Sermons on Thinking:

Right Thinking, Right Living

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Jan 5, 2009

The way we think determines the way we live: We need to have the mind of Christ.

Right Thinking, Right Living January 4, 2009 The way we think affects the way we live. Right living starts on the inside, having the mind of Christ. "A good person produces good from the good treasure of his heart, and an evil person produces evil from an evil treasure, because the mouth speaks ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Whatever Were You Thinking Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 5, 2008

God holds Christians responsible to ensure that they are prepared to worship before they approach His Table. We prepare through sharing our lives with our fellow believers.

1 CORINTHIANS 11:27 WHATEVER WERE YOU THINKING? “Whoever, therefore, eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty concerning the body and blood of the Lord.” “Whatever was he thinking?” That is the question on the minds of many people who read of the fall of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:27

Denomination: Baptist

There Is A Difference In Thinking, Doing, And Doctrine

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 19, 2008

In this message, we need to consider two areas of doctrine: 1- Whom we believe 2- What we believe

INTRO.- ILL.- A little boy told his mother one day that he was 7 feet tall. She questioned him, saying, "You know better than that! You shouldn’t fib!" He said, "I am 7 feet tall because I just measured myself with this little ruler that I made!" Any time we measure ourselves with our own ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:18-28, Acts 18:10-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Shrinking Power Of Binary Thinking

Contributed by Mark Foreman on Jul 23, 2009

This message explains why "either/or" thinking doesn’t work in the Kingdom of God, and we should expand our perspective to include "both/and" thinking.

We are discovering the ways we shrink Jesus in our own minds, from the robust love and nature that is truly His. ? The great "I Am" is calling you and is with you to transform you and this world. ? Either/or thinking often shrinks Jesus in our minds and in our lives. * Trip to the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-51

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Forward Thinking For The Follower Of Christ

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 26, 2010

SOMEONE ONCE SAID, “FAITH SEES THE INVISIBLE, BELIEVES THE INCREDIBLE, AND RECEIVES THE IMPOSSIBLE”. HERE IN OUR PASSAGE TODAY, WE SEE ABRAHAM LIVING AND ACTING OUT THE REALITY OF THIS STATEMENT. EVERYTHING ABRAHAM DOES IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE DEATH OF

FORWARD THINKING FOR THE FOLLOWER OF CHRIST Genesis 23:1-20 INTRODUCTION: SOMEONE ONCE SAID, “FAITH SEES THE INVISIBLE, BELIEVES THE INCREDIBLE, AND RECEIVES THE IMPOSSIBLE”. HERE IN OUR PASSAGE TODAY, WE SEE ABRAHAM LIVING AND ACTING OUT THE REALITY OF THIS STATEMENT. EVERYTHING ABRAHAM DOES IN ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 23:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Thinking Big In Small Places

Contributed by Donny Granberry on Feb 16, 2008

A great message on vision. If God be our partner, then let our dreams be big.

Thinking Big in Small Places By: Pastor Donny Granberry Humor One day my mother was out and my dad was in charge of me and my brother who is four years older than I am. I was maybe 3 and one half years old and had just recovered from an accident in which my arm had been broken among other ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Not Who You Think He Is Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Mar 12, 2003

Being a Christain means confessing that Jesus is the Messiah, but our views of what a Messiah should be doesn’t always fit Jesus.

As I as watching a Lakers game this last week, I saw Kobe Bryant put on an amazing shooting performance. Kobe set an NBA record by making 12 three point shots during the game, nine of the shots he made in a row. It was truly amazing to watch. I was excited, the fans at Staples Center were excited, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Thinking Like Jesus Does”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Mar 24, 2003

If Jesus had a passion for "sinners" why do they feel so unwelcome in our churches today?

Illus.: Four Preachers Confess Four preachers met for a friendly gathering. During the conversation one preacher said, “Our people come to us and pour out their hears, confess certain sins and needs. Let’s do the same. Confession is good for the soul.” In due time all agree. One of them said that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Renew Your Thinking

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 12, 2003

Paul urged the early Christians to replace their old sinful natural responses to difficulties with new attitudes. The great apostle wrote, "Put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires. To be made new in the attitude of your mi

Someone once said, "Attitude is everything." People with great attitude succeed. Those with negative attitudes fail. Illustration;Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: To choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s way. Viktor Frankl, concentration ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:21-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 2 - The Thinking Pillar Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Oct 14, 2006

Part 2 of our House of Faith Series entitled: The Thinking Pillar. We will look at how once we have the Word of God as our foundation, with Jesus Christ as our Cornerstone, we can begin to allow the Holy Spirit to build upon that firm foundation. The f

The House of Faith Part 2 – The Thinking Pillar Rev. Bruce A. Shields House of Faith Ministries www.PS127.org WELCOME Last week we began our series ‘The House of Faith’, by discussing the importance of the foundation of our faith being the teachings of the Apostles and Prophets, with Christ ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Bible Church

Think Before You Pray

Contributed by Mark Adams on Oct 15, 2006

This sermon looks at Matthew’s account of the Lord’s exemplary prayer; specifically in light of what it requires of us to pray what Jesus prays.

NOTE: When I list a verse number or passage, it is intended for you to read the indicated verse aloud ______________________________________________________ (OPEN BIBLES TO Matthew 6) In my lesson tonight, I do not expect that anything I say to you will be new and different than what you’ve heard ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thinking Faith & The Life Question

Contributed by Jody Brock on Oct 20, 2006

This sermon examines the question of our choice to live for ourself or live for God.

Hebrews 11: 24-28 “Thinking Faith & The Life Question” If you’re a thinker can you really be a follower of Christ? Can you live your life for our faith? Hebrews 11: vs. 24 is account in the life of Moses. Time when Moses had to think, make a choice. Had to choose what his life would be ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:24-28

Denomination: Methodist

Think Of What You Are Doing!

Contributed by Phillip Wright on May 28, 2006

Having the knowledge of Christ and failing to share only proves that it means nothing to you; because if it truely did you would not be able to be silent.

Think of what you are doing! Luke 8:16-21 By: Rev. Phillip A. Wright Jewell Baptist Chapel North Bay, NY. Introduction: This morning we will look into the Parable of the Revealed Light. Did you ever have something that others would love to have seen or look at and never said anything? Did you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Men And Women Think Differently Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 13, 2006

If you are going to minister to people of both genders, you have to respect both genders and try to understand how both genders operate. This is true in marriage, church, evangelism, business, and community.

Men and Women Think Differently (Genesis 3:1-7) 1. The differences between men and women are legion. 2. For example, "In a Harvard study of several hundred preschoolers, researchers discovered an interesting phenomenon. As they taped the children’s playground conversation, they realized that all ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Do You Think

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Sep 22, 2008

A sermon for the 20th Sunday after Pentecost A sermon about repentance

20th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 21 Lectionary 26 Matthew 21:23-32 What do you think? 23* ¶ And when he entered the temple, the chief priests and the elders of the people came up to him as he was teaching, and said, "By what authority are you doing these things, and who gave you this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32

Denomination: Lutheran