Sermons on Toxic Mind:

Being Under The Influence Ii

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jul 20, 2008

Our minds are either under the influence of our sinful nature or the Holy Spirit.

Title: Being Under the Influence II Text: Romans 8:1-11 The Big Idea: There are two ways to be controlled: Our minds are either under the influence of our own sinful nature or the Holy Spirit. Introduction “Lobbyists, according to various definitions, contact, inform, communicate, try to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Word Of Knowledge

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Jan 5, 2011

The word of knowledge is supernatural revelation, by the Holy Spirit, of certain facts in the mind of God.

1 Corinthians 12:7-12 "But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all: for to one is given the word of wisdom, through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, to another the gift of faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healings ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Getting A Grip On Life

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Oct 25, 2011

We get a grip on life when we develop the proper frame of mind.

“Getting A Grip On Life” John 21:1-23 I confess that I have never watched a full episode of the once popular television series The X Files. But I saw enough of it to know that it dealt with the super natural and the unexplainable in life. In its own unique way it demonstrated the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Kind Of Love Is God Looking For?

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Apr 22, 2014

God demands that you love him with all your heart, soul, and mind.

“What Kind of Love is God Looking For From Us?” Deut. 6.4-6 February 9, 2014 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A If you go to KFC, you have a choice of dark or white meat, it’s what you prefer. 1 My favorite is white meat (Ms. Pam’s is the dark), my ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Content--Not Settled

Contributed by Pastor Duncan Shabane on May 21, 2020

we are always looking for more, we are never satisfied ** content__peace of mind

we are always looking for more, we are never satisfied ** content__peace of mind __mental and emotional satisfaction ** when something is new we wanna settle it ** Christ is enough ** If God said it that settles it ** let us not settle for any less than God's will ** ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Other

Joy Series

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Nov 30, 2019

Please keep in mind this sermon was written for residents in an ALF memory care facility.

Sermon On Joy Market Street ( A memory care facility in Tarpon Springs, FL) December 1 2019 Welcome the church that meets at Market Street. Review gift of the Holy Spirit and who the church is. Talk about the woman at the well. Discuss again and we have the gift of the Holy Spirit and we truly are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Crutch Series

Contributed by John Sears on Nov 21, 2013

Is Christianity a crutch for the weak minded and naive? How should Christians respond to the criticism?

I wonder if you have heard this statement. It goes something like this. “Christianity is only for those who are weak; it only offers consolation to life’s losers.” Have you heard it or seen this criticism? Just watch TV or go see a movie sometime. Read comments under Christian Facebook ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Christian Church

The Veiled Gospel

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 9, 2013

There is a veil over the eyes, and minds of unbelievers. It is only in Jesus Christ that the veil is removed.

“The Veiled Gospel” 2 Cor. 4:3-18 I. THE GOSPEL IS VEILED TO THOSE WHO ARE PERISHING. 1.) God's Physical Light is there for all mankind. A.) In creation, God said: “Let Light shine out of the darkness.” aa.) The creation of physical light into this world was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:3-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Guides The Wise

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 8, 2016

Jesus can be found by simply opening our hearts and minds to the Gospel message.

God Guides The Wise Text: Matthew 2:1-12 Introduction 1. “Holiday time is highway time. Ever since the magi packed their bags for Bethlehem, the birth of Jesus has caused people to hit the road. Our Christmas trips have a lot in common with the one of the wise men. We don’t camp with camels, ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Sermon On Obsession

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 3, 2021

Obsession is defined as an idea or thought that continually preoccupies or intrudes on a person’s mind.

John Ortberg, an American evangelical Christian author once remarked: “Being deeply contented with God in my everyday life is a focused attitude. It is always available. It means practising letting go of my obsession with how I’m doing. It means training myself to learn to actually be present with ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:2, Proverbs 16:9, Colossians 4:5

Stewardship, Solidarity And Wages Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 7, 2015

A just social system must come from the conversion of many minds and hearts.

Thursday of 32nd week in course 2015 Joy of the Gospel What is the kingdom of God? Is it imposed from outside ourselves? Jesus is very clear on this point. The various sects and political parties in Palestine during the first century thought that the reign of God would be imposed, especially ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:20-25

Denomination: Catholic

Living In Victory

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Feb 13, 2023

God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, of love, and of a sound mind.

Living in Victory! 2Tim 1:6-8 Before September 9th, 2001, the vast majority of Americans didn’t really have a clue when it came to terrorism. Oh, we had seen the news reports on TV and in the newspapers, but it never really meant all that much to us because we were largely unaffected by it. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6-8

Denomination: Methodist

Don't Just Settle Anywhere! Series

Contributed by Diana Tyler on Jan 28, 2023

Be mindful of the company you keep because bad company corrupts good character.

Sodom and Gomorrah were so wicked that God decided to destroy those cities. Everything and everyone were going to be destroyed. Had it not been for Abraham interceding to God, Lot and his family would have been destroyed with everything else. Genesis 18:16-33. That night, two angels came to the ...read more

Isaiah 53: Will Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 25, 2024

Isaiah predicted Jesus’ single-minded devotion to the will of God prompting the same in us.

ISAIAH 53 SERIES: WILL OF THE LORD ISAIAH 53:10 | #Isaiah53 PERSON IN THE CONGREGATION READS ISAIAH 53 READ ISAIAH 53:1-12 (ESV) “Who has believed what he has heard from us? And to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed? 2 For He grew up before Him like a young plant, and like a root out of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mental Development Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 1, 2025

Mental development is the sharpening and cultivation of the mind to think, learn, and make sound decisions.

MENTAL DEVELOPMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 12:2 – “And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.” Supporting Texts: Proverbs 4:7, Philippians 4:8, Daniel ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God