Sermons on Dirty Mind:

This Life...that Life

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Aug 3, 2010

We can live the new life in Christ by continually working at three changes: in our thinking (our minds), in our doing (our bodies), and in our being (our spirit).

THAT LIFE...THIS LIFE August 1, 2010 Colossians 3:1-17 (NRSV) 1 So if you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. 2 Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth, 3 for you have died, and your ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Thinking God's Thoughts

Contributed by Chris Surber on Jul 8, 2009

We will see victory in the Christian life to the extent that we embrace God’s thoughts and abandon worldly patterns of thought.

Thinking God’s Thoughts, Romans 12:1-2; Ephesians 4:17-20 Introduction In the Christian life there is perhaps no other doctrine which is more directly applicable or important than that of the renewal of the mind. Indeed, is it not the continual and ongoing process of the changing of the thought ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian Church

Repentance Matthew 4:17

Contributed by Todd Stacey on Nov 21, 2009

Repentance is the starting point

Matthew 4: 17 from that time on Jesus began to preach, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.” (TNIV) Repentance is the first step to having the kingdom of God to enter our lives. What is repentance? Repentance is the profound change of mind involving the changing of the direction of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

“what Do You Need From God?”

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Jan 15, 2010

Often we reach the place where satan says, "Give up!" But this Dad and Woman believed...and Jesus came on the scene and touched by His Power!

“What do YOU NEED from GOD?” Mark 5:25-29 This is where it is finally won or lost, any doctor will tell you, “within.” How many times the words “hang on” have been used! Illust: When the French surrendered to General Giap and the Vietnamese at Dien Phen ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Power Of Unity

Contributed by Pastor E. Jolly Erhunwmunse on Mar 11, 2011

Beloved do you know that this togetherness was bound with unity and love that is why the Father promise comes down. And every man and woman in that place experience the gift because of their unity, despite they came from different background and family, b

Beloved today we thank God for the grace given to us to hear from Him again. Today’s message is very important to every irrespective of where you find yourself. Everybody is life want to experience growth, progress, peace and unity but not everybody are willing to pay the prize ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Psychological Warfare Of Todays Christian Series

Contributed by John Putty on Mar 19, 2011

How to make your mind a temple of the Holy Spirit and overcome mental attacks from satan or personal negative thoughts.

The Psychological Warfare of Today's Christian! Ephesians 6:10: Finally, my brothers, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Ephesians 6:11: Put on the whole armor of God so that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Ephesians 6:12: For we do not wrestle against ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

You Can Do It, No I Can’t, "Yes You Can"

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on May 9, 2011

Its not by our own doing, but the power we receive through the gift Jesus Christ that enables us to do far more than we could ever see ourselves capable of. If God be your partner, Make Your Plans LARGE!! Hallelujah, Glory to God forever!!

“You can do it,” No I Can’t, YES YOU CAN!! How many of us ever live our lives to full potential, how many even step out of our comfort zone once in a while. So many people in general and not just Christians never think outside the box, They get cozy in life with their daily and weekly routines, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

World Religions - 3 Buddhism

Contributed by Chris Surber on Nov 20, 2008

In Buddhism enlightenment is achieved through pouring one’s self out. In Christ, grace has been poured out unto us!

What About Buddhism? Titus 3:1-7 Introduction Frederick Buechner, in his book Now and Then, has a section on his comparison of the teachings of Buddha and of Jesus Christ, a topic he wrestled with when he was teaching at Phillips Exeter Academy: “Finally, lest students of comparative religion be ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-7

Denomination: Christian Church

Prepare For Action Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Apr 7, 2009

Our actions need to be controlled, not hap-hazard, wheel spinning, I don’t care what happens to others, get out of my way actions, but controlled, focussed, intentional, Spirit-lead actions that we take responsibility for.

Prepare for Action! 1 Peter 1:13-25 Be prepared…how often do we hear that these days. Be prepared…in case of an earthquake, have your 72-hour emergency supplies prepared in advance. Be prepared…in case you get into an accident, make sure you have on clean underwear (Bill Cosby, Himself). Be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Helmet Of Salvation

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on Jun 26, 2009

This is the the 6th sermon in the series on Spiritual Warfare. This morning we look at the Helmet of Salvation which is the 5th piece of defensive armor mentioned by Paul in Ephesians chapter 6.

Sermon Notes: June 28, 2007 Sermon # 06: The Helmet of Salvation Scripture Ref: Ephesians 6:10-18 Ephesians 6:10-18 ‘Therefore my beloved brethern, be ye strong in the LORD & in the power of HIS might. Put on the whole armor of GOD that you may be able to stand against the wiles ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Just Believe Series

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jun 11, 2011

We just need to believe in what we ask for, because of who we are asking!

James 1-5-8-If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea driven and tossed by the wind. For let not that man suppose that he ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Perfect Peace

Contributed by John Mccormack on May 9, 2014

TROUBLE IS COMMON TO MAN.

PERFECT PEACE OBSERVATION: TROUBLE IS NOT UNUSUAL TO MAN. THIS STUDY ADDRESSES HOW TO DEAL WITH TROUBLESOME ISSUES. SPIRITUAL INSIGHT: ISAIAH 26:3 (NKJV) YOU WILL KEEP HIM IN PERFECT PEACE, WHOSE MIND IS STAYED ON YOU, BECAUSE HE TRUSTS IN YOU. ISAIAH 26: 3 (THE BOOK) YOU WILL KEEP IN ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3

Denomination: Baptist

Fruit Of The Spirit Teaching Series Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on May 12, 2014

This is an in depth study of the characteristic of the fruit of the Spirit of JOY.

Fruit of the Spirit—JOY (3 lessons) Series: Fruit of the Spirit Teaching Series Chuck Sligh February 2, 9, 16; March 16, 23; April 6, 13, 2014 (Note to readers: This study borrows from sources I no longer have or remember who they were. If you know to whom I can attribute some of the ideas ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Money Mindset

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Apr 13, 2013

Money was designed to be our servant, never our master. It is your mind-set that determines whether you will be rich or poor.

The Money Mind-Set MONEY HAS PURPOSE There are so many Christians today who struggle with a belief that it is not possible to be both rich and spiritual. Somehow we tend to create a separation between financial abundance and spiritual growth. Nobody is created poor. As a matter of fact, God is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:23

Denomination: Charismatic

The Poverty Mindset

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Apr 13, 2013

One false concept is that poverty has some mysterious refining qualities. Some believe that it is spiritual to be poor. That is not the way God lives and neither does He want us to live that way. Just look how He blessed Abraham. The Bible teaches us that

THE POVERTY MIND-SET Simply put, being poor is not having enough food, clothing, and shelter for your family. It is an urgent unmet need for more money and material possessions. Being poor can also be described as being without a dream that will take you out of poverty. One false concept is that ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:11

Denomination: Charismatic