Sermons on Mental Movies:

Depression: Madness In The Palace 1 Series

Contributed by Oladayo Oladosu on Jul 28, 2019

Depression is a complex and dangerous mental health condition that cuts across every facet of humanity and often seems so tacit in description and definitions.

Depression: Madness in the Palace I Samuel 15:24 –16:1; 14--18 But the Spirit of the Lord departed from Saul, and an evil spirit from the Lord troubled him. And Saul’s servants said unto him, Behold now, an evil spirit from God troubleth thee. I Sam. 16: 14-15 (KJV) Depression is a complex and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Stop The Bleeding By Faith

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 18, 2018

Faith is a gift of God to which we yield. We need not do mental gymnastics to force ourselves to believing that a healing is going to occur.

13B The players (Gospel Drama Players in today’s first miracle account): Jesus: was not ashamed to be touched by the untouchable, or feel embarrassed to be publicly identified with outcasts. The lady was considered unclean. Just by being out in public, she is violating a social taboo. In fact, by ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Catholic

Go Beyond

Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 22, 2021

You cant take donkeys with you and your servants who have a slave mentality, you now are going to the next dimension with God.

Go beyond your comfortable zone Genesis 22:5”Abraham said to his young men, "Stay here with the donkey, and I and the lad will go over there; and we will worship and return to you." Abraham had to leave behind the donkey, servants and go further with his only beloved son Isaac because ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Physiology Of Faith - Addendum - The Healing Ministry Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Apr 16, 2023

Out of 3,774 verses in the four New Testament Gospels, 484 relate specifically to healing physical and mental illnesses and the resurrection of the dead.

In Mark, 209 verses out of 666 connect to the miracles of Jesus. Of the 1,257 narrative verses in the Gospels, 484 (38.5 percent) are devoted to describing healing miracles Jesus spoke the words of God in His ministry: . . . I do nothing of myself; but as my Father hath taught me, I speak these ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-40, Jeremiah 29:11-13, Ephesians 3:14-21, Psalm 103:8-14, Proverbs 2:1-5, Luke 11:11-13, 1 Peter 2:24, Isaiah 53:5, 3 John 1:2, John 11:1-44  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 10 Suffering, Panic, Bipolar Disorder, And Schizophrenia Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Feb 11, 2026

Mental health issues are often considered the sole concern of secular psychology and psychiatry. But anything that includes issues addressed by Scripture is a spiritual issue.

Panic Attacks Panic attacks are periods of intense fear that arise suddenly in times when there is no significant danger present. They generally begin abruptly, reach a peak within ten minutes, and subside over the next several hours. The panic itself is not voluntary. Telling people to calm down ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

"soar Like An Eagle!"

Contributed by David Henderson on Jan 24, 2025

Vision is defined as the ability to think about or place the future, plan the future with imagination and wisdom. It is also defined as an idea or a mental image of something.

Soar like an Eagle! Isaiah 40:28-31 This passage is one of two passages of scripture that I call my life verses. Now in case you don’t know what that means, life verses are verses God has used to speak directly to your heart, and they become a theme for your life. So, Denise and I are now entering ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Passion For People Series

Contributed by Mark Magee on Aug 17, 2004

Whether you see the movie or see the book, one of the things you can’t miss about Christ is His compassion for people.

A. Welcome Guests... B. Easter + Three services.... for your convenience and our continued growth. C. Series– For the last couple of weeks we’ve been involved in a series that has been inspired by Mel Gibson’s, The Passion of the Christ. I wanted to make the most out of a great opportunity ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Is Your God?

Contributed by Anthony Smith on May 2, 2004

As many people get involved with, movie stars, pop artist, Money Mogoles and polotictions ,who becomes more important in their lives?

Who is Your God? The Bible tells us in no uncertain terms, Thou shall have no other Gods before me. Who are some people making a god of? Acts 12:20-23, Lets read these verses. And Herod was highly displeased with them of Tyre and Sidon; but ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:20-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hitting Bottom: Peter's Denial Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 22, 2005

Expository sermon uses clip from movie "Stand and Deliver". From Peter’s experience discusses our response to set backs.

Hitting Bottom: Peter’s Denial Fortifying the Foundations # 39 John 18:12-27[1] 7-4-04 Intro I want to begin this morning with a clip from the movie “Stand & Deliver.”[2] The movie is based upon the true story of a math teacher, named Jamie Escalante. Through his leadership, a group of ...read more

Scripture: John 18:12-27

Denomination: Charismatic

Give Yourself A Break

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 22, 2005

With statistics concerning sociological changes in America this sermon discusses the stress Christians are experiencing. Movie clip from "Cheaper by the Dozen" provides an illustration.

Give Yourself a Break Eccl. 4:6-12[1] 6-20-04 Intro I want to begin this morning with a clip from the movie, Cheaper by the Dozen.[2] In this movie Coach Tom (played by Steve Martin) and his wife Kate (Bonnie Hart) have twelve kids. They are doing fine until opportunity knocks—an opportunity ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:6-12

Denomination: Charismatic

The Good News I Didn't Want To Hear Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 23, 2005

What is Paul saying about troubles in a Christian’s life? Expository sermon. Clip from movie "Men of Honor" illustrates endurance.

The Good News That I Didn’t Want to Hear 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13[1] 10-24-04 Intro I have entitled the message this morning: The Good News That I Didn’t Want to Hear. I think we all agree that the gospel is good news. It’s good news that I am forgiven of my sin—that I have been born into the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13

Denomination: Charismatic

The Passion Of The Christ: A Prophetic Voice Crying In Our Wilderness

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Feb 13, 2004

That Christ is preached through a movie for the masses is great news, what we need to be clear on about Christ and what can we then do.

The Passion of the Christ: A Prophetic Voice Crying in Our Wilderness Feb.15, 2004 10 days from today - Feb. 25, 2004, a prophetic voice will be crying out in our cultural landscape. A voice that is, perhaps, preparing the way for many people to encounter the person of Jesus Christ in a way ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:15-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Who Put Jesus On The Cross

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Feb 28, 2004

Who killed Jesus? With all the recent controversy from the Mel Gibson movie on the Passion of Christ, Just who was responsible for the death of Christ.

Who Killed Jesus? Lk. 23:33 Luke 23:33 And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, there they crucified him, Intro. – There has been a great deal of controversy recently about Mel Gibson’s new movie – THE PASSION OF CHRIST. The controversy has been regarding the violence ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33, Acts 4:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

A Christmas Story Series

Contributed by Chris Santasiere on Dec 13, 2002

Looking at the classic movie "A Christmas Story", we look at the perfect gifts of the Magi and the perfect gifts God has given us.

“Christmas Classics” A CHRISTMAS STORY Matthew 2:9-11 Introduction When I was a little kid, from about the age of 8 until the age of 10 my Granny would keep a jar for me in her kitchen cabinet. Whenever she had an extra dollar or a little extra change, she would put it in that jar for me. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Get On Board: Why We Need Christmas Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Dec 18, 2004

1st in two-part series on Christmas using the Polar Express Movie as a backdrop. (See important note at top of sermon text)

{NOTE: This series is best used with the clips provided by HomeWord with Jim Burns and Max Lucado. You can find many free resources at this link: http://www.homeword.com/PolarExpress/ You may also be able to secure the clips by contacting them.} THIS CHRISTMAS SEASON: BELIEVE GET ON BOARD: WHY WE ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Christian Church