes we feel that mothers are perfect. This message reveals a near-perfect mother. From Naomi, we see a mother’s strength, her love for her children, and we learn some things about a mother’s personality.

As you already know, today is Mother’s Day. I would like to begin our message with a short story: A small boy invaded the lingerie section of a large department store and shyly presented his problem to a woman clerk. “I want to by a slip as a present for my mom,” he said, “but, I don’t know what ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Create In Me A Clean Heart

Contributed by Samuel M on Aug 6, 2024

Each sin has a distinct and rotten odour. Our sins produce a pungent, unbearable and intolerable odour in God's nostrils. Yet God visits our church and services on a weekly basis.

In a dream, God took a young person to a church service attended by a large crowd of people. The preaching and worship were good. On the outside, everything looked good. God then opened the young person's nostrils. There was a strong, pungent, unpleasant and unbearable smell coming. It's ...read more

"What Becomes Of The Broken Hearted?”

Contributed by Kenneth R. Jenkins on Dec 7, 2021

“God is closest to those with broken hearts”

From the Scripture in your hearing and by help of the Holy Spirit, I would like to ask the question, “WHAT BECOMES OF THE BROKEN HEART?” Back in February 1966 in the Hitsville USA, Studio A, a young man recorded a song newly written by Motown’s songwriting team of William Weatherspoon, Paul Riser ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

A Perfect Heart Part 1 Series

Contributed by Kiruba Stephen on Jan 25, 2022

In this message with Pastor Kiruba Stephen, we will learn, what are the characteristics of one whose heart is loyal to the Lord God Almighty.

1. Amaziah was twenty and five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned twenty and nine years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Jehoaddan of Jerusalem. 2. And he did that which was right in the sight of the Lord, but not with a perfect heart. Now, please make a note of this, verse ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 25:1-17

When The Heart Turns Away Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

1 Kings 11 is one of the saddest chapters in Solomon’s story. The man who was once filled with divine wisdom, honoured by nations, and favoured by God fell because of a divided heart.

WHEN THE HEART TURNS AWAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 11:1-43 Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 17:17; Proverbs 4:23; Matthew 6:24; Revelation 2:4-5; James 1:14-15 INTRODUCTION: 1 Kings 11 is one of the saddest chapters in Solomon’s story. The man who was once filled with divine ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 11:1-43

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon On Forgiveness From The Heart

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 4, 2025

Forgiveness is the action or process of absolution, whether that be at the mercy of God, or from one human being to another.

Robert Swan Mueller, an American lawyer once remarked: "To forgive is the highest, most beautiful form of love. In return, you will receive untold peace and happiness." Matthew 18:21-22 reminds us: “Then Peter came up and said to him, “Lord, how often will my brother sin against me, and I ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:9, Matthew 6:15, Luke 6:37, Colossians 3:13

Clean Hearts And Clean Hands Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Feb 15, 2022

Blessed are the pure in heart: God blesses us when our heads, hearts and hands are clean. Then we can experience the world as He does.

Flint Michigan water crisis City in decline. In 2014, switched it’s drinking water supply from Detroit to the Flint River. The river had served as a dumping place for factories, meatpacking plants and paper mills. Raw sewage was dumped there along with toxic runoff from farms and landfills. In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8, Ecclesiastes 7:29, Jeremiah 17:9, Titus 2:14, 2 Timothy 2:21-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A New Heart For A Fresh Start

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Feb 22, 2022

Jesus’ teaching and ministry was a way of reframing the use of Scripture. The Scribes had made notes that were superimposed on Scripture. Jesus holds before us a new way of living life. One based on mercy, grace, and love. Jesus modeled the heart and intent of God.

As a child we would attempt to salvage anything and everything. The house I remember from early childhood was an interesting building. When my mother wanted to clean the floor, she would pour water on the floor, scrub it with a broom, and the water would drain through the floor. The first home ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-28, Matthew 5:17-20, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 11:6, Matthew 11:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus' Heart For The Lost Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 23, 2022

Like Jesus, we need to have a passion to reach the lost.

Jesus’ Heart For The Lost Text: Lk. 19:41-44 Introduction 1. Illustration: Charles Spurgeon may have been the most evangelistic preachers to ever walk the earth. His heart hurt for lost people like no other preacher that I have read. Listen to what he said about hell: "If sinners be damned, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41-44

Denomination: Methodist