Sermons on Heavenly Mindset:

Mindset: Controlling Anger Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 21, 2022

Using the story of Cain and Able this message deals with what happens when we have a mindset of anger.

Introduction Opening Illustration “Keep a sharp eye out for weeds of bitter discontent. A thistle or two gone to seed can ruin a whole garden in no time.” -Hebrews 12: 15 Max Lucado begins Chapter 11 (“Revenge Feels Good, But Then . . .”) of You’ll Get Through This with the story of businessman ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-10, James 1:19

Denomination: Church Of God

Mindset For A Ministry Of Love Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Mar 3, 2023

Pride & prejudice ruled in the Church at Corinth. Church members were using the wrong standards and motivated by pride in their relationships ot church leaders. What is the proper attitude toward spiritual leaders?

Most of you are likely familiar with the novel Pride and Prejudice and the movie that resulted from it. I don't know much about it other than that has been on my TV more than any other single movie; it's my wife's favorite movie and it probably qualifies as a chick flick. I believe ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-7, 1 Timothy 3:2-7, 2 Timothy 2:15, 2 Corinthians 10:1, 2 Corinthians 10:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Bible Church

Heavenly Minded Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 16, 2025

Why would the angels prompt the followers of Jesus to stop watching the sky for Jesus? Was it wrong for them to want Jesus to return? Or is there something else we need to see here?

Years ago, a famous Supreme Court Justice named Oliver Wendall Holmes said: “Some people are so heavenly minded, that they are no earthly good.” Now, I’m not exactly sure why he said that, but it has been true in the past. ILLUS: In 1823, there was a Baptist minister by the name of William ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Heavenly And The Earthly.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Aug 3, 2001

Year C NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENECOST (PROPER 13) AUGUST 5, 2001 Colossians 3: 1-11 Title: “The Heavenly and the earthly.”

Year C NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENECOST (PROPER 13) AUGUST 5, 2001 Colossians 3: 1-11 Title: “The Heavenly and the earthly.” The first two chapters of this letter focused on the person of Christ. It is Paul’s belief that if we get Christ right we get everything else right. The second half of the letter ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Heavenly Hope

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Aug 28, 2002

Titus 1:2

HEAVENLY HOPE TITUS 1:2 There once was a preacher who was at a dinner and was asked to get up and give a short 10 min talk. Well we all the dangers involved in asking a preacher to get to give a short talk. Anyway, after the 20 min had expired the preacher just kept on talking. After 35 min. ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:2, Titus 1:1-2

Denomination: Bible Church

Heavenly Worship Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 14, 2002

This is the 21st sermon in the series "The End". This sermon looks at the activities found in Heaven in Revelation 15.

Sunday Evening September 15, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: ¡§The End¡¨ [#21] HEAVENLY WORSHIP Revelation 15 Introduction: 1. It is not easy to serve the Lord in today¡¦s world, but for those who are saved during the Tribulation it will even harder. 2. Many Tribulation Saints ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 15:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Heavenly Mindedness

Contributed by Eddie Robinson on Jan 2, 2001

You soul has already been saved, try to keep your mind focused on a heavenly mentality, and it is easier to handle life.

Colossians Chapter 3:1-4 1 If ye then be risen in Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. 2 Set your affection on things above, not on things on earth. 3 For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God. 4 When Christ, who is our life, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Heavenly Relationships

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 31, 2001

Heaven is going to be an extension of the relationship that is already started on earth.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. I’ve decided to preach on the subject of heaven today. And I hope that it leaves you with a feeling about what God has done for us, & what we have to look forward to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Heavenly Homecoming

Contributed by Johnny Hudson on Oct 18, 2000

I. Our attitudes concerning this homecoming? (vs.

I. Our attitudes concerning this homecoming? (vs. 1) John 14:27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.  John 16:22 And ye now therefore have sorrow: but I will see you again, and your ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Heavenly Wisdom Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 11, 2001

We need to accept God’s wisdom and reject worldly wisdom.

First Baptist Church October 7, 2001 James 3:13-18 Have you ever met people who were absolute geniuses? They seem to know everything. If they were ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

"Heavenly Treasures"

Contributed by J. Curtis Goforth, O.s.l. on Jan 5, 2005

This sermon challenges the attitudes of most congregations in America towards material possessions in the light of the parable of the rich fool.

Sermon on Luke 12.13-21 Preached at Christ Boulevard United Methodist Church August 1, 2004 Rev. J. Curtis Goforth, O.S.L. Someone in the crowd said to him, "Teacher, tell my brother to divide the family inheritance with me." But he said to him, "Friend, who set me to be a judge or arbitrator ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-22

Denomination: United Methodist

Seated In The Heavenlies

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 13, 2005

What it means to be in Christ instead of in sin

"But God who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us, even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace are ye saved;) AND HATH RAISED US UP TOGETHER, AND MADE US SIT TOGETHER IN HEAVENLY PLACES IN CHRIST JESUS" (vv. 4-6). Notice the phrase "IN ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:6

Denomination: Baptist

Heavenly Minded

Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Aug 28, 2003

Material things will not last forever, but heaven will be throughout eternity.

Sunday Morning, August 24th, 2003 Let us pray Welcome....thanks for your prayers while we were away at The West Middle-sex Camp Meeting......we had a wonderful camp meeting.....elaborate.. Thanks to Bro. Casimere......During the camp meeting, I experienced what it means to take the time and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Church Of God

Heavenly Host.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Oct 14, 2003

There are about three reasons that we can find of why God gave this vision to Ezekiel.

Heavenly host. Ezekiel 1: 4 -- 14. 10/12/03 As we had talked about last Sunday night, Ezekiel is among the first group to be taken captive in the Babylon. This was the fifth year of his captivity and a vision came expressly to Ezekiel from God. Ezekiel is 30 years of age and now can carry out ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 1:4-14

Denomination: Baptist

Heavenly Minded Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 16, 2007

Paul is telling us that as believers our mind is to be focused on God and His purposes.

Heavenly Minded Text: Col. 3:1-4 Introduction 1. Illustration: A wise person once said, "A man’s life is governed by his thoughts; he will ultimately become that which dwells most on his mind. “You are what you eat.” Engulf yourselves with His presence, put Him in your mind, Become more ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Methodist