Sermons about Obsessive Thoughts

When To Break The Law

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 9, 2006

based on 77 ratings

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As we think about the law of God let’s consider two thoughts: 1- There is SOMETHING greater than the law. 2- There is SOMEONE greater than the law.

INTRO.- ILL.- A policeman pulled over a car, walked up to the driver’s window, and asked the man if he knew why he was pulled over. "No," the man replied. "You failed to stop at the stop sign," the cop explained. "But I did slow down!" the guy argued. The cop shook his head. "You are required ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What God Can Do With The Counted-Out

Contributed by W. Charles Harris on Feb 20, 2006

based on 24 ratings

| 22,706 views

The thought that an individual could be so utterly unredeemable is dismissed by Paul when he tells Timothy that if God could save him, He can save anybody.

What God can do with the Counted Out I TIMOTHY 1:15-17 All glory and Praise to the Lamb that was slain. How we give thanks to God for all His great mercies that He has shown toward us. While watching the organization of any game of pick-up, whether it is baseball, basketball, football or any ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Speak To Your Valley

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 6, 2006

based on 9 ratings

| 8,652 views

I want to focus on the thought that you and I can prophesy or speak to the valley of bones in our lives and God will put everything back the way it should be.

There are so many messages and lessons found in this passage of Scripture. We will not explore all of them tonight. I do want to focus on something I haven’t focused on before. I want to focus on the thought that you and I can prophesy or speak to the valley of bones in our lives and God will ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Almost

Contributed by James May on Jun 30, 2002

based on 104 ratings

| 26,992 views

Almost Persuaded - that’s the terrible thought of so many people who come close to Heaven but lose out with God because of one eternal decision.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:22-29, 1 Timothy 6:10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Gaining Christ's Gratitude

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 13, 2002

based on 59 ratings

| 35,255 views

I’ve never thought of God as being "grateful" for me, but the intriguing thing is - He is grateful, but only when we meet certain expectations. What are they?

One soldier stationed on an island of the Philippines during WW II told this story: “Although the region was secure, sometimes the enemy tried to infiltrate our food storage area. One such adversary, dressed in GI clothing, once worked himself into the noontime chow line. Our camp cook spotted ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Will Roll The Stone Away?

Contributed by Dave Martin on Apr 14, 2001

based on 124 ratings

| 10,662 views

We all go through life collecting, sorting, and storing information, which comes into our lives. What was capturing the thoughts of the women that first Easter Sunday?

"Who will Roll the Stone Away?" Text: Mark 16:1-3;Mt.28:1-10 & Selected Cross Creek Community Church Pastor Dave Martin - Easter Sunday, April 15, 2001 www.crosscreekcc.org God’s Word is Powerful, Relevant, and Life Changing! Mark 16:1-3 When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-3, Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Bible Church

Falling In Love With Jesus Series

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Nov 13, 2004

based on 14 ratings

| 8,392 views

part 1 of the series of falling in love with Jesus. In Jesus this abstract concept, this wishful thought became reality. Could he realy have done this for you and me?

Falling in love with Jesus Luke 1:1-4 This series is based on the book by the same name written by Rubel Shelly. Quotes are taken from the book Part one Objectives of this series: 1. This gospel tells us the single most important story in the world for believers. No church that gets sidetracked ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stay Focused On Jesus Series

Contributed by Frank Lay on Sep 10, 2004

based on 30 ratings

| 50,434 views

Therefore the writer admonishes us to “consider“ Jesus Christ. Fix your thoughts on Him. Stay focused on Jesus. Why should we stay focused on Jesus?

STAY FOCUSED ON JESUS Hebrews 3:1-6 The other day, I went over to the Ross Barnett Reservoir to take some pictures. As I was driving on west pipeline road, I saw an eagle, perched on a stump. Slowly, I stopped my car and put my camera with my telephoto lens in the window. What an opportunity ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Jumping In The Midst Of Storms Series

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Oct 10, 2006

based on 5 ratings

| 4,427 views

Jesus wants us to cry out to him our deepest thoughts and feelings about what is going on in the world. He will always answer because He is in control.

There are a lot of people in this world who wake up everyday with thoughts of fear in their minds because of the storms that surround us. The more and more news that floods our lives just builds this constant anxiety and stress; another school shooting, another terrorist attack, another threat. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Keep Your Healing Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 29, 2007

based on 13 ratings

| 9,116 views

This sermon emphasizes thoughts on how to keep your healing after you have been prayed for. It discusses reasons why people often lose the healing.

May, 2007 How to Keep Your Healing I Timothy 6:12-21 INTRODUCTION: Many times people are prayed for over and over for the same need and do not seem to be able to come into complete healing. What is happening? Symptoms will often come back, and we need to know what to do about this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:12-21

Denomination: Methodist

Hearing God's Voice

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jun 24, 2008

based on 9 ratings

| 13,441 views

Does God speak to people today? If so, how does He speak? (Many thought from Hearing God’s Voice by Richard Henry Blackaby)

Hearing God’s Voice Introduction Thoughts from- Hearing God’s Voice by Blackaby. Does God speak today- if so, how does He speak? What is the significance of God speaking to us? Rom 8:26-27, 33-34 Intercession- type of prayer- prayer is talking w/God. Intercede- to bring before God a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:12-16

Denomination: Charismatic

Not Abandoned Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 9, 2011

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Thought Israel rejected Jesus, God did not abandon them. He continues to move drawing them back to him--just as he does in our lives.

Romans 9:1-5 “Not Abandoned” INTRODUCTION One of the fundamental questions with which we struggle so often is, “Can God be trusted?” Or, to put it another way, “Is God true to his promises, or has there been an example of a time when God failed to keep his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Be All You Can Be Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Apr 15, 2007

based on 14 ratings

| 10,004 views

God desires for us to become all the can. John gives us 5 needs, thoughts, or issues to "deal with" IF we are to Be all we can be.

* In 1981, the US Army unveiled one of the most popular jingles they ever used. What was the jingle? Most of us remember it; “be all that you can be in the Army.” The target was young men and the “pride factor” which they possess. * It does not stretch the imagination at all to realize that God ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:24

Denomination: Baptist

The Kaleidoscope Of The Cross Series

Contributed by A. B. Simpson on Oct 8, 2009

based on 10 ratings

| 7,228 views

What varied thoughts and feelings moved the hearts of those who stood that day beholding the cross of Calvary! A classic sermon by A. B. Simpson (1843-1919).

What varied thoughts and feelings moved the hearts of those who stood that day beholding the cross of Calvary! We can perceive the cruel heartlessness with which the Roman soldiers drove the nails and reared the cross, interested only in getting their share of the petty spoil for which they cast ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:35

Denomination: *other

Sacrifice And Blessing Of Worship

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Apr 1, 2008

based on 5 ratings

| 2,422 views

What is worship? This sermon looks at four aspects of worship and how it affects the human heart (thoughts taken from "How God Evaluates Worship" by Jack Hayford).

Introduction What is worship? extravagant devotion to an object of esteem a form of religious practice with its creed/ritual reverence offered to a divine being Starting point in our efforts to understand worship … Jn 4:24 "God is spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and ...read more

Scripture: John 4:24

Denomination: Charismatic

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