Sermons on Preparing Our Heart:

Advent: Repentance And Preparation

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 5, 2009

John the baptiser called for believers to repent. This sermon asks what we need to repent of, reminds us we need to turn back to God, and calls for preparation for what God has for us this next year.

If you were going to describe the time 20 years ago in 1989 when the Churches of the town worked together to plan and produce Festival 89 I wonder what you would say. More specifically, if you were going to date the time and the place and the event without naming the date I wonder what you would ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Anglican

Be Prepared - Proclaim The Birth" Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 1, 2008

The Christmas Story not only proclaims God’s love in his incarnation, but also demonstrates how God moves through the lives of regular people to establish his kingdom

Matthew 1:18-25 “Be Prepared – Proclaim the Birth” INTRODUCTION The Christmas Story is the story of God--Creator of the Universe--interacting with human history. This story, however, is not just about God’s loving and grace-filled activity, it is also about Mary and Joseph. This young ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Preparing For A Spiritual Birthday

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 12, 2007

What we do for someone on their physical birthday, we should do for someone to prepare for their spiritual birthday.

Preparing for a Spiritual Birthday 1 Timothy 1:12-17 Does God place a special meaning in our birthdays? I tried to look up the word “birthday” in the Bible. Here are the two references to birthday: Now it came to pass on the third day, which was Pharaoh’s birthday, that he made a feast for all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing For The Second Coming

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Feb 18, 2005

John’s job was to prepare the way for the public ministry of Jesus. His teaching and preaching would set the stage for Jesus’ teaching and preaching. Just as Jesus came the first time He is coming the second time. The world wasn’t ready for Him the 1

It was predicted in the OT that Jesus, the Messiah would come the first time. Isaiah 7:14 – “Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel.” Isaiah 40:3-5 – “(3) The voice of one crying in the wilderness: ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Preparing The Way Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003

To stress that we are to be God’s messengers today.

The Gospel of Mark #1 Preparing the Way of the Lord Text: Mark 1:1-8 Thesis: To stress that we are to be God’s messengers today. Introduction (1) The gospel according to Mark: (a) Was written by John Mark (b) Was written sometime between A.D. 60-70 (c) Was written originally to Roman ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preparing For An Uncertain Future

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003

How to prepare for the threat of future events (written before Y2K)

“Preparing for an Uncertain Future” Intro: Let’s talk for a little about preparing for an uncertain future. Let’s look in 2 Kings 18. In this chapter, we see a godly king of Judah. His name is Hezekiah. In verse 5 we see he is a godly king. Hezekiah trusted in the LORD, the God of Israel. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 18:5-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Prepare For Destiny

Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 16, 2003

Death is the ultimate destiny of everyone. How to prepare for it is the essence of this sermon.

December 18, 2000 I. INTRODUCTION: A. Cemetery Marker Some time ago, a man was trying to trace his family origin. In the process of his research he visited several cemeteries collecting information from the markers. At one place he came across a monument with the following inscription: Pause now ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Adventist

Preparing For A Miracle Catch

Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Jul 19, 2005

God has a miracle catch of souls for you. Learn how to receive it.

Preparing for a Miracle Catch By Pastor Fernando Cabrera John 21:1-14 Newlifebronx.com for free audio/video sermons 1. Make a decision (v.3) a. What you have and don’t have is based on the choices you make b. “I am going fishing”…where are you going? i. Your decision will determine your ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love From The Heart

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 17, 2007

The majority of biblical references to the heart refers to the seat of the emotions, our inner self, or even the center of the will. We can learn much from a survey of the Bible’s call to love God with our whole heart.

Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO From the Heart Jeremiah 29:13 Romance lives even in the retirement home. Did you hear about the 90 year-old bachelor. One day this man gathered his four nephews and announced that he was planning to be married. His ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Model Of Being Prepared Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 13, 2019

This is the 8th sermon in the 1 Thessalonians series, "Encouragement". Are you prepared for the end?

Series: Encouragement [#8] A MODEL OF BEING PREPARED 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 Introduction: As I preached about the Rapture last week, I didn’t say much about what I believe happens next. I believe that once all of the Christians are raptured out of here, the 7 years of Tribulation will begin. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Prepare Your Flock

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Sep 9, 2007

paul’s final farewell

PREPARE YOUR FLOCK INTRO: PAUL DEPARTING TO GO TO JERUSALEM 1: HE GIVES HIS FINAL INSTRUCTIONS A) YOU ARE OVERSEERS OF THE FLOCK B) THE CHURCH CANNOT BE DEPENDENT UPON ONE PERSON C) CHRIST PURCHASED THE CHURCH WITH HIS OWN BLOOD POINT: PAUL IS TRYING TO INSTRUCT THEM IN HIS FINAL WORDS TO ALWAYS ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:25-38

Denomination: Other

Prepare To Meet...isaiah Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Oct 23, 2007

This is a preview sermon to help prepare the congregation for the upcoming sermon series on Isaiah. It contains some historical and socio-political information to put Isaiah into context.

PREPARE TO MEET…ISAIAH If I say that “the Lord spoke to me” one might understand that I heard an audible voice. For some that might be the case but for me it means that God puts thoughts in my head when I pray. When I was praying this week the Lord spoke to me. He said, “Plow deeply.” A picture ...read more

Denomination: Mennonite

Prepare, Practice, Play

Contributed by Paul Redwine on Jan 2, 2004

Christians are to be DOERS of the Word.

Prepare, Practice, Play, James 1:19-27 Paul Redwine, Northside Christian Church, July 13, 2003 Introduction At a sporting event, you can see that the fans participate in the sport in their own unique ways: The Casual Spectator -- watches the game for some entertainment The Tailgater -- The more ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prepared As A Faithful Servant Series

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Jul 29, 2006

How can we be prepared for Jesus’ return? This message looks at the importance of being a Faithful and Fruitful servant for the Lord.

Being Prepared for Jesus’ Return as a Faithful Servant Matthew 25:14-30 Intro.: A. I can remember when I was about 17 and my parents were going away for the weekend and so they sat Darlene and I down and explained their expectations to us and reminded us that they would be coming Home soon. We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Adventist

The Man And His Message Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 22, 2017

Confessing sin is more than just speaking words; it may involve a broken heart. The mature Christian and those living close to God, recognize that their sin is degrading and offensive to a Holy God. Deep sorrow will flow from the heart when sin is confe

-AD 25-27- Judean Wilderness The Man and His Message (Isaiah 40:3) Matthew 3:2-12, Mark 1:2-8, Luke 3:3-14 All four Gospels quote Isaiah 40:3, and they assign it to John the Baptist, therefore I will accept their testimony. John the Baptist would fulfill this prophetic verse. A voice of one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:2-12, Mark 1:2-8, Luke 3:3-14

Denomination: Baptist