Sermons on Carnality Minded:

The Power Of Positive Thinking

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Sep 12, 2016

Although there are many self-help publications with this title, if an author doesn’t cite God as the source of all positive thought and ability it’s not something I’ll read. The power doesn't come from channeling some unknown energy it comes from God.

THE POWER OF POSITIVE THINKING INTRODUCTION: Although there are no doubt many self-help publications with this title, this sermon is not based on any of them. If an author writes a publication with a title such as this one and doesn’t cite God as the source of all positive thinking ability ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In Bounds Or Out Of Bounds?

Contributed by Craig Benner on Sep 14, 2016

If you say that you are bounds; is that a bad thing? The Bible speaks about being bound in positive and negative terms. To what or by what are you bound?

In Bounds or Out of Bounds? I'm glory bound Bound for that promised land Bound and determined Song: I'm bound for that city. Eccl. 4:12 And if one prevail against him, two shall withstand him; and a threefold cord is not quickly broken. Hosea 6:1 Come, and let us return unto the LORD: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Motivated To Follow Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Nov 2, 2016

Following his discourse on the obedience of Christ, and an admonition for the believer to possess the mind of Christ, Paul discusses what that looks like in a mature believer. This is humbling, and impossible within ourselves, but possible in Christ.

Motivated to Follow Philippians 2: 12-18 One of the greatest means of motivation is a great illustration or example. Following the great discourse on the obedience of Christ, having provided the great example for believers to follow, Paul offers a discourse on our obligations to follow the example ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

A Very Expensive Free Gift! Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on May 31, 2011

During this series we will be looking at Paul’s letter to the Philippian church. Paul founded the church at Philippi and wrote the letter during a time of imprisonment in Rome. One of the themes in the book is joy. (some thoughts taken from a series by Cr

Philippians Pt4- A Very Expensive Free Gift! Continue our study in Philippians- v2:12-30. Paul’s call to go to Philippi was supernatural- Act 16:9-12 God is calls us supernaturally, we are to led by-HS. Paul wrote this letter while a prisoner in Rome. Ten years earlier he had been imprisoned in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-30

Denomination: Charismatic

Eliminate Doubt Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2021

James knew humanity only too well. Immediately after James invites us to charge boldly into our new lives, he points us to the tool for sustained endurance: Wisdom. Without God’s wisdom, we can quickly sprint into a concrete wall and spend months or years banging our heads against it.

Tom Lowe 1/18/2021 I. There are certain realities of life common to all believers – 1:2-1:18. A. Trials and testing will come and can be overcome -- 1:2-8. 5. Eliminate doubt -- 1:6-8. Lesson: James 1:6-8 - Eliminate Doubt Text: James 1:6-8 (KJV) 6But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Selfless Holy Light In A Dark Age Of Self-Worship

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021

We live in a world that is largely dominated by self interest. All around town, up and down, we see self interest at work. What can I get? What can I gain? We gotta make money.

We live in a world that is largely dominated by self interest. All around town, up and down, we see self interest at work. What can I get? What can I gain? We gotta make money. We gotta meet the right people, and get what we need from them. Often times it feels like our lives revolve around what we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:9-11, 2 Peter 3:10-11, 1 Peter 4:7-16

Denomination: Salvation Army

Fix Your Throughts On Jesus!

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Jul 18, 2025

What we fix our minds on affects what we become. As we fix our thoughts on Jesus—the One who is fully true, pure, lovely, and worthy of praise, we would become like Him.

Philippians 4:8–9 (ESV) “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. What you have learned and received and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9, Romans 8:29, Romans 12:2, Ephesians 4:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

At This Point In Time

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Oct 25, 2021

Faithful and Able GOD, trust HIM

Psalms 90 1. LORD, you have been our dwelling place in all generations 2. Before the mountains were brought forth, Or ever YOU had formed the earth and the world, Even from everlasting to everlasting, YOU are GOD If there is any scripture that encourages the children of YAHWEH, this is it. I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-2

Change

Contributed by James Thibodeaux on Oct 29, 2021

Remember we live in a world that can easily mold us into it’s’ image. If we allow that to happen and if were not what we claim to be. So once again the question we need to ask, do we have a real affect to those around us for Jesus?

Intro: In my last 3 sermons, I spoken on Attitude, Behavior and Character and explained why these 3 traits are so important to see if were are the real deal or not, To see if we are what we claim to be and to see if were living for Jesus and being lead by the Holy Spirit himself. I hoped that you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

Look Up Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 11, 2022

Paul transitions from creed to conduct by reminding the Colossians of their position, priorities, past, and God's promises.

Above All: A Study in Colossians Colossians 3:1-4 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 07-10-2022 Where We’ve Been I’ve never actually started a sermon this way before. The verses that we will study today are the hinge verses of Colossians. Every letter or story has a hinge, a ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

When Prayer Doesn’t Change God Series

Contributed by Charles Payne on Oct 31, 2025

We’ve all heard it — whispered in prayer circles, shouted in pulpits, written on plaques: “Prayer changes things.” And it does. But here’s the misconception that twists this truth: “Prayer changes God.”

MODERN CHRISTIAN MISCONCEPTIONS SERIES “When Prayer Doesn’t Change God” (It Changes You) PROLOGUE We’ve all heard it — whispered in prayer circles, shouted in pulpits, written on plaques: “Prayer changes things.” And it does. But here’s the misconception that twists this truth: “Prayer changes ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:14-15, Malachi 3:6, Numbers 23:19, Isaiah 38:1, Jonah 3:4, Luke 22:42, Philippians 4:6-7, James 5:16, Romans 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being Different: Thinking Differently Part 2 Series

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Feb 28, 2025

If we are going to move on in our Christian faith, we must learn to think differently.

PURE To be pure means to be innocent, holy in relation to God. 1 John 3:3 “Christ is pure, and all who have this hope in Christ keep themselves pure like Christ.” Notice the first thing that is said in this verse. “Christ is pure.” If we need proof that Jesus Christ is pure, look to the cross. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Denomination: United Methodist

Contemplation Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 2, 2023

Encourage teenagers to seek stillness and connection with God through contemplative prayer, despite the distractions and busyness of life.

Today, we're gonna chat about contemplative prayer. It's like a spiritual chill-out session where you get to hang out with God. But here's the catch - you gotta make time for it. So, what's contemplation? It's like finding a quiet corner to chat with God. Even Jesus did it, sneaking off to a quiet ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8

Topics: Meditation, Inner Peace, Spiritual Stillness, Mindfulness

A Prayer Of Thanks Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Nov 12, 2024

The main idea is to learn to be grateful for what we have and find contentment in it, rather than constantly wanting more.

Hey guys, let's talk about something we all struggle with - always wanting more. You know, that new phone, the latest sneakers, or even more followers on Instagram. It's like we're stuck on a treadmill, always chasing after the next big thing. But have you ever stopped to think about what you ...read more

Topics: Materialism, Consumer Culture, Mindful Living, Simplicity

Understanding The Characteristics Of The Natural Man

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 12, 2025

In the sight of God, the natural man is spiritually dead, regardless of his social status, education, or achievements.

UNDERSTANDING THE CHARACTERISTICS OF THE NATURAL MAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 2:14 "But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned." ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God