Sermons on distracted mind:

Preparing Our Heart And Mind (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 4, 2017

The struggles we face as we journey with the Lord are varied and many. None are more difficult that the battles that rage within our minds. If we are to overcome, we must approach this battle from a biblical approach. (A continuation of previous study)

Preparing our Heart and Mind (Part 2) Philippians 4: 4-9 We began to consider these powerful verses in our last study, and I hope to conclude them today. Paul was well aware of the various struggles the church faced. Society presented particular challenges and there were disagreements and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Mind Your Language! (The King's Speech) Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 30, 2016

What we say reflects what is inside. What we say also affects what is inside.When we are careless with our words we grieve God. We also transform ourselves. When we are careful about our words we please God, and are transformed to reflect Him better

Ephesians 4:29 Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. 30 And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Mind Your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-30

Denomination: *other

Who Has Custody Of Your Mind And Words?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 9, 2018

We face a great danger in allowing negativism to take custody and permanent residence in our words and minds. Have we gown accustom to cynical and negative thought patterns? Can we change?

NEGATIVISM TAKES CUSTODY OF THE MIND? We must arise and IDENTIFY this CYNIC problem and keep it from taking CUSTODY and PERMANENT RESIDENCE in our heart and mind. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Life has a way that you will find that you are ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Master Your Mind- Part- 1

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Mar 19, 2018

Be careful how you think; your life is shaped by your thoughts.

“Guard your heart with all diligence, for out of it is the wellspring of life.” (Proverbs 4:23) Your mind is the most powerful tool you have for the creation of good in your life, but if not used correctly, can also be the most destructive force in your life. Your mind, more specifically, your ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23-27, Psalm 119:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Has Quitting Ever Crossed Your Mind?

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 2, 2020

Sometimes people feel like giving up.

JEREMIAH 20:7-9 “HAS QUITTING EVER CROSSED YOUR MIND?” A) Jeremiah, like many other men who have been tested by suffering, failed God, and then laid blame on the Almighty for his insults and bodily sufferings. * He was being persecuted and mocked by the multitudes. B) God had told him in ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

"learning To Renew Your Mind" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 3, 2020

The cross, especially in the day of Jesus, stood for persecution; it stood for suffering; it stood for death. So anyone who elected to follow Christ-they knew what they were getting into. If anyone would come after me you must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.

DISCIPLESHIP 101 “Learning to Renew your Mind” Romans 12:1-2 We continue today in our series titled discipleship 101. Four weeks ago when we started this series I read a verse from Luke chapter 9 Jesus was speaking to anyone who might choose to follow him and these are the words that he spoke... ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

How To Live With Your Mind Made Up

Contributed by Grant Adams on Apr 6, 2020

At times, I wish more of the decisions of life were like the decision we made at salvation. A one-time thing. But it seems every day we are called on to make decisions, we just made the day before.

1. Jesus was confronted with indecision His entire life. a. Not personally, but with and in His ministry b. He was continually giving people a choice c. John 6:60,61, 64-69 d. Matthew 10:32 2. Decisions were not strange to Paul a. Paul chose to serve Jesus b. He could have gloried in the flesh, but ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:15, Joel 3:14

Denomination: Baptist

"guarding Our Hearts And Minds"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 30, 2020

The secret to peace.

“Guarding our Hearts and Minds” Philippians 4:4-9 Recently, I got an email from a friend living in another state. She writes: “Everything feels uncertain. My mind often jumps to worst-case scenarios. I have no control over this pandemic… …No control over who visits my parents… …No ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: United Methodist

Positive Mind Towards God’s Work

Contributed by Olusegun Ayobami Sanni on Jan 6, 2020

We are all created into this world for a definite purpose, we are not just here on earth to fulfill our personal interest and purpose as this has become the attitude and character of us all.

We are all created into this world for a definite purpose, we are not just here on earth to fulfil our personal interest and purpose as this has become the attitude and character of us all. Although, there are some people that are still committed to the work of God today, but with what mind are ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Only Idiots Throw Stones, Blinded Minds

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 21, 2019

There are 18 Shimei's in the Bible. Shimei son of Gera has a great lesson to share. BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU THROW STONES... BLIND EYES ARE SAD, BUT BLINDED MINDS ARE TERRIBLE. Look up: Part #2 The consequences of throwing stones.

ONLY IDIOTS THROW STONES, BLINDED MINDS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: John 8:7 So when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them, He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her. I love Bible study. I love to study book ...read more

Scripture: John 8:7, 1 Samuel 16:6-12, 2 Samuel 16:5-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Have You Made Your Mind Up ?

Contributed by Travis Leib on Apr 21, 2019

A rumor of a risen savior, and an empty tomb was not enough to convince.

Recently, the news has been captivated with the burning of the Notre Dame Cathedral. There are thousands that are grieving the loss of many artifacts and history telling items. The cathedral was a celebrated icon, for what it contained inside, which is now lost. The greatest medieval cathedral ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: Holiness

[#25] An Exhortation For Them To Have The Same Mind Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 12, 2019

This passage demonstrates the simple but often neglected principle that we should not expect every believer to be fully mature.

Date: 2/25/19 Lesson # 25 Title: An Exhortation for Them to Have the Same Mind • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” are shown as endnotes. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Scripture: Philippians 3:15-17 (NIV) 15 All of us, then, who are mature should take such a view of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Carnal Mind Has Declared War With God.

Contributed by David Goering on Aug 12, 2018

The carnal mind is vile and wicked and is at enmity with God and unless sinners come to Christ there is no hope for them.

SCRIPTURE: Romans 8:7 "Because the carnal mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be." PROPOSITION: to use this text and others to show that the carnal mind is vile and wicked and because of this it is at enmity with a God of infinite truth and ...read more

The Mind Of Christ- Grace, A Christmas Season Message

Contributed by Ken Henson on Dec 8, 2018

Don't Grumble, be Grateful! have the Attitude (mind) of Christ, who went to the Cross so we could have joy-Elation G-R-A-C-E

The Mind of Christ GRACE I’d like to begin with a question: Why did God make us? Before we address that question, allow me to recommend some classic books on the subject we’re about to examine, Some books about Grace: All of Grace Charles Spurgeon The Cost of Discipleship Dietrich ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: *other

"Change Your Life By Managing Your Mind" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 30, 2014

God calls us to allow Him to transform us my learning how to manage our mind.

"Don't copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God's will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect. " - Romans 12:2 (NLT) We've looked at physical health and we've looked at spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Baptist