The Heart of the Matter Is a Matter of the Heart

SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: Haggai 2:10-19

SERMON IN A SENTENCE

God’s ultimate blessing of salvation comes through the vicarious death and resurrection of Jesus Christ who purifies the corrupt hearts of those who turn to Him in faith and repentance.

SERMON OUTLINE

  1. External formalities can never purify the internal reality of a corrupt heart.
  2. The impurity of a corrupt heart will ultimately contaminate everything around it.
  3. God often sends judgment and discipline in order to turn corrupt hearts toward Him.
  4. Hearts that turn toward God will receive the promise of God’s blessing.

The Heart of the Matter Is a Matter of the Heart