Sermons on Captive Mind:

Being Humble And Having Compassion On Others

Contributed by Lay Man on May 26, 2015

Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble. - 1 Peter 3:8 Peter the Apostle writes these words to the believers in his day to have a lowly mind towards others in the body of Christ and in the worl ..

Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble. - 1 Peter 3:8 Peter the Apostle writes these words to the believers in his day to have a lowly mind towards others in the body of Christ and in the world. You can imagine that he recalls all the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ministry Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Dec 4, 2022

We want to look at the Holy Spirit in context to our overall Biblical study of God. We keep in mind that Holy, creator God is One. We also keep in mind that there is one God in three-person, Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

The highway department hired a new painter to paint the lines on the road. The first day on the job he painted lines on a five mile stretch of road and he was the talk of the department. The next day he did well again, but this time only two and a half miles. Still, it was very good. On the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:14, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Zechariah 4:6, 1 Corinthians 2:10-11, Romans 8:26-27, Ephesians 5:18, Galatians 5:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

House Of Priority

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Aug 29, 2001

Three ways we can "consider our ways" in making sure our "temples" are being built properly in body, mind, and spirit.

NEARLY 2,521 YEARS AGO, ON AUGUST 29, 520 B.C., THE PROPHET HAGGAI DELIVERS A STERN MESSAGE OF IMPENDING JUDGMENT TO THE PEOPLE OF JUDAH WHO WERE NEGLECTING THE TEMPLE OF GOD. FRESH OUT OF BABYLONIAN CAPTIVITY THE PEOPLE HAD BECOME CONTENT IN THEIR FREEDOM. EVEN THOUGH THE KING OF PERSIA HAD GIVEN ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-15

Denomination: Free Methodist

Living In Christ- Part 2 Series

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on May 8, 2006

. Our unity is in Christ- allowing His life to be lived out in us- letting the humility of Jesus Christ flow in and out of our MINDS.

LIVING IN CHRIST- Part 11 (Philippians 1:12-26; 2:1-13; 3:7-21; 4:4-19) Part 11 HAVING THE MIND OF CHRIST Philippians 2:1-13) Introduction A. Of dogs a. recognized as “man’s best friend” b. dogs remain loyal to his master Unfortunately, such “dogged” determination is often lacking among those ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Devil Made Me Do It Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on May 21, 2006

Part 3 in temptation series. This installment deals with the tactics Satan uses to come against our minds and how we resist and overcome.

AN APPLE A DAY The Temptations We Face Part 3, The Devil Made Me Do It James 4:7 May 14, 2006 Pastor Brian Matherlee In the movie, On Golden Pond, a man, played by Dabney Coleman is speaking with a Ethel at a dock. Ethel is the mother of the woman he likes. He puts one foot on a boat and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

Don't Be Fooled By Appearances Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 7, 2007

The Israelites had returned from captivity to find their city and their temple in ruins. They rebuilt what they could, but they became despondant because they weren’t wealthy enough to restore the temple to its former glory. However, God gave them insight

OPEN: An old farmer was about to die and he called his 2 sons to his bedside. He said, "Boys, my farm and the fields are yours. You each have equal shares. I leave you a little ready money, but the bulk of my wealth is hidden somewhere in the ground of the farm. I’m not sure anymore quite where it ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Armored Almighty Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 23, 2008

Who or what is truly defeating Israel? Sin. Sin is the great enemy that defeats them & hold them captive, keeping them from living the life of righteous. Sin is the undefeated enemy against whom God comes to make war.

ISAIAH 59: 15b-21 THE ARMORED ALMIGHTY [Isaiah 53: 4-12 / Romans 11: 25-29] The people have just acknowledged and confessed their personal and corporate [national] sins. God now responses with a promise of salvation and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

01. Simple Faith And A Cry For Revival (1 Samuel 1) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 27, 2025

Every great move of God in history has begun with a crisis. Whether it was the captivity in Egypt before the Exodus, the spiritual decline before the Reformation, or the darkness before the Great Awakenings, God often allows desperate circumstances to precede divine intervention.

Simple Faith and the Cry for Revival February 26, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 Samuel 1 Introduction: The Birth of a Prophet – Hannah’s Faith and the Cry for Revival Every great move of God in history has begun with a crisis. Whether it was the captivity in Egypt ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

The Jesus Message For The Guilty Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Apr 20, 2023

This is the Jesus Message to the Guilty. If you’ve ever felt guilty - you’ve asked that same question. The Bible is full of examples of men and women who disregarded God in order to follow their own willful ways. They were captive to feelings of guilt and remorse.

The Jesus Message for the Guilty      Acts 2 Introduction The Day of Pentecost is one of the most important events in Bible. -It is the birthday of the church. -It is the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. - It presents the promise and hope for an ongoing presence of God in the life ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Christ In The Heart" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 31, 2003

Christ wants to be the center of our lives, our personalities, our mind, our will. (#3 in the Unfathomable Love of Christ series)

“...so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith...” We have come to a phrase of great significance that we cannot skip over lightly, thinking it has only a surface application and only joins one phrase or one thought to the next. If the reader is not careful, there is the danger ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:17

Denomination: Orthodox

The Exchanged Life - Part 4 Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 29, 2006

The soul deals with mind emotion and will. The mind deals more than our thinking process, or logic/reasoning. We have emotions that control and remember our feelings. The will area is all most people have to operate with in making choices, good or bad.

The Exchanged Life - Part IV Read - I Thes. 5:23; Heb 4:12 (show #4) Why is it important for us to understand? 1. The soul has been corrupted by our surroundings 2. The spirit has been insulated/isolated/set apart for the perfection of God. 3. We are the only created being (of God’s) that has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Peril Of False Prophets (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 13, 2022

Satan doesn’t mind the church gathering together as long as we don’t share the truth of the gospel. He doesn’t mind preaching as long as it doesn’t reveal the depravity of humanity and the salvation available through Christ our Lord.

The Peril of False Prophets (Part 1) Matthew 7: 15-20 As I studied this passage, I was reminded of the relevance of Scripture for every generation. 2 Tim.3:16 – All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

31. Romans Chapter 7 Verses 15-25 - Messages In Romans – Gentiles Are Not Part Of Chapter 7 – Not The Battle Of The Two Natures - Message 31 Part 3 Of 3 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 17, 2025

We conclude Roman 7 - the experience of a devout man under the Law trying to keep the Law - but always being defeated. Finally, victory in in the Lord Jesus. Chapter 7 is not a Christian battling sin. The Christian is NOT in this chapter. To say so has confused the whole matter.

31. Romans Chapter 7 Verses 15-25 - Messages In Romans – GENTILES ARE NOT PART OF CHAPTER 7 – NOT THE BATTLE OF THE TWO NATURES - Message 31 Part 3 of 3 ROMANS CHAPTER 7 EXPOSITION – PART 3 It is most unfortunate that these three messages had to be broken into three Parts because it disrupts ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15, Romans 7:16, Romans 7:17, Romans 7:18, Romans 7:19, Romans 7:20, Romans 7:21, Romans 7:22, Romans 7:23, 1 John 2:16, Romans 7:24, Matthew 11:28-30, Romans 7:25, Romans 8:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Battle For Faith Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 6, 2004

The authority of Jesus flashes in our hearts and minds and brings light and deliverance from demonic darkness. But beware! Armor is essential to spiritual survival!

At the heart of Luke 11 is a message about the battle for the heart. This chapter contains 54 verses of 1,314 words with 10 paragraphs in the NASV, or 1,311 words with 6 paragraphs in the KJV, or 1,244 words with 25 paragraphs in the NIV. I didn’t get a count of these in the Greek New Testament. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-54

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Plans Go Awry Series

Contributed by James Hays on Apr 28, 2020

we all have plans for life and a sense of direction lain out in our minds. Sometimes life laughs. We suffer loss.

This time has disrupted most –if not all – of our plans. The seniors had plans of finishing their senior year and graduating with celebrations, now what? Many had plans of getting married with parties and celebrations, now what? Many had plans of having jobs, income, and insurance, but now what? ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 20:24, Jeremiah 10:23-24, Hebrews 2:14-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ