Sermons on Clear Minded:

The First Word Of The Gospel

Contributed by John Mcelwee on Nov 22, 2023

A talk made for a video presentation for the third Sunday of Advent, 2020, the first winter of COVID 19. This was made with the Congregation of United Christian Church (DoC) in mind

Good morning. We are spending Advent sheltering in place . I figure you are looking at this video at a time and in a place that is convenient for you so I am going to ask you to do something before we go any further. Stop this video for a minute and find some paper and something to write with. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-17, Luke 1:26-28, Luke 2:8-14, Revelation 21:23, Revelation 22:5, 1 John 4:16-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am The Way, The Truth, And The Life Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 12, 2016

This chapter a beautiful picture of what Jesus has come to do. He has come to show us the Father, to demonstrate God’s love. But, make no mistake: His message is clear: There is no other way!

I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life John 14:1-31 ∆ Jesus Brings Security Troubled times always bring uncertainty; Jesus brings peace (v1) If we believe in God, Jesus encourages us to also believe in Him APP: Jesus is the comforter – He provides certainty for all In that ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where’s The Glory

Contributed by David Radcliff on Apr 22, 2017

The final four chapters of Judges. These final chapters begin and end with these bookends making it clear that God's people had moved away from moral absolutes. There was no absolute truth, no authority...they had lost their moral compass.

WHERE’S THE GLORY Judges 17:1-6 and 21:25 These final chapters begin and end with these bookends making it clear that God's people had moved away from moral absolutes. There was no absolute truth, no authority...they had lost their moral compass. In America, we need a moral, spiritual revival or ...read more

Scripture: Judges 17:1-6, Judges 21:25

Denomination: Baptist

Tell Them!

Contributed by Brian Credille on Mar 4, 2001

The risen Christ appeared to the two Marys and gave them clear direction as to a new meaning and purpose for life. Jesus’ words to them give us new meaning and direction for our lives today as well.

“Tell Them!” Matthew 28:9-20 INTRODUCTION Jesus had been gloriously raised from the dead. The two Marys had been to the tomb and found it empty! As they encountered the risen Christ, a new meaning and purpose for life was revealed. That meaning and purpose is for you and I today: I. WE HAVE A ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Backbone Of Bible Prophecy Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 30, 2008

Understand this and the rest is much more clear. Jesus said to turn back to Daniel and see the 70 Weeks of Years - the most amazing prophecy in the Bible! Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint.

The Backbone of Bible Prophecy Matthew 24:15; Daniel 9:24-27 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Backbone.html Jesus tells us to turn back to Daniel, so we’d better do what we’re told! It is the skeletal structure of all prophecy, so it can be a great help in our study of the end times. v. 24-27 The ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Society Needs The Gospel

Contributed by Greg Addison on Feb 11, 2009

From the current economic crisis to the ongoing decline into sin of our culture, it is clear that the only hope for our country is a strong dose ofthe gospel. This passage from Elisha’s ministry illustrates this truth.

1)Society’s Need for the Gospel 2 Kings 2:19-22 2) The Problem “The situation is pleasant…but the water is bad and the ground is barren.” 3) The Problem Joshua 6:26 “Cursed be the man before the Lord, who rises up and builds this city Jericho.” Water = source of life Spring = head waters ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:19-22

Denomination: Baptist

God's Big Plan

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Feb 6, 2012

God has a huge plan for the world, and He makes it very clear. Nebuchadnezzars terrifying dream is interpreted by Daniel for Nebuchadnezzar as well as the rest of us to see. God's gracious revelation is all around us!

Passage: Daniel 2:24-49 Intro: Up to this point, we have seen God working thru Daniel and his friends in the life of Nebuchadnezzar. 1. king of Babylon, hugely powerful 2. and last week we saw how God had given him a dream that upset him. 3. how that dream had been used to reveal the liars in ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:24-49

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Once Saved Always Saved?

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 6, 2012

No doctrine, if true, should contradict other Scripture texts. "Once Saved Always Saved" is a teaching which, on the surface, seems to be scriptural, but if it is rigorously compared to a broad spectrum of Scriptures, it becomes clear that it violates a g

ONCE SAVED ALWAYS SAVED? Proponents of “Once Saved Always Saved” teach that once a person has been converted, “all the sins he may commit from idolatry to murder will not make his soul in any more danger" (theologian Sam Morris), even if he never repents those sins! They say that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Character Trait: Devotion To God's Word Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jan 15, 2013

From the words of Jesus it is clear that His desire and design for the body of Christ is health. For the church to be healhty there must be rebirth and remodelling. Spiritual health does not happen accidentally. It takes devotion to the health plan God

Intro: If you remember from last time we are called and commanded to experience and share the truth of who Jesus is. There is something that is absolutely necessary if we are going to live the Great Commandment of Love God with everything and loving others with everything. We must be healthy as ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 62

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 28, 2011

David gives us clear encouragement in the 62nd Psalm about seeking God for total comfort, that He alone is the provider we need; and that in Him is found spectacular rewards IF we will obey Him.

Psalm 62 - Tonight’s is a supplement to the series on faith we've been studying - Every time a situation arises, we can pause and take into account Him - When we take into account what God has done, we honor His work - We remember His sacrifice ... And we honor His works in our lives - ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of The Blood

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 6, 2010

Regardless of what popular preaching proclaims in pulpits today, the Scriptures make it abundantly clear that it is the precious blood of Jesus Christ, the blood of the Lamb of God, that saves, sanitizes, sanctifies, and secures those to whom it is applie

The Power of the Blood Hebrews 9:11-22 Introduction: The preaching of the blood of Jesus Christ is hated by the world. Liberal theologians reject the idea of Christ’s blood paying for our sins. They accuse those who preach the blood of Christ as proclaiming a “slaughterhouse religion.” They ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-22

Denomination: Baptist

Finding God Above Our Heads Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jun 1, 2017

What was God's real goal for Christmas? Philippians 2:9-11 makes clear that Jesus came so that all knees would bow and all tongues would confess in worship of the God of grace!!

Intro: How many know how many more shopping days till Christmas? Today there are 13 shopping days until Christmas. The goal for many for Christmas has become finding the perfect gift at the perfect price. But what was God’s goal for Christmas? What was the real purpose for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Apostle Of Love Addresses Sin

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 20, 2017

John was noted as being the Apostle of Love, and he wanted his church family to have a clear conscience, a sense of security, and an appreciation for their Savior. This meant straight talk about sin, forgiveness, and even apostasy.

The Apostle of Love Addresses Sin (I John 1:7-2:2, 2:18-20, 5:16-18) 1. Nobody knows us like the people who live with us. 2. Old man Morris had died. A wonderful funeral was in progress and the town’s Rabbi talked at length of the good traits of the deceased, what an honest man he was, how he ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Victory Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Nov 9, 2020

Final message in the sermon series of "Spiritual Warfare." Our faith in Jesus gives us the victory. Our call is clear, we are to overcome the world. All Bible references are from the NASB.

Over the last 4+ months, we have been examining this thing we call spiritual warfare. Whether we realize it or not, our everyday lives in engulfed in spiritual warfare. We have temptations we fight, struggles against evil, culture around us assault our Christian values. We look at this past ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:3-5, Hebrews 11:32-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Fellowship Of Believers

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 5, 2018

God is very clear that we are to have intimate fellowship with Him and we are to be in fellowship with each other. We need each others encouragement and accountability to journey the life the Lord has laid out for us.

The Fellowship of Believers Acts 2:42-44 Last week we looked at the workplace. Workplace- Where God has us to make a living and where God has us to minister. To understand that where God has us is strategic in kingdom building and you may be the only person to accomplish what is needed. We ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-44

Denomination: Nazarene