Sermons on Elastic Thinking:

This Self-Induced Curse Of Want.

Contributed by Robert Laymance on Dec 15, 2000

If you think on your wants’ long enough, they will become a Need!

The Bible says the eyes of man are never satisfied. This curse of want is never being satisfied with the Lord’s blessings. If our relationship with Him is true, then our hearts will reflect this in our words. 1. Cursed because We have TURNED FROM THE LORD! ( Deut.30:17 ) a. Turned from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:5-13, Deuteronomy 28:15-48

Denomination: Baptist

When Life Is Boring

Contributed by Lauro C Hernandez on Sep 27, 2002

What to do when you think that your life is boring.

WHEN LIFE IS BORING (2 Samuel 11:1-4) Intro: Boring-A tiresome person, when interest is lost. Making believe the other person is exciting, when he isn’t. I. WHAT IS THE SIGNIFICANCE OF LIFE? A. We have been created in the image of God 1) Gn. 1:27”So God created man in his own image, in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Get Smart Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Feb 3, 2004

We think differently (as least we are supposed to...)

GET SMART I Corinthians 2:6-16 S: Holy Spirit Th: Live the Difference Pr: WE THINK DIFFERENTLY (OR AT LEAST, WE ARE SUPPOSED TO…) ?: Why? Why do we think differently? KW: Reasons TS: We will find in our study of I Corinthians 2:6-16 three reasons why we, as Christians, think differently. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:6-16

Denomination: Baptist

Shalom Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 14, 2001

GOD’S FAVOR DEPENDS ON THINKING RIGHT AND ACTING RIGHT

BIG IDEA: GOD’S FAVOR DEPENDS ON THINKING RIGHT AND ACTING RIGHT "Finally brethren" I. WE ALL WANT GOD’S FAVOR IN OUR LIVES "the God of Peace shall be with you" cf. OT concept of God being with someone and blessing all of their endeavors and protecting them Barclay: "To Paul, God is the God of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Generosity Of God

Contributed by Chris Oswald on Dec 6, 2001

Thinking of God’s generosity as a fundamental expression of His character.

The Giving Nature of the Godhead: We look at faithful men and women who have been transformed by the master…The great cloud of witnesses all testify the same account—God is faithful. So the real person we model is Jesus Christ. “I am not commanding you but I want to test the sincerity of your ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

"How To Run From God”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on May 5, 2003

A sermon for those who are running or thinking of running from God.

Have you ever heard a sermon on how to run from God? Most of the sermons we hear are why you shouldn’t run from God, or how to get close to God. But I believe this is a topic that most of us can relate to. How many of you as children ever wanted to run away from home? I remember when I was ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Satisfaction In Life And How It's Tied To Teamwork Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Nov 12, 2007

How to adapt my thinking in order to enjoy working with others.

Together we make a difference. That’s what we’ve been focusing on these last several weeks. Say “Together we make a difference” with me. That’s the series we’re in. And it’s so critical to a worthwhile life. To be a part of the teams that God designed me to be a part of is one of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Accepting The Different Part 5 Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Oct 15, 2008

To accept one another, we are to think of God’s judgment.

Someone wrote, “Everyone has the fingerprint of God on his or her soul. God has created each person, knows him or her inside out. God has created each person and has plans and dreams for each one. God has created each person and so each one has incredible value. When we realize this, it changes how ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Questions For God: Do You Ever Change Your Mind? Series

Contributed by Ben Mandrell on Aug 1, 2008

Do you think God ever changes His mind?

Note: This is the sermon manuscript that Ben carried into the pulpit. Feel free to use it in any way to advance the kingdom of God. Questions For God: Do You Ever Change Your Mind? Exodus 32:7-14 Englewood Baptist Church Sunday Morning, July 27, 2008 I am beginning a new series of messages ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

I Remember The Day

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Nov 6, 2009

Think back to days of your life that have a special meaning.

I REMEMBER THE DAY There are four great days in the life of a Christian. (1) The day of our Salvation. Luke 19: 9And Jesus said unto him, This day is salvation come to this house, forsomuch as he also is a son of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:10

Denomination: Baptist

What's So Amazing About Grace?

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Jun 10, 2008

Never think you are beyond the reaches of the love of God for you.

Cornerstone Church 02/18/2007 WHAT’S SO AMAZING ABOUT GRACE? The Prodigal Son: Luke 15:11-31 Jesus has been drawing a crowd with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-31

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Old Time Religion Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jul 18, 2010

The old time religion is real--and not what you think

The Old Time Religion James 1:26-27 * (The Song – Old Time Religion) Singing this song evokes emotional memories of days past. Candidly, most of us affectionately remember ‘The Old Time Religion’ but we have difficulty authentically remembering ‘The Old Time Religion.’ The things we remember are ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27, James 1:23-27

Denomination: Baptist

Are You A Real Christian? Part 2 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 6, 2008

To get us thinking about what it means to be a real Christian

Are you a REAL Christian? Title: Are you a REAL Christian? Lesson Aim: To get us thinking about what it means to be a Real Christian. Introduction: 1. I had a friend, who, when he would travel, would ask the person sitting next to him on the plane if they were a Christian. If ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:8

Denomination: Mennonite

Are You A Real Christian? Part 1 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 6, 2008

To get us thinking about what it means to be a real Christian

Are you a REAL Christian? Part 2 Title: Are you a REAL Christian? Part 2 Lesson Aim: To get us thinking about what it means to be a REAL Christian Introduction: 1. Jesus asked a sobering question? "…When the Son of man cometh, shall he find faith on the earth?" (Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:8

Denomination: Mennonite

Jesus' Anointing: The Anointing

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 27, 2006

This is how we are to operate: To please Jesus – whatever others think

Mark 14:1-10 Betrayal – Sensitive Hearts – Indignation. In the Gospel of Mark we find this curious incident of the anointing of Jesus sandwiched in the middle of two sections on those who have a need to get rid of Jesus. What we see is a great contrast here between those, probably don’t fully ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational