Sermons on Empires Of The Mind:

Revival (Section 5) Hindrances To Revivals (From Charles Finney’s Lectures) Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 28, 2019

It has always been the case, whenever any of the servants of God do anything in His cause, and there appears to be a probability that they will succeed, that Satan by his agents regularly attempts to divert their minds and nullify their labors.

Revival (Section 5) HINDRANCES TO REVIVALS (From Charles Finney’s Lectures) Nehemiah 6: 3 I am doing a great work, so that I cannot come down: why should the work cease, whilst I leave it, and come down to you? Nehemiah had journeyed from Babylon to rebuild the temple wall. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:3, 2 Corinthians 2:15, 2 Timothy 2:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Seven Sons Of Sceva Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 11, 2017

If we desire to have a part in the great work of salvation, every pursuit and pleasure—which hinders the effect of the gospel upon the mind, or loosens its hold upon the heart—must be given up.

July 31, 2015 By: Tom Lowe Acts of the Apostles Title: Seven Sons of Sceva (Acts 19:13-17) Acts 19:13-17 (KJV) 13 Some ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Alike Christ Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 3, 2019

What is the expectation of God from his followers. He calls them as adopted children. Simply Paul Says to be confirmed to the ‘Son of God’ in our attitude, in our mind, in our emotions and actions.

Text: Romans 8:28-30 Theme “Be confirmed to the image of His Son”. Introduction: What is the expectation of God from his followers. He calls them as adopted children. Simply Paul Says to be confirmed to the ‘Son of God’ in our attitude, in our mind, in our emotions and actions. Attitude: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-30

Denomination: Methodist

God's Call For Justice

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Jun 20, 2019

To be faithful to our God we must be concerned with much more than our own peace of mind or personal holiness. God calls us to care about others and the treatment they get in society.

The Gospel According to Isaiah, Part 4: God’s Call for Justice Isaiah 1:16-26 March 18, 2012 Rev. Stephen Aram Probably most of us have heard people speaking about their faith as a very private thing, something you feel in your heart, something you don’t talk about. Sometimes you hear ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:16-26

The Wounds Of Christ Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 17, 2015

I would propose to you that Jesus means for the Communion service to be a lot more than just a religious observance, but to keep fresh in our minds the act of sacrificial love He has for us.

Title: The Wounds of Christ Theme: Remembering His Cost was Our Gain Introduction: When I first got started in the Arabian Horse business, my parents and I attended a special coronation celebration for a beautiful Arabian Stallion. On a Saturday night, in Lincoln, Nebraska we sat in a large ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:28-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pain And Suffering?

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 25, 2015

Satan uses pain to make people doubt God’s goodness. He wants to inject doubt into our minds until we distrust the character and behavior of our heavenly Father.

25 January 2006 Title: Pain and Suffering? Scripture Reading: Job 1:13-22 This evening I am going to talk about pain and suffering and how to face trouble, because from the cradle to the cemetery, we spend much of our existence trying to avoid pain and stay out of trouble. The longer we ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

#2 Thief- People. (Chapter 2)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Feb 1, 2020

The Apostle Paul points out the thieves, which would rob us of our joy, and then he shows the attitudes or mind-set we must have in order to slay these "thieves."

#2 THIEF- PEOPLE. (CHAPTER 2) Feb. 2, 2020 Philippians 2:4-Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others. The Apostle Paul points out the thieves, which would rob us of our joy, and then ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:4

Denomination: Baptist

As A Man Thinketh In His Heart Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 2, 2020

Romans tells me the way to know God's Will for my life is to be "transformed by the renewal of your mind." What does that mean, and how can we accomplish it?

Have you ever received a “sweepstakes” offer in the mail? For years magazine companies like Reader’s Digest, Good Housekeeping and Publishers Clearing House have sent out mailings offering a sweepstakes where a lucky winner could win substantial prizes if they’d just send in the paperwork. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Complete Salvation – The Secure Promise Of God

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on May 30, 2020

What a person believes about God is the most important thing contained in their mind. It affects everything about them. Specifically, what they believe about God shapes them spiritually, emotionally, and physically.

Far too many people feel God is remote, impersonal, and unknowable. Because of that, many Born-Again Christians suffer from an inability to feel forgiven, and live with nagging doubts and fear about their relationship with God. Failure to love and trust God often comes from picturing Him as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:38-39, Ephesians 1:13, Revelation 12:11, 1 Corinthians 10:13, John 11:26, Psalm 119:165, 1 Thessalonians 3:12-13, Philippians 2:12-13, Romans 8:28-31, Ephesians 2:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"god Told Me!" Really?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 24, 2022

God's Word, the Bible, is a perfect revelation of the mind and the will of God. We sin against Him when we attempt to usurp His place by trying to put words in His mouth.

“You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain, for the LORD will not hold him guiltless who takes his name in vain.” If you have been a follower of Christ for more than a few months, you have almost assuredly heard some dear soul assert, “God told me…” This assertion was possibly ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

Salt And Light Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 2, 2022

We are to act as a preservative, preventing the world from going bad. We should have a positive influence on those around us. Furthermore, that is most likely what Jesus had in mind here.

Salt, Light, and Law in the Sermon on the Mount Matthew 5:13-16, NIV 13 "You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot. 14 "You are the light of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Behold, What Manner Of Love! - Part 4

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Sep 17, 2020

Last time we learned that the book of 1 John was written with a single purpose in mind. John tells us that he wrote this book so that you might have assurance of your salvation.

Last time we learned that the book of 1 John was written with a single purpose in mind. John tells us that he wrote this book so that you might have assurance of your salvation. He writes in chapter five verse 13, “I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Overcoming Bad Habits Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 11, 2025

Overcoming bad habits is not an easy task, but with God’s help, it is possible. We must renew our minds, rely on the Holy Spirit, take responsibility for our actions, and remain patient in the process.

OVERCOMING BAD HABITS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 12:2 "And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God." Supporting Texts: Ephesians 4:22-24, 1 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Love Casts Out All Fear

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 23, 2020

As believers abandon this world and seek after God's perfect love, they will find that they have nothing to fear. God's unconditional love grants us peace of heart and mind.

I BELIEVE THAT WE HAVE MANAGED TO REACH A SHAMEFUL MILESTONE IN THE UNITED STATES. WE HAVE BECOME “PHOBIA” CRAZY AND HAVE DECLARED “PHOBI-WARFARE” WHEN SOMEONE SAYS SOMETHING THAT APPARENTLY OFFENDS US! WHEN WE DECLARE SUCH “OFFENSE,” WE STAGE OUR OVER-DRAMATIC, THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE TO LET ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-18, John 14:27, John 13:34-35, James 4:7-8, 1 John 3:1, Philippians 3:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Love Reigns Over Our Present Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

God's love and mercy, demonstrated through Jesus Christ, calls us to reject worldly patterns and renew our minds, becoming living sacrifices to discover and fulfill God's will in our present lives.

Welcome, Church. We are so glad you have chosen to worship with us today. We believe God has you here for a reason, and we pray that you experience him in a fresh and new way today. We are in the middle of a sermon series called “Love Reigns”. We began on Easter, when we discovered that though ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Topics: Living Sacrifices, God's Mercy, Worldly Patterns

Sermon Series: Love Reigns