Sermons on Pure Heart:

Burn Baby Burn

Contributed by Dean Defino on Aug 12, 2023

The passion that God has for each of us should ignite our hearts to have a burning zeal for the Lord

Burn baby burn Super Excited LORD, your hand is lifted high, but they do not see it. Let them see your zeal for your people and be put to shame; (Isa. 26:11 NIV) His disciples remembered that it is written: "Zeal for your house will consume me." (Jn. 2:17 NIV) Never be lacking in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:11, John 2:17, Romans 12:11

The Prescription Of Thanksgiving!

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Nov 30, 2020

At the core of every healthy, vibrant, overcoming, productive, victorious Christian is a heart of gratitude!

Intro: It’s the holiday season! And the bible tells us that… Ecclesiastes 3: 1 There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens. -NIV God has made us seasonal creatures, and as a result we annually celebrate and commemorate certain events and things. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-8

Portrait Of A Servant (Part 2) Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 7, 2016

In this sermon, we examine the second four Beatitudes from the Sermon on the Mount to discover the characteristics of a servant.

Introduction: A. How many of you have been to an art museum? 1. Do you run through an art gallery, or do you walk slowly and thoughtfully? 2. To really appreciate art, you have to take your time and contemplate the masterpiece. 3. For example, let’s consider Leonardo De Vinci’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Parable Of The Lost Son

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Aug 21, 2014

Their is hope for any sinner that truly repents and return to Jesus either for the first time or after falling away from Him.

THE PARABLE OF THE LOST SON (PRODIGAL SON) STUDY TEXT: LUKE 15:11-32 - The parable illustrates the love of God for all sinners, and even thought He will not force them, but willing to receive them. - It shows that gamine repentance can bring reconciliation and restoration of broken ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

The War Against Sin

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 14, 2014

'Ye have not yet resisted unto blood, striving against sin' (Hebrews 12:4).

THE WAR AGAINST SIN. Matthew 15:10-20. The scribes and Pharisees brought an accusation to Jesus concerning His disciples (Matthew 15:2). Jesus exposed their hypocrisy with a counter-question (Matthew 15:3), a counter-argument (Matthew 15:4-6), and a counter accusation (Matthew 15:7-9). This ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:10-20, Hebrews 12:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

On Guard!

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 11, 2014

Paul warns us about the dreadful and severe consequences of sin. He is also challenges us to avoid sin and persevere in our Christian lives. Paul will argues that many Christians will not finish their Christian lives well.

Opening illustration: A man whose company provides data security for military space operations told me how vulnerable computers are to outside attack. During a training exercise, hackers shut down a highly protected system without stealing a password or cracking a code. They simply accessed the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blessed By Simple Acts Of Kindness

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Dec 4, 2014

Notice the simple responses our Lord noted in the actions of the righteous. Giving someone a drink of cold water, something to eat, clothes to wear a visit. These are simple and basic acts of kindness. No pomp, no plaque, no prestige.

Michael Jordan ......is considered by some ......to be the greatest basketball player... of all time. For most of us, ...... the scenes we remember ....... are the slam-dunks ....... while taking off ......from the free-throw line. The fame, ... the popularity, ... the commercials, ... the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Anglican

God Promised

Contributed by Paddick Van Zyl on Dec 8, 2014

When God makes a promise, He keeps it....

Sermon by Pr. Paddick Van Zyl (M.Th) 8 Dec 14 Title: God Promised Theme: When God makes a promise He keeps it... Intro: A wise teacher sent a note home to all parents on the first day of school. It read: "If you promise not to believe everything your child says happens at school, I'll promise ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Key To Greatness

Contributed by Delishia Davis on May 5, 2017

Christians have an example of greatness and a strategy to reach that point in life. If you want to be great, follow the words of our Lord and serve with humility.

Jesus got them together to settle things down. “You’ve observed how godless rulers throw their weight around,” he said, “and when people get a little power how quickly it goes to their heads. It’s not going to be that way with you. Whoever wants to be great must become a servant. Whoever wants to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:42-45

Denomination: United Methodist

Grain Of Wheat Principle

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Feb 9, 2018

“Lord, protect me from the things I want. If they're not in accordance with your will. ~Amen.”

Lent5B You can tell that Jesus eat whole grains by his analogy of a kernel of wheat falling to the ground and dying to produce life. It was in reference to his sacrificial death, but he gives it to us as an over-arching spiritual principle of dying to selfish desires, e.g. like the ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33, Psalm 51:3-15, Jeremiah 31:31-34

Denomination: Catholic

Subnatural Response Of Man Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 23, 2018

Although they knew God by His works, they did not glorify Him for who He is or thank Him for all He has done.

Subnatural Response of Man Romans 1:21-23 21 because, although they knew God, they did not glorify Him as God, nor were thankful, but became futile in their thoughts, and their foolish hearts were darkened. Although they knew God by His works, they did not glorify Him for who He is or thank Him ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

Why Me, Lord?

Contributed by Scott White on Jun 17, 2016

The lesson deals with the age-old topic of how to deal with pain, sorrow, and grief. It talks about the need to understand that God is in control, and that sometimes there are blessings contained in those heartaches we experience.

Opening scripture: Isaiah 55:6-11 I can remember very well the days that all of my children were born. They were special days, obviously. But the days my last three were born were had a little extra kick because I was able to be in the delivery room, to be there when those 3 took their first ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Psalm 13 Title: How Long? How Long? How Long? Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 25, 2018

Four times the words formed on David’s lips—“How long?” Pursued relentlessly by Saul, David wondered what was delaying the chariot of God.

March 10, 2014 Tom Lowe Psalm 13 Title: How Long? How Long? How Long? To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David. Psalm 13 (NKJV) 1 How long, O Lord? Will You forget me forever? How long will You hide Your face from me? 2 How long shall I take counsel in my soul, Having sorrow in my heart daily? ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Hearing More Clearly From God Series

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jan 14, 2018

The story of the boy Samuel provides clues to hear more clearly from God: we need to cultivate our environment, obey with what we do know God wants, and listen with a servant's heart. In doing so, we set ourselves up to be better listeners and obeyers.

1 Samuel 3:1-20 Hearing More Clearly from God Prophets with a Purpose – week 1 Today we’re starting a five-week series I’m calling, “Prophets with a Purpose.” A prophet or prophetess is someone who speaks for God. In a way, I’m a prophet as I deliver this message. When you encourage or correct ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:21-22, 1 Samuel 3:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Outward, Inward, Upward

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 13, 2014

Jesus gives us a picture of the world being ready for a great spiritual harvest, but in need of laborers to gather it into the barns. He urges the disciples to pray that the Lord of the harvest, who is Jesus Himself, will send forth the workers to gather it.

Title: Outward, Inward, Upward Text: Therefore pray the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into His harvest. (Matthew 9:38) Scripture Reading: Matthew 9:35-38 Introduction: I have never been out of the USA, but I have heard that traveling in other countries is often an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist