Sermons on Soft Heart:

Who Is Jesus? Who Are You? Series

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Jul 9, 2008

Paul is telling us, "Jesus is Creator God and head of the Church." Who we have been and who we become are both relevant to this single, important fact.

Who is Jesus? Who are You? Love and wisdom, God and you Colossians 1:13 – 23 The passage answers two questions: • Most importantly, who is Jesus? • Then, as a result of His identity, who am I? The passage begins and ends with an assessment of who the Colossians were compared with who they have ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:13-23

Denomination: Mennonite

Salt Of The Earth

Contributed by Matt Barker on Jul 13, 2008

Explaining the importance of us being referred to as the salt of the Earth.

Matthew 5:13 “You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt has become tasteless, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled under foot by men.” These word were spoken by Jesus in His “Sermon on the Mount” How many of us have heard ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Missed It By That Much Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 20, 2008

One of Maxwell Smart’s common phrases was "I missed it by that much." That was funny on a sitcom, but in the real world - and in the spiritual world - that can be deadly.

OPEN: Video of Maxwell Smart ending in “missed it by that much” Back in the 60’s the spies on TV and in the movies were heroes. Whether it was James Bond, Matt Helm, Napoleon Solo, or the cast from Mission Impossible - they were suave and resourceful, capable of escaping danger and death with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:10-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pride And Prejudice Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Jul 22, 2008

When we are envious or jealous of the life someone else has, we show we are not grateful for what God has given us. Also a section that deals with the issue of Interracial marriage found in this passage.

There was once a young man decided to join a monastery that had a vow of silence. The monks were not allowed to speak with the exception of their birthday. Once a year on their birthday each monk could come before the monk in charge and speak two words. They always chose their words ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 12:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Strength To Continue

Contributed by Tim Patrick on May 30, 2008

In this sermon you will find encouragement and strength to continue when trials are present.

Over the past few weeks I have shared several messages from the book of Nehemiah. One week we looked at Nehemiah 1. In that message, “Rising Above The Rubble”, we saw how Jerusalem lay in shambles and Nehemiah lead an effort to rise above the rubble of defeat. In the next message, “From Sadness to ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Talk Right, Live Better Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on May 30, 2008

How God’s communication skills help us live better, happier lives.

[Part 1 of 5 in the series, "THE SEARCH, Solomon’s Secrets to a Happy & Successful Life"] 2 Tune your ears to wisdom, and concentrate on understanding. 3 Cry out for insight, and ask for understanding. 4 Search for them as you would for silver; seek them like hidden treasures. Proverbs 2:2-4 ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:1

Denomination: Baptist

Maintaining Unity Through Humility Series

Contributed by Brian Stevenson on Jun 5, 2008

We must have humility to maintain the unity needed to advance the gospel.

Prenote: After delivering this sermon, it would have been better as two separate sermons! Too much information! Introduction: I learned of a man who was out on a walk one day when he saw another man about to throw himself from a bridge into the river. He ran over to save him. “Why are you ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

What's It Like To Follow Jesus? Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Jun 8, 2008

Willing to wash feet? Big, dirty, calloused, stinky feet? Willing to let someone else take the credit for the good job you did? What if that is what following Jesus looks like? Are you willing?

What’s It Like To Follow Jesus? Matthew 20:20-28 What’s it like to follow Jesus? What is my life, my attitude, supposed to be and to look like? There were a couple of things I noticed while I was studying this passage this past week. There is a theme here that I had not noticed before, and it is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Way, Or God's Way? Series

Contributed by Joe La Rue on Jun 9, 2008

Living a Godly life begins with a choice: will I do things MY way, or GOD’s way?

Title: My Way, Or God’s Way? Series: Living Godly Lives (Sermon # 1) Text: Num 20:1-12 Date Preached: June 1, 2008 COPYRIGHT © Joe La Rue, 2008 Introduction A. Hook: Years ago, Frank Sinatra had a popular song in which he sang, “And now the end is near And so I face the ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 20:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fellowship Through Consistant Living Series

Contributed by Brien Sims on Jun 17, 2008

We must consistently share our lives with God by spending time in His word and in prayer to continue fellowshipping with Him.

Consistency: a piece of the universe that seems to be lacking more than most any other component. As human beings, we thrive on consistency. Every day you may put your glasses on the bedside table or on your dresser before you go to sleep so that when you wake up you will always know where it is. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Litmus Test Of Fellowship Series

Contributed by Brien Sims on Jun 17, 2008

Ask why in today’s world. Make sure what you see and hear is part of what God wants. If it isn’t, don’t have anything to do with it. The Holy Spirit was given to help us with this. We can pass the test with Him.

How many of you really take what the news says at face value? I don’t know about you but I don’t trust the news people any further than I can throw them. Something always seems fishy to me about how they report certain events and how they twist the angle of the news to suit their purpose. If they ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Certainties Of Fellowship Series

Contributed by Brien Sims on Jun 18, 2008

Understand the absolute certainty found in Christian Faith. Know you are saved and no longer doubt.

“Experience is the best teacher.” Most of the learning we do during this lifetime will be through the issues, problems, and joys of just living. Our experiences change how we do different activities and it adjusts how we view our world. If you have ever smashed your thumb with a hammer, that ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:8-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lessons Of Life: From Pride To Faith

Contributed by Brien Sims on Jun 19, 2008

Things covered in this sermon...Pride humbled; God is in control; God places rulers; Glorify God not man or yourself.

Some lessons in life are hard to learn, some may even seem impossible. Many of us have found ourselves in situations that seemed impossible and yet some how we made it through and even grew from those experiences. I would say one of these lessons is losing a loved one for instance. We must learn ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:1-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What's In A Name - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jun 19, 2008

The benefits and responsibilities of being a Christian

What’s in a Name? In the Name of Jesus there is Giving (Acts 3:1-10) In the Name of Jesus there is Humility (Acts 3:11-16) In the Name of Jesus there is Refreshing (Acts 3:17-20) In the Name of Jesus there is Hope (Acts 3:21-26) In the Name of Jesus there is Power (Acts 4:1-7) In the Name of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Feeling The Weight Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 8, 2010

Why would Jesus use an instrument of death to represent His kingdom and His power? And how do I "carry" my cross daily?

OPEN: The year was 1889 on the continent of Africa. Menelik II became emperor of Ethiopia and reigned for 20 years. He was a powerful ruler who transformed his country from a collection of semi-independent states into a united nation. As part of his efforts to modernize his country he ordered 3 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ