Sermons on Renewing Our Minds:

Our Citizenship Is In Heaven Series

Contributed by Jason Grubbs on Jan 11, 2020

Because we are citizens of Heaven, our minds should be set on Heavenly things. This sermon shows what is and should be true since we are citizens of Heaven.

Introduction One October afternoon in 1982, Badger Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin, was packed. More than 60,000 die-hard University of Wisconsin supporters were watching their football team take on the Michigan State Spartans. It soon became obvious that MSU had the better team. What seemed odd ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21

Have You Lost Your Mind

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Nov 1, 2007

It is high time that we as Christians lose our minds . We are challenged in this letter of thankfulness to the Philippians to take on the transformational thinking, and attitude of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Intro: I’m always gripped by stories of people who have managed to develop a different mental attitude than that commonly held by those around them: The poor man who refuses to think poor The sick woman who focuses on what she can do rather than her handicap Such people display the kind of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Who Hath Known The Mind Of The Lord?

Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Jan 2, 2002

Our mind is important in our Christian walk in three ways.

WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN SERMON TITLE: WHO HATH KNOWN THE MIND OF THE LORD? “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God sent not His Son into the world to condemn the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:33-36

Denomination: Baptist

Holiness In Our Wills Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 28, 2025

Our will is a powerful part of our being. It determines the choices we make, the paths we take, and ultimately, the direction of our lives. Holiness in our will means surrendering our desires, plans, and ambitions to God’s perfect will.

Title: HOLINESS IN OUR WILLS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 12:2 "And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God." Supporting Texts: Ephesians 5:17 1 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Ephesians 5:17, 1 Thessalonians 4:3, James 4:7-8, Colossians 1:9, Matthew 6:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Recipe For Renewal Right Here In River City

Contributed by Brent Zastrow on Jul 5, 2001

What better way to celebrate our nation’s birthday than by preparing for a renewal

RECIPIE FOR RENEWAL IN SAYBROOK I. REUNION II. REVIVAL III. REBIRTH I’m sure many of you have seen the musical either at the schools or on TV, the Music Man. So you remember that scene where the “professor”, pointing to the Pool Hall tells the citizens, you’ve got trouble right here in river ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Have The Mind Of Christ Jesus

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Apr 10, 2021

In Philippians 2 we find the great imperative command that we need to "have the mind of Christ Jesus." Is that possible? Can our minds be so transformed by the indwelling power of the Holy Spirit that we can actually have the mind of Christ Jesus within us?

Have the Mind of Christ Jesus Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Matthew 5:6-8 “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled. Blessed are the merciful, for they shall be shown mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5, Psalm 33:6, John 1:3, John 12:50, John 8:28, John 5:19, Romans 12:2, 1 Corinthians 2:16, Luke 22:42, Philippians 2:1-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

22 - Gifted To Serve Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Jul 30, 2021

This is the 22nd of 30 Studies on the Book of Romans

Romans 12:1-2 1I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. 2 And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8, John 17:20-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The New Year In Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 16, 2025

God lovingly makes us new in Christ, freeing us from our past and inviting us to embrace our true identity as His beloved children.

Friends, welcome. Some of us walked in today with a smile that hides a storm. Others carry a quiet ache—memories that sting, habits that hang on, hopes that feel thin. If that’s you, you’re in the right place. The God who made galaxies also tends to bruised hearts. He does careful work with what ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Topics: Renewal, Hope

Make Up Your Mind Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 14, 2014

One of the greatest truths of Scripture is that we can choose to do things our way and die, or we can choose to do things God's way and live.

Make Up Your Mind Text: Gal. 4:21-31 Introduction 1. Illustration: I have no idea who said this, but its truth is unmistakable, "Angels are pure spirits, but it was God's intention to raise human beings, who are lower than the angels, to divine status, to union with the Trinity. An ancient ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:21-31

Denomination: Methodist

Hatching Snake Eggs

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 10, 2010

This morning I want to look at v. 5 especially, and the idea of hatching snake eggs and spinning spider webs. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that in the world today there is a serious breakdown of holiness even among God's people.

HATCHING SNAKE EGGS ISAIAH 59:1 8 Living in the country has so many advantages that I had forgotten about. The scenery, the freshness of the air, the crickets playing their music in the night. And there is also the opportunity for seeing some of God's most beautiful creatures... (do the snake) ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:1-8

Our Faithful God

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 27, 2009

In the midst of hardship, remember to call to mind the goodness and faithfulness of God. Ponder what God has done for you and can do for you. He has not changed. Trust Him.

Jeremiah penned down his grief after his nation and city Jerusalem fell to Babylon in 586 BC. • He expresses his sorrows over 5 laments in this book. The people suffered because they have sinned against God and rejected Him. • God is faithful. If the people would learn their lesson, repent and ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:19-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon On Grace Not Guilt

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 1, 2023

One of the pertinent definitions of grace which is available to all humans, at the pleasure of God, is the renewal of our mind and heart.

Max Lucado, an American author once remarked: “Grace is the voice that calls us to change and then gives us the power to pull it off.” Romans 11:6 confirms: “But if it is by grace, it is no longer on the basis of works; otherwise grace would no longer be grace.” One of the pertinent definitions of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9, James 4:6, Hebrews 4:16, Isaiah 6:7

The Views From The Valley

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jun 24, 2018

a message about the last valley we must cross.

“The Views from the Valley” 2 Timothy 4:9-22 2 Timothy 4:16 At my first answer no man stood with me, but all men forsook me: I pray God that it may not be laid to their charge. 17 Notwithstanding the Lord stood with me, and strengthened me; that by me the preaching might be fully known, and that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-22

Denomination: Baptist

All Things New PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023

Explores the promise of new beginnings in Christ, emphasizing God's ability to renew our hearts, minds, and spirits regardless of our past.

Hey everyone, I'm so thrilled to have you all here today. We're about to get into something really exciting. I've got a feeling that today's sermon is going to touch your hearts and minds in a special way. We're going to be talking about new beginnings, fresh starts, and the incredible promise that ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:5

Topics: Fresh Starts

Heavenly Minded, Earthly Good Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 9, 2003

Introductory sermon to a series on the Purpose-Driven Life: the world says life’s purpose is having things or impressing people. But we are empowered when we use our lives for the purposes for which they are intended.

The choir began to sing, “This earth is not my home”, and I began to be uncomfortable. The more they chanted, the more I squirmed. “This earth is not my home, I am a stranger here, but I am bound for heaven, whence I shall never roam.” Well, yes and no. It is true that this earth is not our ...read more

Denomination: Baptist