Sermons on Mindfulness:

Rejoicing Over Bad Things?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 17, 2019

"Love does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrong, but rejoices in the right." Who in his right mind rejoices at wrong?

Second Sunday of Lent 2019 One of the great themes of Christian literature, both in and out of the Scriptures, is the need for each of us to make a deliberate choice between the Two Ways of living. There is the way of life and the way of death, the way of following God’s will and law, or the way ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21, Luke 9:30, 1 Corinthians 13:6

Denomination: Catholic

Belief, Believing And Faith - Interchangeable Terms?

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jul 23, 2020

The word “believe” is broad and is open to all kinds and variations of meaning depending on what the person has in mind. What does the Bible say about belief, believing and faith?

Belief, Believing and Faith - Interchangeable Terms? Today we will be reading from Hebrews 11:1-6 We live in the era of cheap grace and easy salvation. “Just repeat after me.” “Did you mean that with all of your heart?” “You’re saved! Write that date down in your Bible and make sure you tell ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6, 2 Corinthians 5:17, James 2:14-26, Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Nazarene

The Feeling Fine

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

Everything we do aids the health of body, mind and soul. It all ties in to the two great commandments of loving God with your whole being and your neighbor as yourself.

A farmers son, who was about to begin his studies at medical school said, "Dad, when I get to be a doctor, I think I'll specialize in obstetrics." The old man shook his head and responded, "Likely you'll be just wasting your time son. Chances are, soon as you begin making ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-8

Forgiveness And Wholeness Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 4, 2021

Carrying the weight of guilt affects us, body, mind, and spirit. God's forgiveness of us and our forgiveness of others brings healing to our whole being.

March 3, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Mark 2:1-12; Psalm 32 Forgiveness and Wholeness Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. We aren’t like a car. You can take apart a car and put it back together. It’ll run just ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Overarching History: The Big Picture Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 20, 2021

How do you see history? How does your mind frame the world around you? Are you seeing it from a Godly perspective, or from a secular perspective?

How do you see history? How does your mind frame the world around you? Are you seeing it from a Godly perspective, or from a secular perspective? Today we’re going to talk about God’s Overarching History: The Big Picture. Today we’re going to go from Genesis to John to Revelation and frame within ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8, Isaiah 46:9, Isaiah 46:11

Denomination: Salvation Army

Flesh And Spirit And Cleverness For The Gospel

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 7, 2013

We must listen to the Spirit of God rather than our weak minds and wills so that we can bear the fruits of the Spirit and with cleverness spread God's kingdom.

Today’s Scripture readings offer a number of challenges and difficulties to the Christian. On the face of it, it appears that Jesus is applauding a dishonest steward’s actions in cheating his employer. Worse, He seems to be telling His disciples that the ends justify the means. Of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Catholic

Holiness 101

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 4, 2013

Holiness is an action word. It is what God does in us and what happens to us when He does it. Peter tells the church to "prepare our minds for action."

Holiness 101 2 Peter 1:13-1:21 Introduction- I want to look at holiness for a minute and I know that the word holiness strikes fear in some because it plays to our weaknesses and draws attention to our failures. If I asked you in three words to describe yourself, what would it be? If before ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Thoughts For The New Year

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 23, 2013

This message deals with the danger of negative thinking and how to retrain our minds towards more a more faith filled mindset. 2 Cor. 10:3-5 is the text.

Title: Thoughts for the New Year Text: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 CHCC: December 30, 2012 INTRODUCTION: This is the last time we’ll be together in 2012. It’s the time when we think: "out with the old and in with the new". There’s a scripture that talks about that: ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Will Guide You Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on May 13, 2012

God will guide you but he'll use your rational mind as much as special intervention but he expects us to make decisions according to his revealed will.

I recently bought one of these new smart phones. It's great. It does everything, except make the coffee. One of the best “apps” on it is the navwoman. You type in your destination and a very clever woman tells you exactly how to get there. “Turn right in 300 metres.” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:1-21

Denomination: Anglican

The Chatterbox - Week 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 7, 2014

A 6 week look from the book, To Crash the Chatterbox from Steve Furtick. A look at how to crash the destructive noises satan places in our heart, spirit and mind.

The Chatterbox - 2 Exodus 3:1-11 May 4, 2014 When we go to the store to buy groceries, we only buy the things we want. We don’t buy what we don’t want! And when it comes to eating, we are only going to eat what we want as well. So, when it comes to listening to others and to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Chatterbox - Week 3 Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 7, 2014

A 6 week look from the book, To Crash the Chatterbox from Steve Furtick. A look at how to crash the destructive noises satan places in our heart, spirit and mind.

Crash the Chatterbox - 3 May 11, 2014 What are your afraid of? I’m not talking about some of the stuff out there that scares us. If I had to admit it, I would say I’m afraid of heights. I could say I don’t like heights, but honestly, I have a fear of heights. I’m not ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Chatterbox - Week 4 Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 7, 2014

A 6 week look from the book, To Crash the Chatterbox from Steve Furtick. A look at how to crash the destructive noises satan places in our heart, spirit and mind.

Crash the Chatterbox - 4 Luke 22:34-62 May 18, 2014 Have you ever told someone you would stand by their side, you’d be willing to go to battle with them, you’d be willing to die for them and with them. You’re so passionate, you feel it in your heart and spirit. Your mind is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:34-62

Denomination: Baptist

The Chatterbox - Week 5 Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 7, 2014

A 6 week look from the book, To Crash the Chatterbox from Steve Furtick. A look at how to crash the destructive noises satan places in our heart, spirit and mind.

Crash the Chatterbox - 5 Matthew 11:1-11 May 25, 2014 The story of John the Baptist is fascinating. We know John and Jesus are related, we don’t know exactly how, but they are related and John is a few months older than Jesus. John was sent to announce the coming of the Messiah, Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Chatterbox - Week 6 Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 7, 2014

A 6 week look from the book, To Crash the Chatterbox from Steve Furtick. A look at how to crash the destructive noises satan places in our heart, spirit and mind.

Crash the Chatterbox - 6 2 Kings 13:14-20 June 1, 2014 VIDEO -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LnN7G8HXLcw How true is that video in your life? Have you ever felt that way about life? The chatterbox hits hard and hits right on our weakest spot. After all, the chatterbox knows us so well, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 13:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Chatterbox - Week 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 8, 2014

A 6 week look from the book, To Crash the Chatterbox from Steve Furtick. A look at how to crash the destructive noises satan places in our heart, spirit and mind.

Crash the Chatterbox April 27, 2014 Isaiah 55:1-3 The voice you give your attention to will determine your future. If you listen to the world’s way of living life, of doing your own thing, of being your own god, of serving your interests and needs — then add to that the voices you ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-3

Denomination: Baptist