Sermons on Purity Of Heart:

The Audacity Of The Church

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 15, 2015

. AS CHRISTIANS WE BELIEVE THAT WE HAVE TO MAKE A CHOICE AS TO WHAT IS RIGHT AND WHAT IS WRONG. TO BELIEVE IN CHRISTIANITY MUST MEAN THAT WE, ALTHOUGH WITH RESPECT AND COMPASSION,, STATE THAT WE DO NOT BELIEVE IN ANY OTHER RELIGION IS CORRECT.

THE AUDACITY OF THE CHURCH ACTS 26:16-23 SPORTS FANS WILL ALWAYS ARGUE OVER QUESTIONS SUCH AS, WHO WAS THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME IN A PARTICULAR SPORT. I THINK IN REALITY IT IS AN IMPOSSIBLE QUESTION TO ANSWER BECAUSE YOU CAN’T FACTOR IN THE TIME VARIABLE. I CAN SAY GORDIW HOWE WAS THE ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:16-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Importance Of A Positive Attitude

Contributed by Andre King on Sep 15, 2015

Gaining and maintaining a Positive attitude is essential to our growth in Christ.

THE EXPERTS SAY THAT IN ORDER TO SUCCEED IN LIFE, IT IS IMPORTANT THAT WE KEEP A POSITIVE ATTITUDE. THESE WORDS ARE FOUND ON A PLAQUE IN THE OFFICE OF GOLFING GREAT ARNOLD PALMER. “IF YOU THINK YOU ARE BEATEN, YOU ARE. IF YOU THINK YOU DARE NOT, YOU DON'T. IF YOU'D LIKE TO WIN BUT THINK YOU ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Spiritual Battle: Part One Series

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 16, 2015

AN ISSUE THAT THE CHURCH, AND THE WORLD, IS GOING TO HAVE AN INCREASING STRUGGLE WITH, ESPECIALLY AS WE DRAW CLOSER TO THE RETURN OF THE LORD, IS THE ISSUE OF SPIRITUAL CONFLICT. THIS SERIES TAKES A CLOSE LOOK AT WHAT PUTTING ON THE AROMOR OF GOD MEANS.

OUR SPIRITUAL BATTLE: PART ONE EPHESIANS 6:10-20 AN ISSUE THAT THE CHURCH, AND THE WORLD, IS GOING TO HAVE AN INCREASING STRUGGLE WITH, ESPECIALLY AS WE DRAW CLOSER TO THE RETURN OF THE LORD, IS THE ISSUE OF SPIRITUAL CONFLICT. I CAN REMEMBER, AS A YOUNGSTER, SINGING SOME GREAT HYMNS OF THE ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Isaac's Favorite, Rebekah's Favorite

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 21, 2015

To show that spiritual things/matter (things that are invisible) outweighs physical things. 2 Corinthians 5:7 (Amplified Bible) For we walk by faith [we regulate our lives and conduct ourselves by our conviction or belief respecting man’s relationship t

I. EXORDIUM: Are you after spiritual things? Yes. Colossians 3:2 Colossians 3:2 (Amplified Bible) And set your minds and keep them set on what is above (the higher things), not on the things that are on the earth. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Trouble Comes Along Series

Contributed by David Lodwig on Sep 23, 2015

Gideon serves as a voice for people living in conflict with God. Verse 13 is a perfect example of a human mindset when life gets difficult.

Break the Cycle: Trouble Comes Along Text: Judges 3:7-11 Big Idea: As we repeat the cycles of our lives, they are often defined by the trouble that we encounter. Trouble is unavoidable, and it is related directly to our tendency to wander away from God. INTRO • Have you ever found yourself ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit - Part 1 Of 9 Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jul 3, 2017

The Holy Spirit is undeniably the least understood part of deity, yet he is said to live within us, a gift we receive when we are baptized. He has several names - Comforter, Spirit of Truth, Helper, and even Holy Ghost in early English translations.

THE HOLY SPIRIT This nine-part series was originally developed for a class environment, and later adapted for use in a prison ministry conducted via correspondence. Because of that background, questions were developed for each lesson for participants to use in a setting conducive to discussion, or ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:2, John 14:16-17, John 14:26, John 16:7-15, 1 Corinthians 12:3-14, Ephesians 4:4, Mark 1:10, Acts 2:2, 2 Corinthians 3:17, John 4:24, 2 Samuel 23:1-2, Psalm 51:11, 2 Peter 1:21, Joel 2:28-29, Acts 2:16-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Key For Excellence. Genesis 39-40 Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Jul 17, 2017

Key for excellence post covers 5 areas from Joseph’s life that propelled him to success and excellence. Read this post and be on your way to excellence.

Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured Introduction: Do you go about your everyday activities with passion or just ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rapture Ready - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Pastor Dre on Jul 29, 2017

This sermon is part 1 of a 2 part series explaining why the rapture of the Church is near.

"Rapture Ready" II Timothy 3:1-5 This Morning I would like to speak a message that I believe the Lord has placed on my heart. The title of the message is "Rapture Ready" How many here this morning has heard of the Rapture? I would like to start off by giving you the definition of the word ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Am I?

Contributed by David Nolte on Jul 30, 2017

In light of God's greatness why would He concern Himself with mankind?

“Who Am I?” Psalm 8:1-9 David P. Nolte The philosopher Immanuel Kant's lifelong research revolved around four questions: “Who am I?” “What am I?” “What can I do?” “What can I know?” The questions which he said were unanswerable were: "Who am I?" and "What am I?” “Who am I? Moses ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"What Goes Up Must Come Down" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 7, 2017

How do we find unity when we are surrounded by so much difference? The key to is finding harmony.

“What goes up, must come down” Philippians 2:1-11 One of the truths of Scripture that we often struggle with even though it is absolutely true, is that Jesus was both God and man at the same time. It is not a matter of which one He was; He was both. 100% God. 100% man. So when the four gospel ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Jairus’ Daughter Raised And A Woman With A Hemorrhage Healed Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 8, 2017

You can see here the contrast of light and darkness. The little girl is twelve years old and the light is passing out of her life. The woman has suffered from an issue of blood for twelve years, but now she is passing from darkness into light.

-AD 28- East Shore of Galilee Lesson: Jairus’ Daughter Raised and a Woman with a Hemorrhage Healed Matthew 9:18-26, Mark 5:21-43, Luke 8:40-56 Matthew- 18 While he spake these things unto them, behold, there came a certain ruler, and worshipped him, saying, My daughter is even now dead: but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:18-26, Mark 5:21-43, Luke 8:40-56

Denomination: Baptist

Do We Really Want God To Mold And Shape Us? Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Aug 17, 2017

Will we allow God to make us the way He wants? Or will we go the way we want?

Opening Illustration: Back in 1501, Michelangelo was commissioned to work on a great statue of David. At the time, he had a big block of marble that was spoiled and abandoned. Most artists would say, “Who needs this ruined hunk of marble?” This marred block of marble was called “the Giant.” It ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6, Romans 9:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Peter: "I'm Such A Hot Head" Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 12, 2017

Anger, Hurting Others, Love, Patience

OUT OF WEAKNESS…STRENGTH - Peter: “I’m Such a Hot Head” John 18:10-11 (p. 754) September 17, 2017 Introduction: Almost every single time I go see my doctor she breaks out this little rubber hammer…I remember when I was little and got my allergy shots from Dr. Wheeler ...read more

Scripture: John 18:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do We Really Want To Know Jesus Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Sep 17, 2017

Do we really want to know Jesus personally and intimately, or do we just know about Jesus?

Intro Video: A Greater Need (available for download from Sermon Central) Do we really want to know Him? If Jesus is all the Bible claims Him to be, Son of God, taking the penalty of my sins, shedding His blood for me, as my Savior, I want to know Him. Philippians 3:7–11 (NKJV) 7 But what things ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Paul: "The Thorns Really Hurt" Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 25, 2017

Physical Pain, Unanswered Prayers, Grace

OUT OF WEAKNESS…STRENGTH - Paul: “The Thorns Really Hurt” 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 (p. 808) October 1, 2017 Introduction: Have you ever wondered why God put thorns on roses? Well, here’s the scientific answer from a Harvard professor: “Roses really don’t have thorns…thorns ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ