Sermons on The Heart Is Deceitful:

False Predictions (2 Thessalonians 2)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 2, 2024

Can Christians be fooled by false predictions? Let's examine this thought in 2 Thessalonians 2.

Can Christians easily be alarmed by false predictions that the day of the Lord has already come? Was a rebellion, falling away or an apostasy predicted? How can we be sure that we are not fooled? Is standing on the bedrock teachings of Jesus important? Does the truth set us apart? Let's find ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

He Wants Your Heart, Not Your Hair

Contributed by Bobby Bulger on Sep 23, 2007

A message of devotion to Christ and the opposition of the Devil!

Judges 16:16-21 (16) And it came to pass, when she pressed him daily with her words, and urged him, so that his soul was vexed unto death; (17) That he told her all his heart, and said unto her, There hath not come a razor upon mine head; for I have been a Nazarite unto God from my mother’s womb: ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Going Through The Motions Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Oct 22, 2023

Haggai challenges the people to get their hearts right

Haggai: The Best is Yet to Come Haggai 2:10-19 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 10-22-23 Intro [ I dressed as a “rock star” and pretended to play “Eruption” by Eddie Van Halen.] Angel is right. I’m not a rock star. I was just “going through the motions.” Through ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:10-19

Denomination: Baptist

Is He Talking To Himself Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 27, 2014

A study of chapter 3 verse 1 through 8

Romans 3: 1 – 8 Is He Talking To Himself 1 What advantage then has the Jew, or what is the profit of circumcision? 2 Much in every way! Chiefly because to them were committed the oracles of God. 3 For what if some did not believe? Will their unbelief make the faithfulness of God without ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-8

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Where Does The Buck Stop? Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Aug 12, 2015

There are a lot of debates about the origin of evil but is it possible that God is responsible? A rather difficult subject attempted to be explained.

I want to tell you the story of Farmer Joe who had an accident. When the accident first took place, Farmer Joe decided not to sue the trucking company responsible for the accident. Later he reconsidered. In court, the trucking company’s fancy lawyer was questioning farmer Joe. "Didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:7, Isaiah 45:23

Denomination: Foursquare

My Son, Give Me Your Heart

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 19, 2003

the Lord wants us to give Him our heart as the one we love, worship and obey above all others. The heart is the seat of worship, commitment and affection. Whoever we give our heart to determines our primary allegiance. The following are some guidelines fo

My Son, Give Me Your Heart (Prov. 23:26) We live in a day when it is common to hear that someone had their heart broken because their beloved team lost a close game. Or perhaps someone fell out of love with someone and had their heart broken. Every week we can see episodes where people give their ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Healing For The Unbelievers

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 22, 2016

To show that GOD heals our hearts, ears and eyes, the very first part of our bodies that He will use for His own glory.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you healed? Yes. My heart, ears and eyes are healed by the stripes and wounds of JESUS CHRIST. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD heals our hearts, ears and eyes, the very first part of our bodies that He will use for His own ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Heads Up PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023

Encourages believers to develop discernment to detect deceit, stand firm against division, and rejoice in God's promise of victory over evil.

Welcome, brothers and sisters. It's a joy to gather together again in the house of the Lord, to sit at the feet of His wisdom and drink from the well of His Word. We're here to open our hearts and minds to the divine truth that God has laid out for us in the sacred scriptures. Today, we turn our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:17-20

Topics: Enemy, Know

The Penalty Of Sin Is Death

Contributed by James Linders on Jun 28, 2015

The world was created blameless, and SO was heaven. Through man's disobedience to God sin and death entered the world, and Satan led a third of the angels in heaven to rebel against God. The ONLY solution to THIS tragedy was CHRIST dying on the cross.

Genesis 2:16-17. The LORD God said to man: “You are FREE to eat from ANY tree in the garden, but you must NOT eat from the tree of knowledge, of good and evil, for when you EAT from it, you will CERTAINLY die. You will die BEFORE the day is over.” While Adam and Eve were walking ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Angel Or Adversary

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 15, 2021

Let the angels do their work, but beware of the "angel of light" who is spreading error in Jesus' name.

Colossians 2:18 Let no man beguile you of your reward in a voluntary humility and worshipping of angels, intruding into those things which he hath not seen, vainly puffed up by his fleshly mind, 19 And not holding the Head, from which all the body by joints and bands having nourishment ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:18-19, Hebrews 1:13-14, 2 Corinthians 11:13-15, Ephesians 4:13-15, Matthew 7:21-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Dangerous Times (2 Timothy 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 12, 2024

Are we in dangerous times to be a Christian? Let's discuss this in 2 Timothy 3.

Will perilous times come in the last days? Should we avoid certain people? Did Paul suffer for preaching the truth? Do some ministers today suffer because they faithfully preach truth? Would they believe that all scripture is God-breathed? Let’s find out in 2 Timothy 3. Are we in dangerous times? ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Dumb Crooks

Contributed by James May on Nov 27, 2005

The devil will make a bunch of "dumb crooks" out of us all if we aren’t careful of his lies and deceitful ways.

DUMB CROOKS Revised by Pastor Jim May (This sermon was adapted and quoted in part from a sermon I read on the internet. I have modified it greatly as well. I cannot give credit to the original source because I have been unable to find it again. If anyone knows the original writer, please ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:22-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

An Amazing Mission Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 17, 2020

Listen! The Lord Jesus Christ is on an Amazing Mission to save all of humanity. And I’ve already told you how he’s going to do it!

Jesus Is Amazing An Amazing Mission Mark 4:1-9, 13-20 Introduction Listen! The Lord Jesus Christ is on an Amazing Mission to save all of humanity. And I’ve already told you how he’s going to do it! We’ve been talking about the truth that Jesus is Amazing! He is an amazing teacher and friend ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-9, Mark 4:13-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Deception

Contributed by David Richardson on Jun 14, 2004

The Bible speaks of planting or sowing discord like a farmer planting seeds. Deceit is the catalyst by which discord is sown or planted in the church.

I. Introduction Read Genesis 29 (Psalm 101:7) No one who practices deceit will dwell in my house; no one who speaks falsely will stand in my presence. That’s a very heavy penalty for something that is usually said without thinking! Most deceit has its origin in thoughtlessness and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:1-35

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Lord, Come Quickly! Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 24, 2013

What is it that the Psalmist wanted or desired of the Lord? 1- Hear my prayer 2- Guard my mouth 3- Keep my heart

INTRO.- ILL.- I got into a fight one day. It was high school. Gym class. We were playing hog ball. The coach blew the whistle and each team ran for the balls placed in the middle of the gym floor. I got to one ball first. On the opposing team there stood a guy, one year older than me. I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 141:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ