Playlist: Heart (topic)
God is the Strength of My Heart
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe word heart is mentioned numerous times in Scripture, signifying its vital importance to our spiritual lives. It represents courage, determination, and hope, going beyond mere human will to embody lasting motivation through faithful conviction. A dedicated heart drives us to persist in worthwhile endeavors, even in failure, …
Guarding Our Vulnerable Hearts
Sermon by Clyde FinkleaThe heart is a central and vital concept, mentioned numerous times in Scripture, reflecting its importance to our spiritual existence. It often refers metaphorically to the inner person, encompassing the mind, emotions, will, or the entirety of a person, depending on the context. This frequent usage underscores God's deep …
The Pure in Heart
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn the pursuit of seeing God, the condition of the heart is paramount. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God, as stated in Matthew 5:8. To be pure in heart means to be clean, without stain or blemish, spotless, and undefiled, reflecting a moral and ethical cleanliness. The Greek word for pure, katharos , implies …
Pure in Heart
Sermon by Bill OnisickThe Lord actively searches and tests the hearts of His people, penetrating and examining them intimately to measure them against His holy standard. As declared in Jeremiah 17:10, "I, the Lord, search the heart, I test the mind, even to give every man according to his ways, according to the fruit of his doings." This thorough …
God's 'Heart Measure'
Sermon by Bill OnisickThe heart represents the mind along with inner feelings, thoughts, passions, desires, affections, purposes, and intent. The heart serves as the center of intelligence that underpins the will and character while driving all outward actions. God measures the heart against His standard to determine fitness for His Kingdom. God …
Preparing Your Heart
Sermon by John O. ReidBecause the heart represents what and who we are and how we conduct our lives, the condition of our spiritual heart is of the utmost importance to us.
Defining the Human Mind
Sermon by Charles Whitaker (1944-2021)The Hebrews used metaphorical extensions such as the terms 'heart' and 'head' to refer to the repositories of the breath of life given to the human soul.
Avoiding the Ruts of Our Carnal Mind
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Bill OnisickIf we could see the traffic of our perpetually wandering minds, we would be embarrassed as to how often it strays from God's thoughts and His laws.
Avoiding the Ruts of Puny Faith
Sermon by Bill OnisickWhen we have severe trials, we can experience a divided mind, exercising a puny faith. Does God find us willing to surrender to Him in all circumstances?
The Christian and the World (Part Five)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe prince of the power of the air is responsible for influencing the zeitgeist (dominant mindset of the time), pulling us away from God and His law.
Deuteronomy: Fear
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughWhen people allow fear to rule them, they lose their mind. Fear of God, however, is not mind killing, but inspires a reverential awe of the Creator.
The Holy Spirit and the Trinity (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn most biblical contexts, 'spirit' refers to the invisible, internal activating dimension of the mind. Synonyms include heart, mind, and thoughts.
The Holy Spirit and the Trinity (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughBeing 'in Christ' does not refer to location, but instead our 'concern with' or 'involvement with' Him—and He with us.
A Pure Language
Sermonette byWe don't need to be experts in Hebrew or use Hebrew names to call on the name of the Lord, nor is Hebrew sacred. Pure language comes from an undefiled heart.
Ecclesiastes Resumed (Part Eighteen)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)We accept most of our opinions, prejudices, and beliefs unconsciously. We must scrutinize our own beliefs through the principles of God's Holy Scriptures.
Reconciliation and Unity
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIt is foolish and pointless to use the same charm, social skills, and duplicity toward God as we use to deceive others and, sadly, even ourselves.
The Holy Spirit and the Trinity (Part Seven)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod personally handpicks individuals with whom He desires to form a reciprocal relationship. This relationship must be dressed, kept, tended, and maintained.
Intimacy with Christ (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWe don't really know something unless we have experienced it. Knowing God manifests itself in the way one lives, reflecting faithfulness and obedience.
The Holy Spirit and the Trinity (Part Five)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod's Spirit is the essence of His mind rather than a third person. With this Spirit, God opens our minds, dwells in us, and transfers His nature to us.
Our Part in the Sanctification Process (Part Six): Cultivating Kindness
Sermon by David F. MaasBecause kindness is love in action, we must galvanize our thoughts into concrete behaviors, including offering encouraging words and performing uplifting deeds.
Conditioned Response
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe defilement that begins in the heart is shaped, molded, and conditioned by the media, training people to override their conscience, desensitizing them.