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  • Richard Tow avatar

    Managing Your Thought Life Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 25, 2017
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     | 18,642 views

    A key to living victoriously is managing one's thought life. Sermon shares four biblical principles for managing your thought life.

    Romans 8:5 3-15-15 Our text this morning is Romans 8:5. I’m reading from the New International Version. “Those who live according to the sinful nature have their minds set on what that nature desires; but those who live in accordance with the Spirit have their minds set on what the Spirit ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    How Our Beliefs Add To Our Worry

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 29, 2017
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    Worry is worsened because we believe everything our mind is telling us. Often our mind is lying to us.

    A TRUSTWORTHY SOURCE? You’re being lied to . . . by your own mind. - John 14:27. - This is bold statement, so let me unpack what I mean. - We have great confidence in our feelings. We trust them and believe them. - One of our feelings is worry. “I’m feeling worried.” Our mind is telling us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pleasing God Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 28, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,353 views

    We please God when we make pleasing Him a priority.

    Title: Pleasing God Text: I Thessalonians 2:1-12 Introduction The Apostle Paul was a gutsy guy. He did not hesitate to encourage people to imitate his life. He often said, “follow my example” or “imitate me.” • Therefore I urge you to imitate me. II Corinthians 4:16 • Dear brothers and sisters, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Power Of Positive Thinking

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Sep 12, 2016
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     | 46,694 views

    Although there are many self-help publications with this title, if an author doesn’t cite God as the source of all positive thought and ability it’s not something I’ll read. The power doesn't come from channeling some unknown energy it comes from God.

    THE POWER OF POSITIVE THINKING INTRODUCTION: Although there are no doubt many self-help publications with this title, this sermon is not based on any of them. If an author writes a publication with a title such as this one and doesn’t cite God as the source of all positive thinking ability ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    In Bounds Or Out Of Bounds?

    Contributed by Craig Benner on Sep 14, 2016
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    If you say that you are bounds; is that a bad thing? The Bible speaks about being bound in positive and negative terms. To what or by what are you bound?

    In Bounds or Out of Bounds? I'm glory bound Bound for that promised land Bound and determined Song: I'm bound for that city. Eccl. 4:12 And if one prevail against him, two shall withstand him; and a threefold cord is not quickly broken. Hosea 6:1 Come, and let us return unto the LORD: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Word Study: Transformed

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 21, 2014
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    To show that we need to let GOD's WORDS change our minds so that it will bring about a change of life.

    I. EXORDIUM: Can a change of mind bring out a change of lifestyle? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to let GOD's WORDS change our minds so that it will bring about a change of life. IV. TEXT: Romans 12:2 (Amplified Bible) 12:2 Do not be conformed to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Philippians Part 10 Series

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 1, 2021
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    An in-depth study on the book of Philippians

    Philippians Part 10, Chapter 2:5-2:11 I. Purpose and Importance of Philippians (2:5-11) A. Purpose –Christ the example concern for others leaves no room for self-concern. 1. Satan said, “I will . . .” Isaiah 14 2. Satan, the created, desired to be the Creator. 3. Christ the Creator ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Change

    Contributed by James Thibodeaux on Oct 29, 2021
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     | 5,216 views

    Remember we live in a world that can easily mold us into it’s’ image. If we allow that to happen and if were not what we claim to be. So once again the question we need to ask, do we have a real affect to those around us for Jesus?

    Intro: In my last 3 sermons, I spoken on Attitude, Behavior and Character and explained why these 3 traits are so important to see if were are the real deal or not, To see if we are what we claim to be and to see if were living for Jesus and being lead by the Holy Spirit himself. I hoped that you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pray Without Ceasing Series

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 16, 2023
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    This sermon gives consideration to two prayer techniques: The Welcoming Prayer and the Active Prayer Practice

    March 15, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church 1 Thess. 5:16-18 Pray without Ceasing Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. St. Paul encourages us to pray without ceasing. It’s something that’s impossible to do. We cannot ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Living As Children Of Light

    Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 4, 2023
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     | 3,444 views

    Today, we will delve into Paul's letter to the Ephesians, specifically focusing on Ephesians 5:1-7. In the Paul encourages believers to live as children of light, highlighting the transformative power of Christ in our lives.

    Title: Living as Children of Light Sermon Text: Ephesians 5:1-7 Introduction: Today, we will delve into Paul's letter to the Ephesians, specifically focusing on Ephesians 5:1-7. In these verses, Paul encourages believers to live as children of light, highlighting the transformative power ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Being Different: Thinking Differently Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Feb 28, 2025
     | 438 views

    If we are going to move on in our Christian faith, we must learn to think differently.

    PURE To be pure means to be innocent, holy in relation to God. 1 John 3:3 “Christ is pure, and all who have this hope in Christ keep themselves pure like Christ.” Notice the first thing that is said in this verse. “Christ is pure.” If we need proof that Jesus Christ is pure, look to the cross. ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Fix Your Throughts On Jesus!

    Contributed by Barnabas Park on Jul 18, 2025
     | 540 views

    What we fix our minds on affects what we become. As we fix our thoughts on Jesus—the One who is fully true, pure, lovely, and worthy of praise, we would become like Him.

    Philippians 4:8–9 (ESV) “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. What you have learned and received and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Contemplation Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 3, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 648 views

    Encourage teenagers to seek stillness and connection with God through contemplative prayer, despite the distractions and busyness of life.

    Today, we're gonna chat about contemplative prayer. It's like a spiritual chill-out session where you get to hang out with God. But here's the catch - you gotta make time for it. So, what's contemplation? It's like finding a quiet corner to chat with God. Even Jesus did it, sneaking off to a quiet ...read more

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    Perplexing Problems And Their Solutions From Romans 8

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 44 ratings
     | 8,104 views

    Thank God He has given us multiple ways of solving all of our problems through His word, His Spirit and His will. You cannot force a solution to a problem to come to mind. But you can keep your mind open so you can recognize possible paths to solutions wh

    Problems and Their Solutions for Life’s Most Reoccurring Problems from Romans 8 Illustration:If the only tool you have is a hammer, you tend to see every problem as a nail. Abraham Maslow, Eating Problems for Breakfast by Tim Hansel, Word Publishing, 1988, p. 54. Thank God He has given us ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When We Open The Door Of Our Heart And Let Jesus In.

    Contributed by Kevin Shelton on Nov 3, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 11,469 views

    What happens when we open the door of our heart to Jesus

    Revelation 3:20. Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me. Will you open the door of your heart and let him come in? When we open the door of our heart and let Jesus in. 1. “Our Sins are taken ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist