Sermons on True Heart:

Relatively True

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Dec 10, 2002

We believe things because they are true - they are not true because we believe them.

Relatively True TCF Sermon November 17, 2002 Open with the illustration below using jar of M&Ms and favorite food choices (NOTE: adapt this and do it with your own examples among the congregation - it’s an effective "grabber") A pastor named Stephey Belynskyj, starts each confirmation class ...read more

Scripture: John 17:14-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Staying True

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Dec 11, 2002

Paul challenges the young preacher Timothy to stay true in the midst of paganism and apostasy.

Staying True I Timothy Introduction In the book of I Timothy, Paul, the aged and experienced apostle writes to the young Pastor, Timothy, who is facing a heavy burden of responsibility in the church at Ephesus. Ephesus was a city famous for its Temple and worship of the Goddess Diana. Its Temple ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

A True Church Series

Contributed by Richard White on Mar 20, 2003

John describes what the Lord sees about 7 churches, which one describes us?

A True Church Revelation 3:7-13 Illustration: Gregory P. Elder tells of his childhood. He spent many hours at the beach and in the sand building sandcastles. Whole cities would appear by his hand, in the sand. One year bullies, or toughies as he called them, appeared and smashed ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

True Worship

Contributed by Samuel M on Apr 6, 2024

True worship is not just about singing songs, but it's about seeing the face of God. Do the songs we sing help us to see the face of God? Do the songs we sing completely describe God and His Holiness?

And the four beasts said, Amen. And the four and twenty elders fell down and worshipped him that liveth for ever and ever. Revelation 5:14 True worship is not just about singing songs, but it's about seeing the face of God. Do the songs we sing help us to see the face of God? Do the songs we ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:14

True Worshipers Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Dec 20, 2023

"When Jesus was born… there came wise men… to worship him…." Jesus Himself said that those who are true worshipers will worship God in Spirit and in truth. What kind of worship do you bring to the King of Kings?

INTRO: It has been said, “wise men still seek Him,” and rightly so! But those who are truly wise don’t just seek Him, they find Him, worship Him, and follow Him in faithful obedience all the days of their lives. True worship is not just in word, but in deed.    1. A Worshipful Response - ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-2, Matthew 2:12-14, John 4:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

True Success

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on May 27, 2024

Many Christians understand success unbiblically. They have been deceived into chasing success according to the world's standards. They should know that the measure of success according to God is very different from the world's.

Today, I will discuss success. I have been reluctant to discuss this topic because I do not want to be associated with the teaching of "Theology of Success" or "Prosperity Gospel," which is not based on the complete teachings of the Bible. But two weeks ago, I felt the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1, Joshua 1:7-8, Psalm 1:1-3, Matthew 25:21, John 17:3, Philippians 2:8-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

True Worship

Contributed by Craig Benner on Jun 9, 2024

It is not only about a good feeling, or and emotional move. It is about revering God.

True Worship True worship that honors God: 1. Extravagent Love 2. Extreme Submission/Obedience 3. Exuberant Fervor Isa 45:23 I have sworn by myself, the word is gone out of my mouth in righteousness, and shall not return, That unto me every knee shall bow, every tongue shall swear. Ro 14:11 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

True Vine PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the power of abiding in Christ and the blessings that come from bearing fruit.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. As we gather today, we'll be diving into the depths of John 2:1, a passage that points us to the source of true productivity, the power of abiding in Christ, and the blessing of bearing fruit. As we reflect on these truths, let's remember the words of Andrew ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1

Topics: Productivity

The True Light

Contributed by Devin Hudson on Jan 22, 2002

2nd sermon in a John series

The True Light John 1.6-13 Helen Keller tells of that dramatic moment when Anne Sullivan first broke through her dark, silent world with the illumination of language: “We walked down the path to the well house, attracted by the fragrance of the honeysuckle with which it was covered. Some one was ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

Faithful And True Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

CAN GOD BE COUNTED ON TO KEEP HIS PROMISES?

BIG IDEA: CAN GOD BE COUNTED ON TO KEEP HIS PROMISES? I. (:1-4) GOD’S LOVINGKINDNESS AND FAITHFULNESS REFLECTED IN HIS PROMISE OF THE DAVIDIC COVENANT A. The Unchanging Character of God Spurs an Unchanging Pattern of Praise 1. Praise for God’s Lovingkindness "forever" "to all generations" "built ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 89:1-52

Denomination: Independent/Bible

True Worship

Contributed by Chris Layton on Jun 19, 2001

Just as Jesus told the woman that there was some things that were not quite right with her mode of worship, the same goes for us today.

Title: True Worship Text: John 4:22-26 ETS: Jesus taught the woman at the well what TRUE worship was. ESS: Jesus teaches us what TRUE worship was. OSS: I want my people to truly worship God Probing Question: What do we need to do differently? U.W. Things Transitional Sentence: Just as Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 4:22-26

Denomination: Baptist

True Confessions Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Feb 24, 2001

The importance of confession in the Christian tradition.

Sermon for I Lent, Year C Based on Deut. 26:5-10 & Rom. 10:8b-13 By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson “True Confessions” Confession….When we hear that word, it may bring to mind several things. The first thing we did this morning as a community of faith was to confess our sins and receive God’s ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:5-10, Romans 10:8-13

Denomination: Lutheran

True Power Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 7, 2005

Spiritual Power is a life changed for Jesus through presenting the Gospel. A spiritual Leader is someone who is willing to pay a personal price for his concern, his message, and his lifestyle as he bears the message of Jesus.

Any written statement carries certain dangers with it. It sets down a confirmed record and holds the writer to account. It can also be misinterpreted and misunderstood if the exact context of what was said and why it was said isn’t understood precisely. E-mail heightens these dangers because it ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

A True Friend

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Sep 4, 2003

A TRUE FRIEND

A TRUE FRIEND PROVERBS 17:17 INTRODUCTION: WE ARE LIVING IN A TIME WHEN THE WORD"FRIEND" IS USED SO LOOSELY, OFTEN AS A TERM OF MERE POLITENESS. WE MUST DISENTANGLE IT FROM FRIVOLOUS ASSOCIATIONS. THE ESSENTIAL NOTE OF TRUE FRIENDSHIP IS UNCHANGING AFFECTION. THE FRIEND "LOVETH AT ALL TIMES ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:17

Denomination: Baptist

A True Friend

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Nov 10, 2003

A TRUE FRIEND

A TRUE FRIEND PROVERBS 17:17 INTRODUCTION: WE ARE LIVING IN A TIME WHEN THE WORD"FRIEND" IS USED SO LOOSELY, OFTEN AS A TERM OF MERE POLITENESS. WE MUST DISENTANGLE IT FROM FRIVOLOUS ASSOCIATIONS. THE ESSENTIAL NOTE OF TRUE FRIENDSHIP IS UNCHANGING AFFECTION. THE FRIEND "LOVETH AT ALL TIMES ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:17

Denomination: Baptist