Sermons about Rational Control

According To Your Faith

Contributed by Dr. David Wesner on May 18, 2015

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As a Believer, Faith, not emotions overcomes the world. As a Believer, Faith, not rational thinking defines who we are. As a Believer, Faith, not rational thinking is the filter through which we see everything. You are a Believer!!

Jesus walked on the earth over 2000 years ago. His Disciples walked with Him, watched Him closely, heard His voice. They were eyewitnesses to His miracles. Yet, even they had trouble taking in everything they were seeing. We are 2000 years removed from those moments. We have to decide whether we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20-21

Denomination: Charismatic

Going Out Of Your Mind

Contributed by Anne Robertson on May 26, 2003

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The understanding of Holy Communion comes through experience more than rational thought.

GOING OUT OF YOUR MIND TEXT: Luke 24:13-35 One of my favorite books for mindless reading is the Science Fiction parody, Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams, probably because it contains one of my favorite illustrations of being mindless. The people of the universe are burning to know ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Methodist

Get Onboard (February 6, 2022)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 11, 2022

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In this story, we see excuses, and an invitation that brought forth an alt[a]ration.

GET ONBOARD Text: Luke 5:1-11 Luke 5:1-11 Once while Jesus was standing beside the lake of Gennesaret, and the crowd was pressing in on him to hear the word of God, (2) he saw two boats there at the shore of the lake; the fishermen had gone out of them and were washing their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Resurrection And Revelation Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Feb 10, 2026

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Jesus addresses the rationalism of the Sadducees as He discusses both the resurrection and His identification.

Theological debates have baffled people as long as there have been humans on the earth. Adam and Eve wrestled with the Sovereignty and goodness of God and the Volition of Humans as they listened to the serpent and ate of the forbidden fruit (Gen. 3) Cain faced the balance between grace and justice ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:27-44

Denomination: Baptist

Relationship Principles Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 31, 2016

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In the Seventh Commandment we are given a rational for how all relationships, including singleness, work.

Message 1 Corinthians 7:1-16 “Relationship Principles.” We are up to the seventh commandment in our series; “You shall not commit adultery”. The issue of adultery is one that comes with many emotions. So today we are not going to start in the Old Testament … we will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

I Will Be Self-Disciplined Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 16, 2015

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A sermon to encourage the development of self-control.

"Relaunch 2015" pt. 9 - I Will Be Self-disciplined Galatians 5:22-23 Galatians 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. Introduction: I want to welcome you this morning to part 9 ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Biblical Authority

Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 24, 2002

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Learn why you can rationally believe that the Bible is God’s trustworthy Word

This morning, we will look at Biblical authority as the third foundation characteristic. This week, I received an email from a Christian lady with whom I worked in the biotechnology field. The email contained signs found in church parking lots: 1. Free Trip to Heaven. Details Inside! 2. How ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: *other

Everything You Wanted To Know About Church Membership

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 18, 2011

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The biblical basis and rational reasons for church membership and explanation of the process for joining our church.

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know (and Maybe Didn’t Want to Know) about Church Membership Chuck Sligh October 29, 2006 TEXT: 1 Corinthians 12:12 – “For as the body is one, and hath many members, and all the members of that one body, being many, are one body: so also is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of The Tongue Series

Contributed by Matt Skiles on Feb 15, 2014

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The Bible teaches us that our tongue has great power ... to heal or to destroy, to bless or to curse ... we are to be wise in the use of this member of our body ... it can bring pain or pleasure ... it's all in how it is used!

Sermon Series-“Not Your Favorite Sermons” Message #1--"POWER OF THE TONGUE!" TEXT: James 3:1-12-My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation. 2 For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Tests For The Tongue Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 2, 2014

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Nuclear power can be harnessed to bring destruction or benefit. The same is true for our tongue.

Sermon Notes June 1, 2014 Tests for the Tongue James 1:5-12 At 5 AM on July 16, 1945, in northern New Mexico, the pre-dawn sky was instantaneously illuminated by the blinding flash. The mushroom cloud from the first Atomic detonation spilled upward for 40,000 feet and was visible for 60 ...read more

Scripture: James 3:4-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"the Scientific Brilliance Of Genesis 1:1"

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 2, 2021

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When we stop to meditate on the first verse of Holy Scripture, we see not only the majesty and power of Almighty God in action, but if we look deeper, we also see the beginnings of scientific thought and the real explanation for the origin of life and the universe.

"In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth." (Genesis 1:1, KJV). Consider for a moment how solemn, powerful and wondrous these opening words of Holy Scripture are. They present the work, thought, and exactness of Almighty God. You are probably saying to yourself, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Hebrews 11:3, Colossians 1:16-17, Romans 1:20, Revelation 4:11 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

What Jesus Taught About Controlling One's Tongue

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

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Jesus knew that one day His brother James would write, "If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to keep his whole body in check." (James 3:2) The Lord knew the tongue has the power to encourage or discourage; heal or wound;

Jesus knew that one day His brother James would write, "If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to keep his whole body in check." (James 3:2) The Lord knew the tongue has the power to encourage or discourage; heal or wound; direct or deceive; comfort or ...read more

Scripture: James 3:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"We Need To Remember That God Is In Control Of Our Lives.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Dec 27, 2001

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Epiphany of our Lord January 6th, 2002 Isaiah 60: 1-6 Heavenly Father, what makes us miserable is not so much the circumstances of our lives, but our expectations of what and how life should be. Empower us Lord to see your reality. Amen.

Epiphany of our Lord January 6th, 2002 Isaiah 60: 1-6 Heavenly Father, what makes us miserable is not so much the circumstances of our lives, but our expectations of what and how life should be. Empower us Lord to see your reality. Amen. Title: “We need to remember that God is in control of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Let The Spirit Enhance Your Self-Control Capacities

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 21, 2004

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The Holy Spirit gives us a special grace of self-discipline that comes with being completely controlled by the Spirit of God. Ask the Lord to help you overcome your natural tendency to shy away from what God wants you to think, do and become.

Let the Spirit Enhance Your Self-Control Capacities 1 Thessalonians 5:6-18 Illustration: SPIRITUAL POWER In a seminary missions class, Herbert Jackson told how, as a new missionary, he was assigned a car that would not start without a push. After pondering his problem, he devised a plan. He ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:6-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Taming The Beast - Practical Guidelines For Controlling Your Tongue

Contributed by Keith Manry on Sep 19, 2003

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The tongue poses perhaps the greatest threat to the kingdom of God and the church today. It is as serious if not more serious than any other problem we face for it is the tongue that reveals what’s inside of us. Controlling the tongue isn’t a luxury! Acco

It seems that over the past several months the media has had a heyday with the church. For some time you couldn’t turn on the television without hearing about some new development in the decay of the Catholic Church. More and more accusations have been made against priests around the area of sexual ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

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