Sermons on Sober Minded:

Mind Control 9 Series

Contributed by Clyde White on Jan 31, 2007

We all want the “perfect” church, BUT far too often, we do not want to become the “perfect” church. It’s strange, trying to find or have a perfect church becomes a problem because WE are the church.

Psychology (personal) = The emotional and behavioral characteristics of an individual, a group, or an activity; Subtle tactical actions or arguments used to manipulate or influence another. Our minds, do not have a psychology of their own. The personal psychology of each individual or group ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Renewing Your Mind

Contributed by Mark Baker on May 10, 2005

The process and importance of bringing our thoughts under subjection to the Word of God.

2 Corinthians 10:4-6 For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ, and being ready to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4-6, Romans 12:1-13, 2 Corinthians 10:4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Renew Your Mind

Contributed by Shane Brooks on May 19, 2005

Take control of your life-by the power of God

I try to tell you every week what God thinks of you How beautiful you are in his sight But when I tell you that, you hear it and that’s as far as it gets It has to sink into your mind Or you’ll always be what you think Eph 4:17-24 Lets make some observation Old man and New man W ho I was and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let This Mind Be In You

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 17, 2008

An exhortation to be Christlike preached at a confirmation service

Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not regard equality with God as something to be exploited, but emptied himself, taking the form of a slave, being born in human likeness. And being found in human form, he humbled himself and became ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11, Philippians 2:1

Denomination: United Methodist

Having The Mind Of Christ

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 19, 2008

What does it mean to have the mind of Christ? A Study verse upon verse in the book of Philippians.

Having the Mind of Christ Text: Philippians 1:27-30, 2: 1-8 27 Only let your conduct be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of your affairs, that you stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Kingdom Minded People

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jul 7, 2007

To live our lives within the context of the eternal purposes of God and understand that we are called to be Kingdom Builders.

Kingdom Minded People 6/24/07 Talk about being … Kingdom minded and having a Kingdom heart, for the purpose of building God’s Kingdom. Ezra 1:1 Cyrus was a mighty king- conquered Babylon. Jews- carried into captivity under Nebuchadnezzar. God calls Cyrus by name 150 years ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 1:1-6

Denomination: Charismatic

One Heart And Mind

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jul 9, 2007

Let’s think about what contributed to their unity of heart and mind. 1- They were unselfish 2- They were witnesses 3- They were gracious

INTRO.- ILL.- Rotterdam, New York—A young bride who got into an argument with her husband of a few hours ran him down with a car and killed him on the way home from the wedding reception, authorities said. The county district attorney said 21-year-old Joan Kenison drove over her 23-year-old ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mind Over Matter Series

Contributed by Jon Sullivan on Jan 30, 2008

Building strong families with lesson based on the 10 commandments

The Tenth Commandment: You shall not covet This last commandment deals with an attitude. We live in a society were keeping up with the Jones is the ultimate goal of some people. “Covet”: The unchecked desire to acquire. Obsession for others possessions Wouldn’t be nice becomes I can’t live ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being "Single-Minded"

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Feb 20, 2008

Message about God’s calling for some people to stay single.

Being “Single-Minded” Matthew 19:8-12 January 13, 2008 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT USED IN MY MESSAGES IS BORROWED FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: When I entered college, one of the things that I figured would happen was that I would be married before I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:8-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Mission Minded Church Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on Jul 16, 2007

To show the importance of the church getting active in missions. Particularly within the body of Chirst.

THE MISSION MINDED CHURCH Acts 11:27-30 My brothers and my sisters, this text is showing us the importance of being mission minded. If there is anything, we can take away from this text, it would be that we the church should not only be willing, but determined to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Renewal Of Our Minds

Contributed by Joel Santos on Jul 30, 2007

The human brain is the most complex arrangement of matter in the universe.” - Dr. Duane Gish

RENEWAL OF OUR MINDS Romans 12:2 “…the human brain is the most complex arrangement of matter in the universe.” - Dr. Duane Gish We have an incredible machine inside our head called ‘brain.’ You may have a high IQ, or average or even below average intelligence but your brain is still ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Renewing Your Mind Series

Contributed by Gary Landsberg on Nov 9, 2006

The Battle to overcome sinful desires in our life, begins with the renewing of our minds in Christ Jesus.

RENEWING THE MIND INTRODUCTION 1. Beloved of Jesus Christ, what a wonderful day that this is. A definite gift from God. What a wonderful Savior that I have. 2. Is He your savior too? I pray that He is Beloved, as it would be too much to live without Him, as the whim of the devil and at the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Single Minded Devotion Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 14, 2005

Where are you putting your energy, your money, your time? Are you putting them into your own personal future, your own worldly security, or are you investing them in a future with God? Look to God’s future for security and hope.

Stop being so anxious! Don’t worry, just relax! Why are you so stressed? You’ve probably heard words like that fairly recently. It’s the nature of our age to be stressed isn’t it? In fact this passage from Matt 6 could have been written specifically for us, couldn’t it? We live in an age where ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: Anglican

The Battle For Your Mind

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Aug 2, 2006

Have you wondered why you lose those spiritual battles and fall into sin? Maybe because you lost the battle before it began!

Battle for Your Mind I. Introduction a. Have you ever wondered why you don’t always do what you know you ought to do? b. Have you ever struggled with horrible and conflicting thoughts that come into your mind, uninvited? c. Have you ever wondered why if the Christian life is supposed to be joyful, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:21-25

Denomination: Baptist

Made With A Plan In Mind Series

Contributed by Bob Reccord on Aug 7, 2006

God has been preparing a unique plan and calling for your life since before you were born. (Principle 1 from Made to Count)

Theme: God has been preparing a unique plan and calling for your life since before you were born. (Principle 1 from Made to Count) Introduction: Sometimes it’s amazing what we have and don’t even realize! Such was the case in the Philadelphia public school system recently. While working ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational