Sermons on Controlling Your Mind:

Your Direction Determines Your Destination Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Nov 16, 2021

Taken from the Sermon Central Series and heavily edited, Pastor John teaches that the spiritual direction you are facing is what will determine your destination

Your Direction Determines Destination The Path Series CCCAG October 3, 2021 Scripture- Proverbs 7:7-27 We’re starting a new series called, “The Path.” It’s a study on the book of Proverbs. Why proverbs? To explain why I chose to do a quick series on the book of Proverbs, let me tell you some ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When God Takes Over The Battle Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 17, 2025

When you truly hand over your battle to God, He takes full responsibility for the outcome. Hezekiah’s decision to pray, not panic, changed the course of history.

WHEN GOD TAKES OVER THE BATTLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 19:14-37 Supporting Texts: Exodus 14:14; Psalm 46:10-11; 2 Chronicles 20:15-22; Isaiah 37:14-36; Romans 8:31 INTRODUCTION: King Hezekiah of Judah was facing a national crisis. The mighty Assyrian king, Sennacherib, had ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 19:14-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Self-Esteem Or God Esteem - Lesson 4 - How To Find Your True Image In Jesus Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 10, 2020

A. Personal Identity B. Indwelling Of Jesus C. Jesus Is Our Life D. Putting On Jesus E. Walking In The Spirit F. Identifying The Old Man (sin-nature) G. Setting Your Mind And looking To Jesus H. We are Dead! I. Beginning In The Mind J. Positive Thinking – Right Or Wrong? K. Rejoice In The Lord

The Christian life begins with a recognition of who we are in Jesus. Speak the following confession out loud so that you can hear yourself declaring what God has said is true. You are not declaring these things to make them happen. God says that they have already happened! This is God's answer ...read more

Scripture: John 15:4, Colossians 1:27, Ephesians 1:3, 1 Corinthians 1:30, Colossians 2:2-10, John 14:6, John 1:4, Ephesians 5:18-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is Your All On The Altar Of Sacrifice Laid? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 17, 2021

If God hated human sacrifice, why would He ask Abraham to offer his only son as a burnt offering to Him? And what can this story mean to us?

CHILDREN'S STORY (I used a flannel graph display on the overhead) In the days of Abraham, one of the ways people showed their love for God by offering Him a sacrifice. A sacrifice is like a gift. It’s something you give to God to show Him you are willing to obey Him, even when it costs you ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Personality PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 15, 2024

This sermon explores our divine mandate to love God with our entire being, reflecting on our unique personalities, purposeful placement, and perseverance through His power.

Welcome, dear friends. It is a blessing to gather together in this sacred space, united in our shared love for our Creator, and our shared desire to understand His will for us. We are all here, each with our own unique blend of strengths, weaknesses, hopes, and fears. Yet, we are all part of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30

Topics: God's Shaping

Let Your Conscience Be Your Guide Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 11, 2006

If you could spend your entire life listening to and obeying your God-given conscience, you could live a perfect life. But the Bible says we have ALL sinned and we fall short of the glory of God. All of us end up with a messed-up conscience.

INTRODUCTION This is the penultimate message in this series on spurious Bible verses. Next week, we’ll consider the final adage, “To Thine Own Self Be True.” I encourage you to investigate this week and see if you can find the true source of that saying. A helicopter pilot flying over Seattle got ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:15-16, Romans 2:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

"Then They Came"

Contributed by Chris Carter on Jan 26, 2010

Things that control us, by the power of Christ, we can control.

“Then They Came” Mark 2:1-12 - The Bible is full of real and imperfect people. Noah was a drunk; Abraham was too old and a liar; Sarah laughed at God’s promises; Isaac was a daydreamer; Jacob was a liar; Leah was ugly. Joseph was abused; Moses had a stuttering problem and a short fuse; Miriam was a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Some Snapshots At The Temple

Contributed by Steven Glover on Dec 13, 2003

The events surrounding the story of the lame man.

Title: “Some Snapshots At The Temple” Text: Acts 3:1-10 Introduction: In our message we would like to consider that we are viewing some snapshots that someone has taken while touring the city of Jerusalem. Upon their tour they happen upon a very gorgeous place. It is the temple, and it is buzzing ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

In Your Face ... Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jan 30, 2019

Christians have the external world, the internal flesh, and the infernal Devil to deal with every day. If you have been a Christian for any length of time, then the Tempter is no stranger to you.

How do seeds give birth? Seeds. Seeds are baby plants. One of Jesus’ most well-known parables is the parable about the Sower. Jesus describes God as a farmer who liberally sows seeds. He casts seeds where other farmers wouldn’t waste their time and seed … pathways, rocky places, weed patches. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-15, Matthew 13:24-29

Denomination: United Methodist

How To Align Your Soul With The Spirit: Discerning God's Voice From Your Inner Voice Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 24, 2024

Have you ever had an experience where you knew that God was telling you to do something? But part of you resists the leading of God. And you ask yourself, “Did God really say that? Or am I just making that up in my own mind?”

I remember early on as a Christian I had a dream. I had listening to different ministries and churches and I was just learning the faith. I remember having a dream one night that I was at this church, big, with many people. But it all felt dead, empty, and I left the building. Outside the building ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7, Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Salvation Army

Love Your Enemies

Contributed by Keith Broyles on Oct 7, 2014

Provide love to your enemy. When you do you are taking the old unacceptable relationship and making it new.

The following was purportedly posted on the Craigslist personals: I am writing to the guy who tried to mug me in downtown Savannah night before last at 1:43 a.m. I was the guy wearing the black Burberry jacket that you demanded I hand over, shortly after you pulled the knife on me and my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Methodist

Peace With God

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 16, 2012

Five Steps to Peace With God 1. Change Your Attitude 2. Change Your Focus 3. Change Your Diet 4. Change Your Worship 5. Change Your Habits

It took 10 days to get a message to Europe delivered by ship . When the great Atlantic Telegraph Cable was laid it just took moments, the first message flashed Aug 16/1858 "Glory to God in the highest; on earth, peace and good will toward men." (14 words, 69 letters – Twitter allows 140 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Into Your Hands

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 16, 2004

This is full text, albeit short. This was part of a Good Friday service covering the sayings of Jesus on the cross.

She was perched on the couch. “Catch me, daddy!” She leaped into my arms. Man, was I scared. My daughter demonstrated faith and trust in me as her dad. She just knew I would catch her. I wasn’t so sure. She has known from very early that I love her and that I have her best interest in mind. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:43-46

Denomination: Wesleyan

Your Not Welcome

Contributed by Jim Mccutchen on Oct 10, 2010

One Sunday morning, Satan happened to be standing outside of a large Church. Inside, the people were singing, praying, and listening to a sermon. Someone passed by on the sidewalk and noticed Satan standing on the steps of the church. The passerby asked S

YOUR NOT WELCOME! We all face moments of temptation: I heard about a 4-year old girl was caught by her Mom standing on a stool in the kitchen eating cookies. Her Mom had told her that she was not to be eating those cookies until after dinner. When caught red-handed and confronted by her Mom, she ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:14

Denomination: Christian Church

It's Yours PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 10, 2023

Explores the power of prayer, encouraging persistence in prayer and trust in God's promises.

Friends, brothers and sisters, we gather here today under the banner of faith, united by the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. We come to this sacred space from all walks of life, carrying the burdens of our hearts, the joys of our souls, and the questions of our minds. We come seeking comfort, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-11

Topics: Prayer, Works