Sermons on Preparation Of Hearts:

Zach & Liz Series

Contributed by Keith Ralston on Jan 9, 2009

The story of Zacharias and Elizabeth amazingly demonstrates God’s love as He remembers to keep His promises; and it shows that grace always goes to prepare the way for salvation.

Zach & Liz Luke 1:11-18 Middle Age I. Names. A. Zacharias = God Remembers. A. God is Remembering His Promises. B. Elizabeth = My God Keeps His Oath. A. God is Keeping His Oath. C. Johanon (John) = God is Merciful. A. Well Isn’t This One Obvious? II. Zach. A. Won the Lottery. v. 9 B. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

Absolute Devotion

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Aug 31, 2018

To be ‘In Christ’ you must allow Him complete control of your life. Our absolute devotion to Christ prepares us to be used in ministries for His glory.

Bertoldo de Giovanni is a name even the most enthusiastic lover of art is unlikely to recognize. He was the pupil of Donatello, the greatest sculptor of his time, and became the teacher of Michelangelo, the greatest sculptor of all time. Michelangelo was only 14 years old when he came to Bertoldo, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:52-71

Denomination: Other

"Why Do We Come To The Tomb?"

Contributed by Paul Norwood on May 7, 2018

A sermon prepared for "Easter" Sunday and compares the reasons folks came to the tomb where Jesus was laid to rest and our reasons for assembling to worship on the first day of the week.

I. Welcome II. Introduction MercyMe first released their hit song I Can Only Imagine in 1999. Since then, I’ve heard this song played numerous times at funerals as one imagines being in heaven and in the presence of God. The movie by the same name was released last month with much greater success ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Philip's Preaching Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 21, 2022

May we like Philip be ready to go when and where the Spirit leads. May we be prepared to boldly speak the gospel of Jesus Christ for his glory.

Context of Philips preaching Acts 6-7 Acts 6 is where we first find out about Philip. He is one of the seven chosen to help smooth over the division in the church between the Hellenistic Jews and Hebraic Jews. Philip is a Greek name. As a result of the seven the disciples increased rapidly in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Contending For The Faith

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 10, 2025

I told the Lord when I was preparing this sermon that he was going to get me in trouble because I am going to be stepping on some toes in this sermon.

But I also told Him I love Him, and I am willing to preach whatever will please Him. Today I will be preaching on BIBLICAL SEPARATION. This is a sermon that you will not hear in the liberal churches across this nation. And when preachers like me and others preach on BIBLICAL SEPARATION they are ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3, Deuteronomy 7:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming With Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Nov 9, 2021

Thanksgiving Holiday: God's grace results in thanksgiving, and a grateful heart enables believers to withstand hardship. A thankful heart also helps us to see God’s ability to work through our pain for His glory.

For our Thanksgiving holiday message, I want to open with a little humor. “A kindergarten teacher was telling her students all about the Pilgrims as she prepared them for the Thanksgiving season. After one little girl had gone home and shared the details she remembered from her teacher’s lesson, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

7 Of Life's Most Important Questions....how Will You Answer?

Contributed by David Hughes on Sep 8, 2013

There have been a lot of questions written in the Bible. This morning I would like to take 7 of these questions and ask them to you. Answer them in your heart. Allow the Holy Spirit to either confirm or convict your heart if you are living by your answer.

I love to watch game shows. My family and I watch the new Bible trivia game show, The Greatest American Bible Challenge. I watch with anticipation and try to answer the questions before the contestants do. Even though it is just a game show, I believe it is important for us to know the answers to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Is Lord Because Of How He Rules Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 22, 2003

Colossians tells us that rules and regulations have no power to make us moral... but does that make sense? Yes, and the reason may amaze you.

OPEN: He brushed his teeth twice a day and the doctor examined him twice a year. He wore galoshes when it rained, slept with the windows open, stuck to a diet with plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables and got at least 8 hours of sleep every night. He never smoked, drank, or lost his temper. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Love Of God’s House And Its Ritual. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 19, 2019

Though David is expressing his personal concerns, this psalm voices the uneasiness of any devout soul when immersed in a godless society.

June 4, 2014 Tom Lowe Psalm 26 (KJV) Title: The Love of God’s House and Its Ritual. A psalm of David. Psalm 26 (KJV) 1 Judge me, O LORD; for I have walked in mine integrity: I have trusted also in the LORD; therefore I shall not slide. 2 Examine me, O LORD, and prove me; try my reins and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 26:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Seeking The King Of Glory

Contributed by David Simpson on Jul 23, 2015

A message focusing on how we should approach God, the King of Glory, based on Psalm 24. We should be filled with awe; Have a pure heart; and never forget the awesome power of almighty God.

Sermon Lanier Christian Church July 12, 2015 David Simpson Seeking the King of Glory Psalm 24 Psalm 24 (NIV) Of David. A psalm. 1 The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it; 2 for he founded it on the seas and established it on ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Christian Church

Beholding The Glory Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 11, 2014

Despite the entire Gospel's truth & power, it remained hidden to most. Here the Apostle tells us why the Gospel is hidden to the lost & so clear to the saved.

2 CORINTHIANS 4:1-6 [GAINING PERSPECTIVE Series] BEHOLDING THE GLORY Any of us who try to serve God in any way often have reasons for being discouraged. The awareness of our human limitations and our imperfections gnaw at our self-confidence. The indifference of people to whom we try to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Above The Law Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 24, 2014

A study of Proverbs 4 verse 20 through Proverbs 5 verse 23

Proverbs 4: 20 – 5: 23 Above The Law 20 My son, give attention to my words; Incline your ear to my sayings. 21 Do not let them depart from your eyes; Keep them in the midst of your heart; 22 For they are life to those who find them, and health to all their flesh. 23 Keep your heart with all ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Living In A Season Of Joy Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 24, 2017

Each of us experience the natural seasons of winter, spring, summer and autumn; and we also experience spiritual seasons in our lives. I want us to consider together how we can Live in a Season of Joy.

We continue in our series on discovering our destiny and for the last few weeks across our group of churches we have been thinking about knowing what season we are in. Each of us experience the natural seasons of winter, spring, summer and autumn; and we also experience spiritual seasons in our ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, Jeremiah 31:13, Philippians 4:4-9, 1 Peter 5:7, Hebrews 12:2, Acts 5:41-42, 1 Peter 1:6-9, 1 Thessalonians 5:16, Philippians 4:4, Romans 14:17, Acts 13:52, Acts 2:46-47, Luke 15:10, John 16:24, Luke 10:21, John 15:9-11, Luke 2:10, Nehemiah 8:10, James 1:2-4, Romans 15:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Can't Just Fake It!

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on May 24, 2017

In the life of King Josiah he did all he could do to bring Judah back to worshiping and obeying the Lord God of Israel even to the point of calling them together to recommit to faithfully serving the Lord. Did they really commit??? Let's find out.

Today we’ll be talking about Josiah and his striving to bring Judah back into fellowship with the Lord God Almighty and out of idolatry. Where does Josiah fall in the timeline of the history of Israel? - The Lord chooses Abram - The patriarchs - Bondage in Egypt - Moses and the Exodus - Wandering ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 35:25, Jeremiah 3:6-10

Denomination: Nazarene

For All Have Sinned And Fallen Short Of The Glory Of God

Contributed by Peter Pilt on Apr 19, 2019

What is sin? How did it begin? What is repentance?

Romans 3:23 For all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God If you doubt, read your newspaper. A man from Boston was acquitted for flying illegal drugs into the United States because he suffered from “action addict syndrome,” and emotional imbalance that makes a man crave dangerous ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23, Romans 5:12, Mark 7:21-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God