Sermons on Sound Mind:

Learning How To Love Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 30, 2003

Love is a choice and a matter of conduct. As we ask God to grow this foremost fruit in our lives, we will be well on our way to experiencing growth in all the other areas.

Learning How to Love Rev. Brian Bill 6/10/01 Last week we tackled the very difficult question, “What Happens When You Die?” Several of you commented afterwards that we don’t hear enough sermons about Hell in church today. Well, this morning, we’re kicking off a brand-new series called, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Galatians 5:22-25, John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Journeying To Joy Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 30, 2003

Being joyful is more than just being happy. We’ll focus on the true meaning of joy and look at several “joy-busters.”

Journeying to Joy Rev. Brian Bill June 15, 2001 Our family spent this past Wednesday at a Water Park up in God’s Country. We had a blast! There were lots of smiles and laughter. The girls really liked the wave pool and we all enjoyed slides with names like the “Corkscrew,” “Twister,” and ...read more

Scripture: John 16:20-24, Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming A Servant Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 26, 2003

In contrast to our self-seeking ways, Jesus is the personification of servanthood. Just as He came to serve and not to be served, we’re expected to do the same. Becoming a servant means that we swim against the cultural current and follow the model of t

Becoming a Servant Q. What do you call a chicken crossing the road? A. Poultry in motion. Q. What do you call a boomerang that doesn’t work? A. A stick. Q. What do you call four bullfighters in quicksand? A. Quatro sinko. Q. Where do you find a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28, John 13:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

"The Cry For Freedom" Series

Contributed by Mike Hays on Mar 28, 2003

Today we begin one of the most exciting and rewarding journeys that any follower of Jesus can ever take...a journey through Paul’s letter to the churches of Galatia.

The Cry For Freedom! An Introduction To Paul’s Letter To The Churches in Galatia There is a struggle for freedom that is taking place today that affects the lives of every man, woman, boy, and girl. There is a cry for freedom that rings out from the human heart all across the planet. If you will ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Conspiracy Of Kindness

Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 3, 2003

Showing kindness to others is not only God’s command, but it also is the character of God. Perform acts of kindness toward strangers who cannot repay you and do it in Jesus’ name instead of your own.

The Conspiracy of Kindness Ephesians 4:29-32 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION This world could use a little more kindness and love. Judson College in Alabama is a Baptist college for women. A few years ago, the chaplain from Judson told about the time he was leading in prayer in the all-female ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32

Denomination: Baptist

Family T.i.m.e. Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 9, 2003

God says we should treasure time as a valuable commodity. The Bible gives us some great insight into how time can become your friend rather than your enemy.

Family T.I.M.E. Psalm 90:1-2, 4, 10, 12 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION One of my favorite stories is about the man who worked at a factory. One of his main jobs was to blow the factory whistle at 5:00 to indicate the workday was over. He walked to work each day and passed a jewelry store where a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-2, Psalm 1:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Giving With Grace Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 24, 2003

God not only required a tithe in the Old Testament, He challenged His people to respond to Him when He says, “Test me in this.” This is the only time in the Bible when God tells us to test Him.

Giving With Grace That drama really captures the different attitudes that people have about giving. Some feel pressured or guilty, while others of us find a lot of joy when we give ­ if we remember to bring our wallets! That reminds me of a man and his son who went to church together. On their ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Malachi 3:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Sensitivity Of Grace Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 29, 2003

This morning, we’re going to encounter someone who was in desperate need of grace. She came face-to-face with her sin ­ and with Jesus ­ and drank deeply of the “Sensitivity of Grace.”

The Sensitivity of Grace If you’ve been with us for the last four weeks, you’ll know that we’re in the middle of a series called, “Grace Encounters.” As we look at how Jesus interacted with people, we’ve been learning about how grace can change our lives. In the first message entitled, “The ...read more

Scripture: John 8:2-11

Denomination: Baptist

Obedience Brings About Victory Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Feb 19, 2007

Total obedience to God means that we are to accept the risk of being obedient even when we cannot see victory, but realize that victory comes when we are obedient to God!

Sermon Date: Februrary 11, 2007 INTRODUCTION: 98 yds lay ahead of him and his team was looking to him for leadership and guidance. Their opponent was ahead and time was running out and victory did NOT seem possible! But they began to listen to their fearless leader and play by play they inched ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Trusting God To Work For Us Series

Contributed by Jose Maldonado on Dec 6, 2006

Trusting God to work on our behalf

“Trusting god to work for us” Pastor Jose F. Maldonado Hillburn Drive Grace Baptist Church Nov. 19, 2006 “And Jonathan said to the young man that bare his armour, Come, and let us go over unto the garrison of these uncircumcised: it may be that the LORD ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:6

Denomination: Baptist

Snapshots Of A Deliverer Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Dec 29, 2006

Jesus in Isaiah, part 3. This message examines Isaiah 42:1-4, taking each verse one at a time and presenting snapshots of Christ in the gospels that correspond, to shed light on how Christ brings deliverance.

Snapshots of a Deliverer Jesus in Isaiah, part 3 December 24, 2006 David Flowers Last week I spoke to you about Jesus the Freedom-Bringer. Obviously the thrust of that message was that Jesus came to bring freedom. At that time I invited you back to hear this week’s message, which I said would ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-4

Denomination: Free Methodist

Affluenza

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Oct 26, 2005

Affluenza is a dangerous illness that Christians are either afflicted with or susceptible to, and we must be on guard against it.

Affluenza TCF Sermon October 23, 2005 There’s a illess going around. You’ve definitely heard of it, even if not by the name I’ll use today. It’s not the bird flu. It’s not the regular flu for which many of you have already gotten flu shots, or will be getting one soon. It’s not one of the more ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Broken Opportunities (And Harry Potter, Too)

Contributed by Tony Myles on Jul 26, 2005

There are broken opportunities all around us where we can join God in reaching a dark world. If we are all originally made in His image, then we can help uncover that image in others as we bear His image to the world.

Broken Opportunities Genesis 1, 3 Good morning! · It’s a blessing to be back to share with you again. The last time I was here I took you through the whole Bible. Where do you go from there? · Genesis, chapter 1. Genesis 1: God’s image · In the first statement in Genesis, God is seen as the ...read more

Denomination: *other

Worry Free Wireless Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Sep 3, 2005

4th message in an 8 week series on the Lord’s Prayer. This one deals with the phrase: "Give us today our daily bread..."

Can You Hear Me Now? Good! Week 4 “Worry-Free Wireless” MATTHEW 6:11, 25-34 INTRODUCTION: The story is told of 4 men who were flying in a small commuter plane when the pilot noticed engine trouble. It wasn’t but a few minutes later when all power died he knew they were going down. So, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:11

Denomination: Christian Church

Rollover Minutes Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Sep 3, 2005

6th message in an 8 week series on the Lord’s Prayer. This one deals with the phrase: "as we forgive those who sin against us..."

Can You Hear Me Now? Good! Week 6 “Rollover Minutes” MATTHEW 5:44, 6:12b & 14-15 INTRODUCTION: There are several jobs I can think of that would be uncomfortable and I wonder why anyone wants to do them. One is a traffic cop. In a lot of departments there is an officer(s) assigned to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12-15

Denomination: Christian Church