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  • Doug Henry avatar

    Opening The Eyes Of The Heart Series

    Contributed by Doug Henry on Jan 15, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 13,149 views

    There is more to see in this world than what we can see with our physical eyes.

    Opening the Eyes of the Heart Spiritual Heart Surgery Ephesians 1:17-19 Let me set the stage for you as author John Eldredge does in his book “Waking the Dead.” Two men are seated across from each other in a dark room. Outside, a thunderstorm rages in the night, shaking the old house to its ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Heart In The Right Place

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024
     | 844 views

    Most of us are farsighted about sin—we see the sins of others but not our own.

    Opening illustration: “Could they not carry their own garbage this far?” I grumbled to Jay as I picked up empty bottles from the beach and tossed them into the trash bin less than 20 feet away. “Did leaving the beach a mess for others make them feel better about themselves? I sure hope these people ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Looks At The Heart

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 23, 2025
     | 615 views

    God examines the heart, not outward appearances, when evaluating our devotion, obedience, and faith.

    GOD LOOKS AT THE HEART By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 16:7 Key Verse: “But the Lord said to Samuel, ‘Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "The Guarded Heart" Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 16, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 3,188 views

    We guard our heart against error by knowing that we’ve been made right with God, and how. (#19 in The Christian Victor series)

    “…and having put on the breastplate of righteousness,” The breastplate on a Roman soldier really covered more than the chest. It extended down and covered the abdomen as well. So the entire trunk of the body, in the front at least, was protected by this piece of armor. Notice please, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Where Is Your Heart? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 11, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,394 views

    This sermon explores knowing God personally, prioritizing Him, offering our best, and pursuing righteousness, as illustrated in the story of Cain and Abel.

    Grace and peace to you, dear brothers and sisters. We gather here today, not as separate individuals, but as a united body, bound together by the love of Christ. As we prepare to turn our hearts and minds towards the Scripture, let us remember the words of the esteemed Christian author, J.I. Packer ...read more

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    Holiness Is A Matter Of The Heart

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jun 1, 2002
    based on 41 ratings
     | 8,340 views

    Holiness is more than merely a matter of religious activities. God is not near as concerned with our methods of ministry as He is our motives of ministry. That’s because God is not so concerned with the surface of man as He is with the spirit of man.

    Holiness Is A Matter Of The Heart Text: Eph.6: 6; Mark 7: 18-19a Intro: It is absolutely impossible to become a Christian without a change of heart. Everything about trusting Christ as ones Savior affects the heart. If there has been no change of heart, there has been no conversion. Just ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Setting Our Thoughts Regarding Communion Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 26, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,833 views

    This message is meant to be used as preparation for communion, and looks at what our thoughts should be regarding this special meal.

    NEW THINKING FOR A NEW YEAR Setting Our Thoughts Regarding Communion Matthew 26:26-28 While they were eating, Jesus took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying, "Take and eat; this is my body." 27 Then he took the cup, gave thanks and offered it to them, saying, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Guard Your Heart Series

    Contributed by Doug Henry on Jan 31, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,286 views

    Solomon, the world’s wisest man, gives us a charge that we need to guard our hearts above all else.

    Guard Your Heart Spiritual Heart Surgery Proverbs 4:20 – 27 When I was in junior high, I played on the football team. What position did I play? Well, it could be said that I played three positions – guard, tackle and end. I sat on the end of the bench, guarded the water bottle, and tackled ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Cure For Troubled Hearts Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 17, 2007
    based on 37 ratings
     | 22,860 views

    This place (funeral home) has witnessed many a troubled heart! Jesus words offer a prescription for a troubled heart! This is the same cure for a troubled heart that can make a huge difference in our lives.

    Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO The Cure for Troubled Hearts John 14:1-6 Jesus’ Words from John 14:1-6: "Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    #4problem Of The Heart Is The Heart Of The Problem Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 18, 2002
    based on 25 ratings
     | 7,299 views

    Series on the heart of the problem, we look here at some lines dealing with the heart.

    #4 THE PROBLEM OF THE HEART IS THE HEART OF THE PROBLEM By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is part four of a five part series. TEXT: Prov. 4:23 .. Keep they heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. Luke 21:26 Men’s hearts failing them for fear, for looking ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jesus Our Provider!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 12, 2014
     | 4,409 views

    Jesus withdrew back to that place with a heavy heart because the people had filled their stomach but failed to know who the Giver was!

    Jesus withdrew again to the mountain! John 6:15:Perceiving then that they were about to come and take him by force to make him king, Jesus withdrew again to the mountain by himself.” The words ‘Jesus withdrew again to the mountain by Himself’ captured my attention and I started ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Power Of Our Words Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on May 27, 2014
     | 8,077 views

    Our words reveal what our heart contains, so listen carefully to yourself to see whether or not your faith is real.

    Consider this short poem entitled “Power of Words:” A careless word may kindle strife A cruel word may wreak a life A bitter word may hate instill A brutal word may smite and kill A gracious word may smooth the way A joyous word may light the day A timely word may lessen stress A ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Withholding Our Best Series

    Contributed by Keith Andrews on Oct 22, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,431 views

    We are going to be talking about rebuilding that temple inside our hearts, that spiritual life that we so desperately, but quietly seek.

    Withholding our Best Sermon by: CH(CPT) Keith Andrews All scripture marked ESV: The Holy Bible : English standard version. 2001. Wheaton: Standard Bible Society. Introduction Story Open your Bible’s tonight to the prophetic book of Haggai, you can find it in the Old Testament wedged between ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Magnify Our Lord

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Sep 9, 2010
     | 3,248 views

    Seven times people were exposed to the birth of Jesus in Luke's Gospel, and seven times their hearts were filled with praise and thanksgiving.

    Magnify Our Lord 12/20/09 PM Text: Various Luke 2 -3 INTRODUCTION Many people miss the point of Christmas. They're so caught up in the retail rush that they're exhausted and perhaps depressed by the holiday pressures. We know depression rates and suicide numbers increase during this season. But as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God Is Our Refuge

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 18, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,529 views

    To show that GOD is our refuge and we trust in Him and we can safely pour out our hearts upon Him.

    I. EXORDIUM: How well you trust GOD? With my whole life and all that is within me. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD is our refuge and we trust in Him and we can safely pour out our hearts upon Him. IV. TEXT: Psalms 62:8 (Amplified Bible) 62:8 Trust in, lean ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal