Sermons on Set Heart:

Do Not Become Callous

Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Feb 24, 2025

Do not wander from the life in Christ.

Father God, Lord Jesus, hallowed is your holy name. Thank you for mercy and grace. Lord Jesus, today, we ask that You sweep across this nation and create a clean heart and renewed spirit in everyone who calls You, Lord. I say a special prayer for those with a hardened heart: soften their hearts and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:18-19, Colossians 3:5, Romans 13:14

Denomination: Other

Possessing The Land - Part 6: Worshipping The Lord Series

Contributed by Graham Kettle on Nov 1, 2007

Part 6 and final part of a series about God moving Christians into a deeper experience of Himself.

Possessing the Land - Part 6 Worshipping The Lord - Read: Joshua 5:13-15 to 6:1-5 1. Introduction The children of Israel crossed the Jordan in full view of the enemy stronghold of Jericho, which lies in the great open plain (3:16). From this city, especially from the vantage point of its walls, ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Who You Gonna Call? Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 12, 2014

Just as Jesus’ disciples were put on the spot by the Pharisees, the day will come when you must speak for your Savior.

Who You Gonna Call? Lent Series Pt 2 March, 23, 2014 Matthew 9:9-13 I Eyes of Reality A Truth be told then... 1 Matthew, who also went by Levi, was seen by people as an extortionist & sellout because he was a tax-collector. a The Romans occupied Israel, collected taxes from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Three Parables, One Heart: The Father's Love

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 16, 2025

This exposition of Luke chapter 15 begins with a very personal story, highlighting how God even uses human frailty as a means to His grace.

Once upon a time, in the summertime, there was a 16-year-old young man struggling to find his way. His father held a particular secular and materialistic philosophy about life and making meaning in the world—something the young man had tried to embrace, but it ultimately left him feeling empty. ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 6:6, Micah 6:6-8, Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ghost Of Christmas Past

Contributed by Ken Crow on Dec 6, 2009

God wants us to move on from our past and look to the now and to the future.

The Ghost of Christmas Past Matthew 1:18-24 (King James Version) Pastor Ken Crow 18Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost. 19Then Joseph her ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Church Of God

Moved With Compassion

Contributed by Clay Ledford on Dec 13, 2019

Three of the greatest words in scripture are "moved with compassion:. What moves you? What moves your needle? Jesus was "moved with compassion" for the lostness of man (Matthew 9), for the needs of man (Matthew 14), and now for an individual who needs a touch and a word.

Moved with compassion #3 Mark 1:40 – 45. It’s personal. Everybody is motivated/moved by something. What moves you? Money, success, family, friends, politics, love. In this series we’ve looked at two things that “moved” Jesus “with compassion”. In Matthew chapter 9 we found that Jesus was “moved ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Baptist

"longing For Transformation"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 13, 2020

The only way to live well during this time of COVID-19 and the rest.

“Longing for Transformation” Psalm 86:11-17 Our Psalm for this morning is a “Psalm of Lament.” Now, what do I mean by that? To lament is to express deep sorrow, grief or regret. And lament is a major theme in the Bible. The Psalms of Lament are beautiful poems or hymns expressing human ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 86:11-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Twelve Ordinary Men - Nathanael Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Dec 19, 2012

This is a study of Nathanael based on 12 Ordinary Men. It has a lot of added notes and scripture.

Note: This is a study from the book 12 Ordinary Men by John McArthur an excellent book. There is also a fill in the blank outline from Adult Bible Fellowships of First Baptist Church Orion that I have posted in the series. This is not original but worth posting for study. Twelve Ordinary ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-50

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Live Rejoicing Everyday

Contributed by John Newbaker on Jul 9, 2017

The Bible both tells us both we are to live rejoicing every day and tells us we can live rejoicing every day.

How to Live Rejoicing Everyday Psalm 118:24 In the hymn “O Happy Day” there is a line that says this. It says, “Happy day, happy day, when Jesus washed my sins away! He taught me how to watch and pray, and live rejoicing every day.” It’s the last part where it says “He taught me how to …. live ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:24

Denomination: Baptist

Absalom Sets A Trap For Amnon: What Is The Legacy You'll Leave Behind? Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 16, 2023

If we set an example of righteousness, then it may yet continue through your family line into the future.

King David allowed two sins into his life when he committed sexuality immorality by taking Bathsheba to be his wife. Then he committed murder when he ordered Uriah the husband of Bathsheba to be left to die in battle. In my family, certain sins have persisted over the generations. My grandpa ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:23-30

Denomination: Salvation Army

Does Anybody Really Care? Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 9, 2011

Be zealous for the glory of God. Be passionate in prayer. Be God's answer to the need of the moment.

Ever had this experience? You are excited about being a Christian and living for God, and then something happen and everything changes. • The warm fuzzy feelings suddenly fizzle. You lost interest in anything spiritual. That's not bad or wrong. Feelings come and go all the time. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Covered By Righteousness Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 9, 2009

In the spiritual battle we need to be sure that our hearts are directed by God and not surrendered to Satan. The breastplate of righteousness keeps your heart right.

Covered by Righteousness Ephesians 6:10-14 10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11 Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. 12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

People Of Praise Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Mar 7, 2011

God's people are those who trust Him for their righteousness and receive their praise from Him, not from man. The true Jew (from Judah- Praise) is one who is experiencing transformation from the inside out.

People of Praise Romans 2:17-29 Intro: One of the lessons I’m beginning to learn in my life and ministry is that less can often be more. Less exercise can become more health problems. Less food can become more quality of life. Less is also more when life becomes too complicated and we try to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Thanksgiving Can Change Your Life

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Apr 30, 2014

The art of being thanksful for all our blessings.

Thanksgiving Can Change Your Life Psalms 118:1 The day before Thanksgiving an elderly man in Phoenix called his son in New York and said to him, "I hate to ruin your day, but I have to tell you that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Take Another Peace Of My Pure Heart (Pt. 1) Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Apr 20, 2016

There are basically two kinds of religion: the first kind is where you try and earn your way to heaven, the other is knowing that, “I can’t do it. God did in Christ.”

The Beatitude Summer Sermon Series Take another PEACE of My Pure Heart (Pt. 1) Matt. 5.8 8/2/15 CFBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A Matthew 5:3-8 (NASB) 3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Baptist