Sermons on Peoples Hearts:

Third Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year C: Using Your Top Three

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 30, 2024

Our “why” will be Biblical, related to your vocation and, within that, your specific top three charisms.

Today is the 3rd Sunday of Ordinary Time, now dedicated each year to promoting a love and knowledge of Scripture, it’s like our new annual “Bible Sunday” for Catholics. We hear in the three-year cycle of Sunday Mass readings, plus the two-year cycle of daily Mass readings: 13.5 percent of the Old ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:2-10, Luke 1:1-21

Denomination: Catholic

Annual Feasts (Deuteronomy 16)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 3, 2025

Are modified forms of Israel's ancient feasts still observed by Christians? Let's look at Deuteronomy 16.

What annual reminders of important events did God teach Israel? Are we free to observe annual reminders of Christ? Are modified forms of the ancient festivals still observed by many Christians? Let’s look at Deuteronomy 16. Was Passover originally a remembrance of the Exodus from Egyptian slavery? ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jonah:1:7-16 Series

Contributed by Zak Saenz on Jan 4, 2025

Jonah 1:7-16

So last week we covered the first six verses in the book of Jonah and I had made mention that we at times are much like Jonah in that when God commands us to do something we often at times run from that which He asks. So this brought about a question, what are you running from? What in scripture ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:7-16

Denomination: Bible Church

The God Of The Eleventh Hour Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 18, 2025

The God of the eleventh hour demonstrates His sovereignty by stepping into situations that seem hopeless or too late by human standards. His timing showcases His power to reverse delays, bring restoration, and fulfil His promises.

Title: THE GOD OF THE ELEVENTH HOUR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 20:6-7 “And about the eleventh hour he went out and found others standing idle, and said to them, ‘Why have you been standing here idle all day?’ They said to him, ‘Because no one hired us.’ He said to them, ‘You also ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:6-7, Genesis 21:1-7, John 11:38-44, Acts 16:25-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Brought To Life; Brought Together Spiritual Warfare: The Shield Of Faith Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 21, 2025

Big Idea: Stand against Satan by faith, taking our thoughts captive to God’s word.

We are continuing our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together, looking at the spiritual battle we face in 6:10-20, which calls us to stand strong against Satan’s schemes by utilizing the armor of God (14). We are looking at the various pieces of armor and how it empowers us to stand ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16, 1 Peter 5:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of A Renewed Mind Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 25, 2025

The mind is a battlefield where thoughts, decisions, and actions are birthed. A renewed mind is key to living a victorious Christian life. Without renewing our minds, we remain trapped in worldly patterns and unable to fully embrace God’s will.

Title: THE POWER OF A RENEWED MIND By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 12:2 "And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God." Supporting Texts: Ephesians 4:23-24; ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Ephesians 4:23-24, Philippians 4:8, 2 Corinthians 10:5, Colossians 3:2, Proverbs 23:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Transformed By Truth: Casting Our Burdens On The Lord Psalm 55:22 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 7, 2024

Psalm 55:22 encourages us to cast our burdens on the Lord. This verse, rich with promise and comfort, invites us to experience transformation through trusting in God's sustaining power.

Transformed by Truth: Casting Our Burdens on the Lord Psalm 55:22 Introduction: Today, we delve into the timeless wisdom of Psalm 55:22, where we are encouraged to cast our burdens on the Lord. This verse, rich with promise and comfort, invites us to experience transformation through trusting in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:22, 1 Peter 5:7, Isaiah 46:4, Psalm 37:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transformed By Truth: Our Father In Heaven Matthew 6:9 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 8, 2024

"Our Father in Heaven." This simple yet powerful declaration, drawn from the Lord's Prayer, has deep implications for our relationship with God, our understanding of His character, and our daily walk of faith.

Transformed by Truth: Our Father in Heaven Matthew 6:9 Introduction: Today, we embark on a journey to understand and embrace the profound truth encapsulated in the phrase "Our Father in Heaven." This simple yet powerful declaration, drawn from the Lord's Prayer, has deep implications ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9, Romans 8:15, Isaiah 66:1, 1 Peter 1:15-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Was Whipped And Beaten Nearly To The Last Breath Of His Life Series

Contributed by Robert Irvine on Jun 18, 2024

Jesus went to the cross, as a sacrifice for the sins of the world. He was stricken and afflicted.

Robert Irvine's profile photo Robert Irvine<robbieluke1961@gmail.com> 13:39 (3 minutes ago) to Revd Robert Irvine “Surely he took up our pain and bore our suffering, yet we considered him punished by God, stricken by him, and afflicted.” Isa 53: 4 Jesus went to the cross, as a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4

Denomination: Baptist

No One Is Beyond The Pale For Jesus

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 1, 2024

No Jewish rabbi would have touched Jairus's dead daughter and the woman with the issue of blood because that would make Him ritually impure, yet Jesus did so and brought healing. Why?

The Marcan Sandwich Story: Sermons and eggs As some of you may know, I have recently retired after 12 years as Vicar of the East Marshland Benefice in the Diocese of Ely As we were taking the bed apart in our bedroom I was surprised to find two baskets under the bed One with 3 eggs in and the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Anglican

What Does It Mean To Appeal For The Useful?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jul 7, 2024

An example of grace in how it demonstrates the action of true Christian fellowship.

Paul wrote this letter as a plea for a runaway slave of Philemon’s named Onesimus. He had stolen from Philemon then ran away to Rome where he met Paul. Subsequently he accepted Christ as his Savior, so Paul was writing this letter as he was sending Onesimus back to Philemon, but he wanted Philemon ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:8-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Go! And Rely On The Spirit - Zechariah 4:6 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 29, 2025

In a world that often tells us to rely on our own strength, our own abilities, our own wisdom, we come to a powerful reminder from Scripture: true success in God's kingdom is not by our power, not by our might, but by the Spirit of the Lord.

Go! And Rely on the Spirit - Zechariah 4:6 Introduction Today, we continue our "Go! And..." series with an essential truth from the book of Zechariah. In a world that often tells us to rely on our own strength, our own abilities, our own wisdom, we come to a powerful reminder from ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6, Isaiah 40:29-31, Acts 1:8, 2 Corinthians 12:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Revelation 14:6-13 Series

Contributed by Zak Saenz on Feb 7, 2025

Revelation 14:6-13

Revelation 14:6-13 The Messages of the Three Angels 6 Then I saw another angel flying directly overhead, with an eternal gospel to proclaim to those who dwell on earth, to every nation and tribe and language and people. 7 And he said with a loud voice, “Fear God and give him glory, because the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:6-13

Denomination: Bible Church

Revelation 21:9-27 Series

Contributed by Zak Saenz on Feb 7, 2025

Revelation 21:9-27

Revelation 21:9-27 Many will say that we Christians are the bride of Christ and that is true in part, and they will usually add that it's not a building or a place but it is us and I would disagree with this to an extent and we will see why here. 9 Then came one of the seven angels who had ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:9-27

Denomination: Bible Church

Oh Lord, Roll That Stone Away!

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 8, 2025

The stone that was meant to keep Jesus in the grave could not stop Him. Today, every obstacle hindering your progress must be rolled away.

OH LORD, ROLL THAT STONE AWAY! By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 28:1-6 "And, behold, there was a great earthquake: for the angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, and sat upon it." – Matthew 28:2 Supporting Texts: Mark 16:3-4, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-6, Mark 16:3-4, John 11:39-44, Isaiah 45:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God