Sermons on careful thought:

Every Thought Captive

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jul 11, 2017

In 2 Corinthians 10:5 Paul wrote, "We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ..." What did Paul mean,and how do we do it?

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Scripture: Proverbs 23:7, Romans 2:15, Romans 12:3, 2 Corinthians 5:17, 1 Corinthians 3:18, 1 Corinthians 10:12, 1 Corinthians 14:20, 1 Peter 1:13, Romans 14:14, James 4:17, Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 10:5-6, Matthew 23:26-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Radical Thought On Revenge"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 19, 2017

Jesus teaches us how to deal with revenge.

Matthew 5:38-48 A Radical thought on Revenge 1. This is How we look at revenge? We think its Love, but is it the Kind of love Jesus shows? • We desire to see the evil doer put down because he drew first blood Sylvester Salon • Who can forget Carrie (1976), based on the Stephen King ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Methodist

Having Second Thoughts

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 27, 2012

Jesus IS Who He says He is, and will do what He says He will do. We can trust Him.

Having Second Thoughts March 8, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Jesus IS Who He says He is, and will do what He says He will do. We can trust Him. Focus Passage: Matthew 11:2-6 Supplemental Passage: The next day he *saw Jesus coming to him and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

Thoughts On Wise Counsel

Contributed by John Mccormack on Sep 7, 2013

WISE COUNSELING IS A PROCESS.

THOUGHTS ON WISE COUNSEL OBSERVATION: MOST SCHOLARS AGREE THE PREPONDERANCE OF THE PROVERBS WERE PENNED BY SOLOMON AROUND TENTH CENTURY B.C. THIS STUDY ADDRESSES THE PROCESS OF WISE COUNSEL. INTERPRETATION: (NASB) PROVERBS 1:5 A WISE MAN WILL HEAR AND INCREASE IN LEARNING, AND A MAN OF ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

Mind Your Thoughts Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Mar 23, 2015

When you "mind your thoughts," you don't have anything to worry about.

Next Sunday is Stewardship Commitment Sunday. You and I recently received pledge cards from our Finance and Stewardship Committee, and they are asking us to make a commitment about what we will give in the year 2015. There will be a time set aside in next Sunday’s service for those of us who ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Control Your Thoughts

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 6, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Samuel 11: 1 – 27

2 Samuel 11: 1 – 27 Don’t let your thoughts control you 11 It happened in the spring of the year, at the time when kings go out to battle, that David sent Joab and his servants with him, and all Israel; and they destroyed the people of Ammon and besieged Rabbah. But David remained at Jerusalem. 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Thoughts About Death Series

Contributed by Robert Glass on Dec 12, 2017

Is Dying REALLY a death?

Thoughts About Death Robert A. Glass Wait! A minute! Before we get to death, let’s look at LIFE. When a Sperm and an EGG “shake hands” an ETERNAL Soul is created. (And eternal means that it CAN’T die.) Remember God knew us BEFORE even WE knew us. (Job 31:15) “Did not he that made me in the womb ...read more

Scripture: John 14:2-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Guarding Your Thoughts

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 25, 2025

Our thoughts shape our attitudes, decisions, and ultimately, our lives.. A mind filled with godly thoughts produces a life that honours God, while an unguarded mind is vulnerable to sin and defeat.

Title: GUARDING YOUR THOUGHTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 4:8 "Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, Proverbs 4:23, 2 Corinthians 10:5, Romans 12:2, Isaiah 26:3, Colossians 3:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Dangers Of Evil Thoughts Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 29, 2024

Evil thoughts are not just negative thoughts or temptations, but thoughts that delight in doing harm to others.

Evil thoughts are not just negative thoughts or temptations, but thoughts that delight in doing harm to others. These thoughts come from the heart and defile us, leading to sin and wickedness. Matthew 15:18-20:"But the things that come out of a person’s mouth come from the heart, and these ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:7, Romans 12:2

Our Thought Life

Contributed by Steven Devroy on Mar 13, 2024

God wants to do a deep work on our character and He accomplishes this through changing the way that we think.

Where do we go in order to develop character in our lives? You may have noticed that our world is simply obsessed with the outward appearance. Everywhere you turn you see advertisements for products that will make you look younger, make your skin shine, cream that will take out all your wrinkles, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Some Thoughts On Depopulation

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Nov 23, 2024

The world's current population is somewhere between 7 and 8 billion. Some think that's too many and have openly advocated for depopulation measures. All they need to do is wait for the Great Tribulation and they'll come close to getting their wish!

Introduction: A number of people, mostly elites, and increasingly calling out for more people to die! The justification, if I understand it correctly, is that there are too many people on this planet to be kept (the “sustainability” argument) and/or there isn’t enough of the right _kind_ of people. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 6:1-11, Revelation 9:13-21, Revelation 11:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

Be Careful Holidays !

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Dec 2, 2003

Already saw panels, danger attention, or prohibited bathe? But you know this panel which we recognize, like indicator in the life of the Christian of today! Be careful Holidays. In all the list of the signposts that we receive less announced and yet.

ATTENTION VACANCES ! Lecture 2 Pierre 1/8 Car si ces choses sont en vous, et y sont avec abondance, elles ne vous laisseront point oisifs ni stériles pour la connaissance de notre Seigneur Jésus-Christ. Avez vous déjà vu des panneaux, attention danger, ou baignade interdite ? Mais connaissez-vous ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Cares

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Jun 12, 2003

What kind of people do not care about lost souls? Be careful reading this, it might include you!

HOW MUCH DO WE CARE FOR SOULS? TEXT: Psa 142:4 - Young man from Israel that I roomed with in college! When I witnessed to him he said "you are the first person in my life that has ever cared for my soul." I was wondering Are we really concerned for others? If the unsaved perish. Do we care? If ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 142:4

Denomination: Baptist

Caring For Others Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Jan 19, 2002

A deductive exposition of selected texts on the church’s ministry of caring for others leading individuals prompted by the Holy Spirit to indicate their commitment to care for others by coming to the altar rail to pray.

This is God’s church because gave His life for us (Acts 20:28). He set the standard for CARING about others. God cared enough to become one of us, to live, to die and to break down every barrier between us and an unending relationship with Him. “Commitment” is so important to God that He ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Wesleyan

Handle With Care

Contributed by Lindeal Greer on Feb 19, 2001

When we are born we are given a spirit or soul and it is in our hands until it is returned to God.

Handle with Care On many packages, we have the words “Handle with Care” This is to tell people that what is inside is of value and can be broken. These words should be upon everyone’s soul. “The spirit returns to God who gave it.” When Rachel died it says, “as her soul was departing…” When we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:36, John 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ