Sermons on Blinded Minds:

Looking At Adversity

Contributed by C.j. Moffett on Aug 12, 2003

No one in their right mind enjoys pain and hardship, but do they hold a redeptive purpose?

--Nietzche said, "Whatever doesn’t kill me only makes me stronger." --Illus: Kia Jurgenson was a student at a Christian University. A gifted high school basketball player (she was all state), she received a full-ride scholarship and started as a freshmen on the University team. During those ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:3-12, Romans 8:28-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Solution To Pollution

Contributed by Michael Reeves on Apr 7, 2004

A Topical sermon on the pollution of your mind,spiritual environment, physical environment, and the church.

The Solution to Pollution 2 Peter 2:18-22 As the earth has aged, one of man’s biggest problems is that of pollution. Our waterways, air and lands have become polluted in a mighty way. Scientists and Environmentalists are working frantically to come up with solutions. This morning I offer a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

What Jesus Wanted Us To Remember

Contributed by Vance Elzinga on Sep 11, 2002

When Jesus said "remember me" what did he have in mind?

20000420p Matthew 26.17-30 - What Jesus Wanted Us to Remember • Remembering and forgetting is a fine art. An experienced husband is one who remembers his wife’s birthday but forgets which one it is. Things we want/need to forget; remember. • We’re all in danger of “forgetting” even the things we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective S.e.r.v.a.n.t Leader

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Jan 24, 2009

What should come to our mind when we think of servant leaders?

One of the songs we sang today is “Make Me a Servant.” I pray that that is our prayer. “Lord, make me a servant today.” Last time I preached, we saw that serving is a high calling. We are to lead different from this world. Jesus told us that, though the world seeks power leadership, we are to seek ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:42-43

Denomination: Baptist

Ready, Set, Grow!

Contributed by Daniel Haas on Apr 5, 2008

Are we as a congregation ready to open our hearts and minds to the needs of today and tomorrow?

Grace to you and peace from him who is and who was and who is to come. Amen. Listen for the Word of God in the Acts of the Apostles Chapter 2, Verses 14a and 36 through 41: But Peter, standing with the eleven, raised his voice and addressed them: "Men of Judea and all who live in Jerusalem, let ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-41

Denomination: Congregational

The Word Of Knowledge

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Jan 5, 2011

The word of knowledge is supernatural revelation, by the Holy Spirit, of certain facts in the mind of God.

1 Corinthians 12:7-12 "But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all: for to one is given the word of wisdom, through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, to another the gift of faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healings ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Being Under The Influence Ii

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jul 20, 2008

Our minds are either under the influence of our sinful nature or the Holy Spirit.

Title: Being Under the Influence II Text: Romans 8:1-11 The Big Idea: There are two ways to be controlled: Our minds are either under the influence of our own sinful nature or the Holy Spirit. Introduction “Lobbyists, according to various definitions, contact, inform, communicate, try to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

237 - Servant Spirit Series

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Oct 12, 2002

The Christian must live with the heart and mind of a servant. To serve God is to serve others.

Sermon Study # 237 – SERVANT SPIRIT Illustrate the life of Ruth. She had a sincere spirit of servitude. She served Naomi and served Boaz. She was rewarded for her sacrificial service. Naomi’s husband and then two sons died. She was left with her daughters-in-law - Orpah and Ruth. After ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:14

Denomination: Baptist

Life By The Spirit Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Nov 30, 2004

The Holy Spirit brings us to life through a heart transplant and a renewed mind

Keys To Life Series July 18, 2004 Romans 8:1-17 Life by the Spirit This summer we are doing a series called “Keys to Life.” Jesus gives us life through his death and resurrection on the cross, and he promises that life will be an abundant life. We engage that abundant life by following ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-17

Denomination: *other

Diligence And Readiness In The Work Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000

If we are to accomplish anything for God, some work principles need to be kept in mind.

Diligence and Readiness in the Work Nehemiah 4:16-23 I. A Secure Defense A. Security promotes productivity B. Half work, half watch (16-18a) C. Lodge in Jerusalem – unity (22) II. A Sensible Plan A. Work while watching (16-18a) B. Work together (19-20a) D. The work of God ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:16-23

Denomination: Baptist

What Kind Of Love Is God Looking For?

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Apr 22, 2014

God demands that you love him with all your heart, soul, and mind.

“What Kind of Love is God Looking For From Us?” Deut. 6.4-6 February 9, 2014 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A If you go to KFC, you have a choice of dark or white meat, it’s what you prefer. 1 My favorite is white meat (Ms. Pam’s is the dark), my ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

God Guides The Wise

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 8, 2016

Jesus can be found by simply opening our hearts and minds to the Gospel message.

God Guides The Wise Text: Matthew 2:1-12 Introduction 1. “Holiday time is highway time. Ever since the magi packed their bags for Bethlehem, the birth of Jesus has caused people to hit the road. Our Christmas trips have a lot in common with the one of the wise men. We don’t camp with camels, ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Stewardship, Solidarity And Wages Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 7, 2015

A just social system must come from the conversion of many minds and hearts.

Thursday of 32nd week in course 2015 Joy of the Gospel What is the kingdom of God? Is it imposed from outside ourselves? Jesus is very clear on this point. The various sects and political parties in Palestine during the first century thought that the reign of God would be imposed, especially ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:20-25

Denomination: Catholic

Knees That Bent

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Feb 6, 2012

Nehemiah had a heart that cared, knees that bent, a mind that prepared, and feet that went.

Knees That Bent Last week we began to dig into the book of Nehemiah, and we discovered that he was a man that had a heart that cared, knees that bent, a mind that prepared and feet that went. I talked about how those four things need to be kept in a somewhat equal balance for success in any ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:4-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Getting A Grip On Life

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Oct 25, 2011

We get a grip on life when we develop the proper frame of mind.

“Getting A Grip On Life” John 21:1-23 I confess that I have never watched a full episode of the once popular television series The X Files. But I saw enough of it to know that it dealt with the super natural and the unexplainable in life. In its own unique way it demonstrated the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed