Sermons on Serious Minded:

Heavenly Minded Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 16, 2007

Paul is telling us that as believers our mind is to be focused on God and His purposes.

Heavenly Minded Text: Col. 3:1-4 Introduction 1. Illustration: A wise person once said, "A man’s life is governed by his thoughts; he will ultimately become that which dwells most on his mind. “You are what you eat.” Engulf yourselves with His presence, put Him in your mind, Become more ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

The Mind Of Christ Series

Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Mar 12, 2007

Part of a series in Phil., we are encouraged to have the mind and attitude of Christ.

What would you do for a Klondike bar? Some people would do some strange things. What would you do if there was little or no reward? (David Yarbrough, SC.com) The following ad once appeared in a London newspaper: "Men wanted for hazardous journey. Small wages, bitter cold, long months of complete ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Conflict Of The Mind

Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on Mar 13, 2007

Lust and pornography are enemies that want to destroy men and women of God. This sermon aims to give the listener some weapons to use in the battle.

Conlict of the mind The challenge to keep your mind pure is a battle that many Christian men and women struggle with. This is particularly in the area of lust and pornography. This is an area that has caused many great men and women of God to fall. Only recently, Ted Haggard, the founder and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Mastermind

Contributed by Eric Ferguson on Jun 8, 2008

Help students discover how much of the world their mind is conformed to rather than that of Christ. You will show students how to conform their mind to Christ from the book of Colossians.

OPENER: NAME THAT TV SHOW Use several scenes to have teens guess what the name of the show is that you have chosen. Powerpoint slides available upon request----- (slides depict show titles from popular TV shows) Following Opening activity: Use two of those lights that you push down with your hand ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Renewed Mind

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Dec 23, 2009

Are we setting our minds on things above, where Christ is (Colossians 3:1-2)?

The Renewed Mind 07/30/06 AM Reading: Romans 12:1-2 Introduction In Romans 12:1-2, Paul makes the following plea regarding transforming our lives: “Therefore I urge you, brethren, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

'setting The Mind'

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 27, 2009

The works of the flesh and Spirit described

"Setting the Mind" (Romans 8) Works of the Flesh (Galatians 5:19-21) A. IMMORALITY 1. Adultery-Committing Sex Sins After Marriage 2. Fornication-Committing Sex Sins Before/After Marriage 3. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:19-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Keep This In Mind

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Mar 8, 2009

Jesus rebukes Peter saying "You do not have in mind the things of God..." This one is about keeping the things of God in mind

Dakota Community Church March 08, 2009 am Keep This in Mind Mark 8:31-38 He then began to teach them that the Son of Man must suffer many things and be rejected by the elders, chief priests and teachers of the law, and that he must be killed and after three days rise again. He spoke plainly about ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Mennonite

Minding The Music

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 6, 2009

The principles, practice and prominence of music in the Bible

"Minding the Music" I. Music’s Priority in Old Testament Worship A. Responsibility of Chief of the Fathers (I Chronicles 9:33, 34) Saul B. Responsibility of Chief of the Levites (I Chronicles 15:16, 19, 22, 27) David C. Responsibility of Levites (II Chronicles 5:12, 13) Solomon ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Renewed Mind Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Dec 29, 2008

This sermon examines what it means to have a renewed mind.

Our minds are a battlefield. - Adam & Eve fought a battle in the mind. (Genesis 3) - Elijah fought a battle in the mind. (I Kings 19) - Jesus fought a battle in the mind. (Matthew 4) We must be continually renewing our minds in order that we might find victory in our thoughts. What does it mean ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Peace Of Mind

Contributed by Juan Lane on Dec 30, 2008

Many of us have let the enemy steal our peace of mind. Let me help you get it back

Peace of Mind Philippians 4:6-9 (KJV) Philippians 4:6-9 6 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. 7 And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Acts Minded

Contributed by Troy Richards on Jan 19, 2007

A sermon on evangelism and looking at the world the way the apostles in Acts saw it.

-how many of you were in NewSong this morning? We talked about “a Churchy View”, one that entices us to go out into the world and share Jesus with others. -this song isn’t probably everyone’s style of music, but the lyrics were just too right on so I had to use it. Stephen will like it. [PLAY ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

A Transformed Mind

Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Jan 20, 2007

On this King Day, let us reflect upon the meaning and purpose of a dream. More importnatly, let us discover our own dream.

A TRANSFORMED MIND ROMANS 12:2 KING EXCERPT . . . RESTATE . . . PAUL – ROMANS 12:2 . . . IT’S WORTH STATING AGAIN . . . ENEMY – MIND . . . WHEN I REFLECT BACK OVER MY LIFE – TROUBLE . . . NOT BECAUSE OF MY BODY – FAILED TO CONTROL MY MIND. PEER PRESSURE . . . JAM – RELINQUISHED CONTROL – ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Open Minds

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on May 26, 2006

The only way to fulfill the purpose of the church and of being a Christian is to be committed to opening people’s minds to receive Christ Jesus and eternal life.

Open Minds – Luke 24: 44 - 53 Intro: When I was in high school, I could not understand why it was necessary for me to take subjects like history, algebra, geometry or chemistry. --- Perhaps the reason I felt that way was because those were the hardest classes for me. --- Regardless, no one could ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-53

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Power Of The Mind

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 19, 2005

The power of the mind is far greater than we imagine.

INTRO. - ILL.- A man had bought a new gadget - unassembled, of course--and after reading and rereading the instructions he couldn’t figure out how it went together. Finally, he sought the help of an old handyman who was working in his backyard. The old fellow picked up the pieces, studied them, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Mind Of Christ

Contributed by Craig Smee on Nov 27, 2005

A close look at how our mind can run away with us, but we need to adopt the mind of Christ.

1. THE MIND….(SLIDE ILLUSTRATION) So much goes on in our mind. Day to day management. Breathe in breathe out. Left leg right leg when walking. We don’t even think about it – shake hands. I mean one of the lines my mom used to ask me and it sticks in my head: What the hell were you thinking. I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Christian Church