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  • S Henriques avatar

    Developing A Christmas Heart

    Contributed by S Henriques on Nov 29, 2004
    based on 71 ratings
     | 11,048 views

    "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

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Problem With Pursuing Your Passion

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Nov 16, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,036 views

    1. Everyone says “Follow your heart”. But “The heart is deceitful above all things . . ." 2. we tend to be passionate about things we're good at, but getting good takes a lot of work 3. It's difficult to see the difference between passion and addiction

    The most common career advice people hear these days is that in order to be happy you have to pursue your passion. This is the first generation I’m aware of that has swallowed such a lie. Today I’d like to present three problems, huge reasons that pursuing your passion as a path to ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Preventing Heart Loss Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 27, 2024
     | 542 views

    To prevent heart loss, declare Christ and demonstrate Christ as you depend on Him.

    Mrs. Shank from Olathe, Kansas, talks about a hot summer day when she was sitting near an open window sewing and keeping an eye on her three grandsons playing outside. “Let's play cops and robbers,” said Mike. “I'll be a robber!” Terry and Melvin wanted the same role, so they needed ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Real Worshippers

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Nov 3, 2015
     | 4,699 views

    If there is not a balance within the Christian life, we can become off kilter, like a washing machine with the clothes off balance, it makes a lot of noise, but it’s not cleaning your clothes properly.

    1 Kings 18:17-39-Then it happened, when Ahab saw Elijah, that Ahab said to him, "Is that you, O troubler of Israel?" 18 And he answered, "I have not troubled Israel, but you and your father's house have, in that you have forsaken the commandments of the LORD and have followed the Baals. 19 Now ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don't Let Your Heart Be Troubled - A Funeral Sermon

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 6, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,145 views

    This is a homily for the memorial service of a woman of faith in the community of the Yonge Street Mission in downtown Toronto

    Funeral Homily - John 14: 1 - 9 It is a deeply painful thing to lose someone you love. It is a deeply painful thing to have to adjust to life without that person being here for you and for the community. All of us are here because we want to, we need to, say goodbye to Theresa. And we want to do ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Father Heart Of God

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 20, 2020
     | 6,419 views

    Jesus reveals the Father Heart of God to us.

    Fathers Day Sermon - The Father Heart of God A young father to be was pacing back and forth, wringing his hands in the hospital corridor while his wife was in labor. He was tied up in knots of fear and anxiety...and beads of perspiration dropping from his brow revealed the agony of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Broken Hearted In Bethany Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 17, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,202 views

    Death, resurrection, Jesus' power, grief

    BROKEN HEARTED IN BETHANY John 11: 17-27 July 10, 2022 INTRODUCTION: I became a different minister on March 2, 2004…and the difference was created by experience, not by choice. On that Tuesday I stood next to my dad's casket…I was the one receiving the hugs, and the expressions of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Blessed Are The Pure In Heart Series

    Contributed by Rich Young on Jan 17, 2001
    based on 170 ratings
     | 6,299 views

    Sixth in a series of sermons on the Beatitudes - developing Christian character

    Blessed Are the Pure in Heart TEXT: Matthew 5:8 INTRODUCTION · Benjamin Franklin was committed to making himself a better person. So much so that he carried around a little book with a list of 13 virtues that he wanted to incorporate into his life. Each day he would concentrate on a different ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    With My Whole Heart PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 952 views

    Emphasize the importance of serving God wholeheartedly and living a life of obedience, as our actions and character are a reflection of our dedication to God.

    Good morning, church family! Welcome to this blessed gathering where we come together to uplift each other and glorify our God. Today, we’re going to dive into a message that cuts straight to the heart of Christian living, that is, serving God wholeheartedly and living a life of obedience. Our main ...read more

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    Having A Heart For Jesus

    Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on May 19, 2024
     | 841 views

    This sermon explores our daily choice to follow Christ, the importance of nurturing a receptive heart, and the consequences of neglecting God and His Word.

    Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, to this hallowed gathering where we come together as a family, united under the banner of our Lord Jesus Christ. We come not as strangers, but as members of one body, each one of us a unique, cherished part of the divine tapestry that God has woven ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Developing A Servants Heart

    Contributed by Chris Beam on Feb 4, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,814 views

    As Christians, we have a responsibility to serve (physically and spiritually) - both at home and abroad. If we want for our world to know Jesus like we do, then we need to serve and sacrifice like he did.

    Developing a SERVANTS Heart Mark 10:43-45 INTRO. This morning, I want to share a message with you in acrostic form about what the are youth are doing today…which is being a SERVANT. As Christians, we have a responsibility to serve (physically and spiritually) - both at home and abroad. If we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In The Pierced Heart Of The Crucified Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 20, 2010
     | 3,022 views

    The essence of the Christian liturgy goes beyond the synagogue service and has as its essential feature universality of time, place and people.

    Feast of St. Cecilia Nov 22 2010 Spirit of the Liturgy On this Celebration of St. Cecilia’s Day, it is most fitting that the Book of Revelations opens up to us the vision of the Lamb on His throne. From heaven comes the voice of God–not thunder and lightning–but a sweet and ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    A Wise Heart Cry Series

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 22, 2005
    based on 21 ratings
     | 7,203 views

    The church who has revelation about the Great Commission and is Illuminated by the Holy Ghost, will have the same heart cry as Solomon, “O Lord give us wisdom.

    Title: A Wise Heart Cry Theme: Grasping the Wisdom of God “Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom. Though it cost you all you have, get understanding. Esteem her, and she will exalt you; embrace her, and she will honor you.” (Proverbs 4:7-8) The Lord is pleased when His children ask for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Blessed Are The Pure In Heart

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Mar 10, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,060 views

    For the Christian, purity ought to be more precious than life, for without purity we can never really have life. If we are going to enjoy the blessings of God in this life and in the one to come, possessing a pure heart is not an optional quality.

    BLESSED ARE THE PURE IN HEART Study Text: Matthew 5: 8 Introduction: - The heart is used metaphorically to signify the inner person – the heart is the control centre of a man’s mind, emotions and will. It is our invisible innermost being which shapes our lives, attitudes, convictions, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Heart Of Jesus Revealed.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 31, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,082 views

    Whatever is crumbling all around you, where ever you feel stuck, Come to Him. Bring that part of you where you feel most defeated, He is there; He lives there, right there, and His heart for you during that darkness, is gentle and lowly.

    The Heart Of Jesus Revealed. Matthew 11:25-30 Noah Drew at age 2 discovered the protective presence of Jesus. The tender Jesus. The Drew family was making the short drive from their house to their neighborhood pool. Leanna, the mom, was driving so slowly that the automatic door locks did not ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal