Sermons on Fortress Mentality:

"The Life-Changing Power Of Prayer”

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 30, 2024

Elijah provides a great example of how God uses prayer to change our lives.

It has been said about prayer that “Prayer doesn’t change God, it changes me.” Indeed, God uses prayer to teach us some things about ourselves to reveal things to us that can change our lives for the better. This is what God used prayer to do for Elijah. Through prayer, God changed Elijah from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of Misinterpreting Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 11, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore what this spirit is, why it's attacked in relationships, who's vulnerable to it, and how to avoid it.

In relationships, communication is key to building trust, understanding, and harmony. However, a subtle yet destructive force can creep in, causing misunderstandings, conflicts, and even breakups. This force is known as the spirit of misinterpreting. In this sermon, we'll explore what this ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-10, Matthew 7:1-2

The Spiritual Roots Of Schizophrenia And Insanity Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 10, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical teachings on the spiritual aspects of schizophrenia and insanity, and examine the implications for those who suffer from these conditions.

Schizophrenia and insanity are often viewed as purely mental or physical disorders, but the Bible reveals that they have spiritual roots. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical teachings on the spiritual aspects of schizophrenia and insanity, and examine the implications for those who suffer ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, 1 Peter 5:8

Change Your Thoughts And It Will Change You!

Contributed by Rev. Roberto D. Abella on Nov 9, 2004

Psychologists teach us that there are two mental laws that contribute heavily to our mental state of being. In other words, whether we’re happy or sad.

CHANGE your THOUGHTS and it will Change YOU! Romans 12:1-4 Psychologists teach us that there are two mental laws that contribute heavily to our mental state of being. In other words, whether we’re happy or sad. They are: 1: The Law of Concentration. 2: The Law of Substitution. The Law of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Godly Zip And You Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 13, 2011

A grouchy, closed-minded, stingy mentality works against you. A cheerful, open-minded, generous mentality will bring you many blessings in this life and in eternity.

Godly Zip and You (Proverbs 18:14-16) 1. Jean Paul, a Cajun, moved to Texas and bought a donkey from an old farmer for $100. The farmer agreed to deliver the donkey the next day. The next day the farmer drove up and said, “Sorry, but I got some bad news. The donkey died.” “Well then, just give me ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:14-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Battle Of The Home Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 11, 2013

The Battle of the Home begins with victory in the battle of the mind. However, there are further clear directions in scriptures to insure that the home is a fortress, not a battleground.

The Battle for the Home Ephesians 5:21-6:4 At the annual family-reunion picnic, a young bride led her husband over to an old woman busily crocheting in a rocker. "Granny," she said, touching the old woman's hand affectionately, "this is my new husband." The woman eyed him critically for a long ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Of Hosts Is With Me

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 14, 2016

To show that GOD, the LORD SHEBAOTH, the GOD OF WAR Himself is always with me and He is also my Refuge, Fortress and Protection.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you protected by the LORD? Yes. Externally He always attacks my enemies and brings me victories left and right, all I have to do is stand still and see Him win, and from within He is my Fortress and Refuge. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

What's Lost When Sin Is Committed

Contributed by Shad Comeaux on Sep 7, 2006

Helps us to understand the physical and mental consequences of sin.

Situations, circumstances, actions, and words sometime result in the lost of something. When you invest in a company that may not be doing so well; the result may be a lost of money. There may be days at work where you have several deadlines to meet, the school is on the line telling you that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Connection Between Faith And Depression

Contributed by Robert Glass on Apr 5, 2012

A examination of the relationship between Faith in God and Mental Depression.

Faith and Depression Robert A. Glass Scientists tell us that there are umpteen gazillion snowflakes that fall on the earth. And, each one of those snow flakes are different, yet all are made of snow. These are ALSO umpteen gazillion reasons for depression, and each reason can be radically ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Daily Walk

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jun 17, 2017

God is realigning our focus to a New Testament Mentality. Our mentality is weekly or monthly. Living for God as a fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ is a “DAILY” practice.

Our Daily Walk Lakewood Church of God | Speaker: Pastor Jonathan | 6-18-2017 ¥ God is realigning our focus to a New Testament Mentality. Our mentality is weekly or monthly. Living for God as a fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ is a “DAILY” practice. ¥ Why do we need to have a “Daily” walk ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:11, Matthew 26:55, Mark 14:49, Luke 19:47, Acts 2:46-47, Acts 5:42, Luke 11:1-13, Exodus 36:1-7, 2 Corinthians 4:8-12, 1 Peter 4:12-14, Hebrews 3:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

What Strong Families Have In Common Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 12, 2004

Is Your Family a Fortress or a Facade? Strong families have these 5 things in common... [COMMITMENT, COMMUNICATION, COMMUNION, COPING SKILLS, CONSECRATION]

Is Your Family a Fortress or a Façade? Josh. 24:15 Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html Here’s some things strong families have in common: 1. Strong sense of commitment Seems obvious, right? But over the last decade, I’ve ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Baptist

Ready For Jesus The Messiah (Advent / Christmas)

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Oct 18, 2000

Are we ready mentally and spiritually to celebrate Messiah’s arrival?

Ready For Jesus The Messiah (Advent / Christmas) (Luke 1:39-40) [HTML formatted version of this sermon is located at: http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/ready4jc.html] Luke 1:39-40 39 At that time Mary got ready and hurried to a town in the hill country of Judea, 40 where she entered ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Master Planned Community

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Jun 3, 2007

the Master plan--mission, method, mentality and message for reaching souls

Intro: today I would like to give some shocking news, Chicago is bigger than Wetumpka. But don’t feel bad, it is bigger than any place else in the United States, with the exception of New York City and Los Angeles. A thought came to me as we were riding through downtown Chicago, this place started ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:21-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Desktop Computer Christians Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 29, 2013

In part one of this series it compares a Christian's mentality to that of a desktop computer.

Desktop Computer Christians Part 1 Scriptures: Matt. 28:18-20; 2 Tim. 2:15; 1 Cor. 15:58 Introduction: I was traveling in Southeast Kansas this past week and while driving on a long stretch of road I began thinking about how Christians can be like a desktop computer – yeah I know its ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Memory Processing

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Dec 30, 2014

The founder of the Red Cross, Clara Barton was once reminded of an injustice and hurt done to her. Clara said she didn't remember it, the friend insisted and gave a few more details to which Clara said: "I distinctly remember deciding to forget that."

Memory Processing PPT 1 Open PPT 2 Message title Previously I have preached: My eye affects my heart from Lamentations 3:51. In that passage Jeremiah is crying because of what he sees happening to the young girls of his nation in a time of judgment. What his eyes saw brought great sadness to his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal