Sermons on Pastors Heart:

Up To Here With Self

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 28, 2016

Bernstein once was asked which instrument was the most difficult to play. He said, "The second fiddle. I can get plenty of first violinists, but to find someone who can play the second fiddle with enthusiasm--that's a problem."

Up To Here With Self Philippians 2:3-4NASB One of the first conductors born and educated in the United States to receive worldwide acclaim was Leonard Bernstein. He directed the New York Philharmonic, conducted concerts by some of the world's leading orchestras, wrote symphonies, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Be Humble Or Be Humbled

Contributed by Richard L. Brown on Oct 30, 2016

This sermon is an example of the thought that every sermon should begin with praising God and remembering his great deeds. This sermon also explores the right frame of mind that the Christian must have in order to approach God.

Be Humble or Be Humbled Luke 18: 9-14 How happy and honored I am to be here with you this morning. Brothers and Sisters we are all here today by the calling of Our Father. We have come to worship Him, the Great I Am. The only Worthy One who has graciously inclined His attention to us ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Little Risk, Little Faith

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jul 5, 2016

How can you say you are living in faith if you are not willing to risk everything for Jesus? Abraham risked everything on only one thing: God's word to him.

How many of you have ever invested money in the stock market? One of the first things the investment counselor wants to do is a risk assessment. He wants to find out how much of your money can you afford to lose and not be unhappy. But when you really look at a risk assessment, you are really ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hearty Giving Series

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Aug 1, 2016

This is part of a series of very brief messages that can be used in church newsletters for stewardship.

4Moses said to all the congregation of the Israelites: This is the thing that the Lord has commanded: 5Take from among you an offering to the Lord; let whoever is of a generous heart bring the Lord’s offering: gold, silver, and bronze; 20Then all the congregation of the Israelites withdrew ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 35:4-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Continuing Unity Of The Church

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 11, 2017

We have been considering the infant Church in the midst of hostile forces. We now come to a section of the book which gives us a glimpse of the internal conditions of the Church at that time, and particularly of the fellowship that existed around old....

October 28, 2013 By: Tom Lowe Title: The Continuing Unity of the Church (4.32-37) Acts 4.32-37 (KJV) 32 And the multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul: neither said any of them that ought of the things which he possessed was his own; but they had all things ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiving Others Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Nov 1, 2018

We regularly pray the Lord’s Prayer petition – “Forgive our sins as we forgive those who sin against us.” But what are the practicalities of praying such a prayer? Especially when we have many reasons for not forgiving? This sermon wrestles with these questions.

Message Matthew 6:14-15 “Forgiving Others” You can listen to the full message here:- http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/forgiveness/ How many of you know the Lord’s Prayer? There is a line in the Lord’s prayer that should always make us stop and think. Forgive us our sins as we also ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Peace That Surpasses All Understanding Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 7, 2023

Philippians 4:7 offers us a profound promise – the peace of God that surpasses all understanding. This peace is not dependent on our circumstances but on our trust in Him

"The Peace That Surpasses All Understanding" Introduction: Today, we find solace and inspiration in the words of Philippians 4:7 from the New Living Translation. Point 1: The Source of Peace Scripture: Philippians 4:7 (NLT) - "Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:7, Isaiah 26:3, Proverbs 4:23, Isaiah 55:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Teach Me, O Lord Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 8, 2023

In Psalm 143:10, we find a prayer for divine guidance and a recognition of God's role as our teacher and guide. His Spirit leads us on a sure and steady path.

"Teach Me, O Lord" Introduction: Today, we gather to explore the beautiful and heartfelt plea found in Psalm 143:10 from the New Living Translation. It reads, "Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. May your gracious Spirit lead me forward on a firm footing." Point 1: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 143:10, Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Ultimate Beauty Tip

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 22, 2023

Make up and clothing cannot beautify an ugly soul. Only the soul is eternal so seek a beauty that lasts. That is what God calls valuable.

Psalm 45:13 The king's daughter is all glorious within: her clothing is of wrought gold. Proverbs 11:22 As a jewel of gold in a swine's snout, so is a fair woman which is without discretion. 1 Peter 3:3 Whose adorning let it not be that outward adorning of plaiting the hair, and of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 45:13, Proverbs 11:22, 1 Peter 3:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

05. God's Kingdom In Action Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 9, 2023

The world is watching the Church, especially in these days of deception, uncertainty, and darkness. How we respond to the world around us is pertinent to what we believe.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org Two gas company servicemen were working together. The senior supervisor was spending the day training the young man as they were checking meters in a neighborhood. They parked their truck at the end of the alley ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7-9

Denomination: Brethren

The Word Of Faith That We Proclaim.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 3, 2022

If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus, and believe in your heart that God Him raised from the dead, you shall be saved.

THE WORD OF FAITH THAT WE PROCLAIM. Romans 10:8-13. For Moses, the word was ‘nigh thee, in your mouth and in your heart, THAT YOU MAY DO IT’ (Deuteronomy 30:14). The Apostle Paul makes a new application of this as “the word of FAITH which we proclaim” (Romans 10:8). According to Paul, the object ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:8-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trusting God Fully: The Path To Divine Guidance Proverbs 3:5-6 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 29, 2024

The timeless wisdom of Proverbs 3:5-6, calls us to trust in the Lord completely for guidance and direction in our lives. May this sermon inspire a life marked by unwavering trust in God's guidance and a deepening relationship with Him.

Trusting God Fully: The Path to Divine Guidance Proverbs 3:5-6 Introduction: Today, we delve into the timeless wisdom of Proverbs 3:5-6, which calls us to trust in the Lord completely for guidance and direction in our lives. "Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 37:5, Isaiah 26:4, Isaiah 55:8-9, 1 Corinthians 1:25, Psalm 143:10, Matthew 6:33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transformed By Truth: A Heart That Longs For God Psalm 119:33-40 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 3, 2024

Psalm 119:33-40 is a passage that speaks of a heart devoted to God and transformed by His truth. This psalm is a heartfelt prayer for guidance, understanding, and revival.

Transformed by Truth: A Heart That Longs for God Psalm 119:33-40 Introduction: Today, we are diving deep into Psalm 119:33-40, a passage that speaks of a heart devoted to God and transformed by His truth. This psalm is a heartfelt prayer for guidance, understanding, and revival. As we explore this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:33-40, Psalm 119:33-34, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 119:35-37, Matthew 6:33, Psalm 119:38-40, Romans 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Seeing God - Matthew 5:8 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 6, 2024

I believe this is one of the most important sermons I’ve ever preached—especially the first half, which describes what “seeing” an invisible God means, and the specific ways in which seeing God transforms your character. The rest of the message is about how to see God through purity of heart.

Matthew 5:1-12 Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2 and he began to teach them, saying: 3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5 Blessed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Why David Is So Important Series

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Aug 18, 2024

David is a hugely important figure in the Bible. But if we're going to learn from him we need to have an understanding of why he is so important.

Part 1: Is David important? Over the next few months, we’re going to have eight studies on David, the shepherd who became king. We could easily give David much more time than that – he’s such an important person in the Bible, but we can’t fit in more than eight studies between now and December ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1, Revelation 22:16, Acts 13:22

Denomination: Baptist