Sermons on Peoples Hearts:

Worship - More Than A Song Series

Contributed by Will Norman on Mar 17, 2006

Defining worship in its holistic form.

Start with a question - "What is worship? (get some answers from students) Rick Warren, in "The Purpose Driven Life" defines worship as "bringing pleasure to God." In other words anything that you do that brings pleasure to God is, or can be worship. So now the question becomes, "what makes God ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Reflection On The 7 Last Words Of Jesus

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 11, 2006

Each time He spoke, Jesus was telling us something significant about Himself and what was going on at the Cross.

Reflection on the 7 last words of Jesus Jesus Christ is able to speak 7 different times while on the Cross and we have those words recorded in the Gospels. Each time He spoke, Jesus was telling us something significant about Himself and what was going on at the Cross. Jesus speaks and says ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

His Story, Our Story, Your Story

Contributed by W F on Aug 27, 2005

Jesus told this story of the wheat and the weeds so that you could see that the course of your own personal history can be changed.

As we look at the life of Jesus, we discover that he knows and understands history like no human ever could. In this story about the wheat and the weeds Jesus gives us an insight into history. 1. JESUS KNOWS THE COURSE OF HISTORY (v24-26) Jesus told them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: *other

The Problem With The Power Of The Church In America

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 29, 2005

Is the "spiritually superior" attitude that the Corinthians had similar to the attitude found in the American church today?

The Corinthians’ Situation: 1. The Problem: They were living proudly in their spiritual superiority. - vv. 8-13. - Paul points out their pride in their superiority and their position, all of it (from their perspective) a sign of the hand of God. In reality, though, they were far from where God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

Take Heed To Yourself

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Oct 8, 2005

An appeal for the Word of God to be applied to our lives - especially those in leadership.

Take heed to thyself. [Strong 5794] Mood-Imperative The imperative mood corresponds to the English imperative, and expresses a command to the hearer to perform a certain action by the order and authority of the one commanding. Thus, Jesus’ phrase, "Repent ye, and believe the gospel" (Mr 1:15) is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lie: Church Is Not Really Important Series

Contributed by John Raulerson on Oct 12, 2005

Many Christians are AWOL today in their faithfulness to Christ’s church because they have bought into the lie that church is not really that important.

Series: Lies Satan Tells Lie: CHURCH IS NOT REALLY THAT IMPORTANT Hebrews 10:25 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching. Many churches boast hundreds and even thousands on their ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Saving Faith: Abel

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Oct 21, 2005

According to the Gallop Poll, 69% of those polled said that in order to get to heaven you have only to live a good life. That is according to Gallop Poll but according to the Bible, the way to heaven is not in a plan, but in a man. And that man is Jesus t

Saving Faith: Abel Fabulous Faith #01 Hebrews 11:4 A few weeks ago, I preached a series of sermons I titled, "Amazing Grace." I talked about saving grace, sustaining grace, stewardship grace and scolding grace. I used all of these to talk about the amazing grace of God. In those sermons we looked a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:4

Denomination: Baptist

God's Good Pleasure

Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Apr 27, 2005

God Takes Pleasure in Providing For His Children

1. SEEK THE KINGDOM OF GOD • Why should we seek the kingdom of God? And what is the literal interpretation of this? • Seeking the things of God ensures our seeking his will for us • Luke 2:49 “And he said unto them, How is it that ye sought me? Wist ye not that I must be about my Father’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:31-34

Denomination: Baptist

Cooperation For The Sake Of The Gospel

Contributed by Bart Leger on May 5, 2005

Cooperation is necessary for the protection of unity in the church.

Paul was a great statesman for the faith. When we think of Paul we normally think of a man of unwavering faith, firm resolve, and unshakeable courage. One virtue which may not come to mind as quickly is Paul’s humility, gentleness and willingness to abase himself for the sake of the gospel. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:17-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Losing Sight Of The Cross

Contributed by Doug Stringer on May 15, 2005

This message uses a large wooden cross as a prop. As I discuss each item, I place it on the cross. By the time I am done the sermon, the cross is completely hidden from all the garbage hanging from it.

Losing Sight of The Cross REV. 2:2 5a I know your deeds, your hard work and your perseverance. I know that you cannot tolerate wicked men, that you have tested those who claim to be apostles but are not, and have found them false. You have persevered and have endured hardships for my name, and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:2-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Recipe For Revival

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Jun 1, 2005

The LORD speaks to Solomon and to us in this matter that He will truly hear us when we turn to Him in brokenness.

“GOD’S RECIPE FOR REVIVAL” 2 CHRONICLES 7:14 1. God’s REQUIREMENTS. (v. 14a) Genesis 17:1; Deuteronomy 10:12-13; 28:10; Jeremiah 7:22-23; 9:23-24; Micah 6:8; Matthew 23:23 a. A Call to PREPARE. (v. 14a-i) If My people, which are called by My Name, shall humble themselves Leviticus 26:40-41; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Requires Your Tithe!

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jun 6, 2005

Jesus says; If you want to be called great in the Kingdom Of God you must practice and teach His commandments, including the tithe.

Matthew 5:17-19 “Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. 18 I tell you the truth, until heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest letter, not the least stroke of a pen, will by any means disappear from the Law until ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Obey God Rather Than Men

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jun 14, 2005

It is sometimes difficult to obey God, but it is wise to do so and essential.

Obey God Rather Than Men Acts 5:29 INTRO.: Indonesian Christians Threatened by Muslim Extremists. (Attached news release) What would we do if given the choice of being silent about our faith or going to prison? I fear many of us would be tempted to cave in to the pressure. We need to obey God ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Job: The 4 Spiritual Flaws Series

Contributed by James Dunn on Mar 9, 2005

Well, most of us have heard about the evangelism tract, The 4 Spiritual Laws. In this message today, Pastor Dunn talks about the 4 Spiritual Flaws that Job temporarily buys into. Let’s listen in...

The 4 Spiritual Flaws Job 9-10 Intro: Many have heard of the 4 Spiritual Laws… here they are: 4 Spiritual Laws: 1. God Loves You And Has A Wonderful Plan For Your Life! John 3:16 2. Man Is Sinful and Separated From God, Therefore he cannot know and experience God’s love and plan for his ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

There Is Hope In Jesus

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Mar 26, 2005

Sermon for an elderly alzheimer’s patient that was cremated

Hope in Jesus John 11:17-27 Funeral for Aunt Oda Doolin Braley Introduction On his arrival, Jesus found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb for four days. 18 Bethany was less than two miles from Jerusalem, 19 and many Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them in the loss of their ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God