Sermons on Wrong Thinking:

A Pickip Load Of Manure Series

Contributed by David Wilson on Feb 17, 2009

Giving unto God those things that belong to God is a bit tougher than we think!

Mark 12:13-17 “A pickup full of Manure” To understand this text we need to understand the Herodian philosophy. As these men came to try to “catch” Jesus in his words we know that their intentions were evil. The Herodians were likely part of the court of king Herod who supported his kingship ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

God, Man, And Beasts - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 21, 2021

What happens with man's thinking regarding themselves and animals when God is omitted?

Job 40 God, Man, and Beast – Part 1 God spoke in Job Chapters 38-41 to challenge Job and in a way God challenges all people (including every person today), by asking questions which only God can truly answer! The point of God’s questioning is: No matter how smart, how religious, how ambitious a ...read more

Scripture: Job 40:1-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Hidden Power Of The Poor Series

Contributed by Stephen Schwambach on Jun 18, 2007

Most people think poor people have no power; nothing could be further from the truth!

THE HIDDEN POWER OF THE POOR BTCC Summit • November 19, 2006 “Unexpected Power” Part 1 IMAG 01 – Private Premiere Performance cards [Explain LCT Private Premiere Performance cards] • (Ushers have passed them out during offering) IMAG 02 – Unexpected Power “Unexpected Power” series: • Romans ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 19:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Word Of God And Righteousness Series

Contributed by Freedom Obanijesu on May 26, 2020

Since when I was saved I have seen many so called Christians suffering from self-condemnation and guilt which is quite wrong.

Since when I was saved I have seen many Christians suffering from self-condemnation and guilt. Having suffered myself of the same I know what it means to feel self-condemned and guilty. But I don’t need to share my own experiences. The Bible explained the fact in 1 John 3:21-22 that when our heart ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:21-22, Romans 3:20-28, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Galatians 3:26

Denomination: Bible Church

'christian' Means 'like Christ'

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Oct 18, 2005

Too many church goers think they are Christians because they do not know the real definition of the word "Christian".

We were created by God to worship Him. That is our purpose. God’s plan is for us to worship Him. But, there is something else we are supposed to do, too. We are supposed to be like Christ. If you would take a random poll and ask people in America what they think being a Christian means, most ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:22-23

Denomination: *other

The Da Vinci Delusion

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on May 16, 2006

The Da Vinci Code has pushed all the wrong buttons for orthodox Christianity. There are four basic reasons why believers are upset about the upcoming movie.

The Da Vinci Delusion Matthew 16:13 / 2 Corinthians 11:1-4 Josh McDowell makes a great case when he describes the insidious nature of the Da Vinci Code. He states, "It’s not that the majority of our churched young people aren’t interested in spiritual things and don’t want a relationship with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13

Denomination: Baptist

4. Thoughts In 2 Peter - Number Four - Stirrers In The Lord – Peter Is A Correct Stirrer - 2 Peter 3:1-2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 11, 2026

The perceptive preacher will challenge with the same scriptures BY WHICH HE HIMSELF IS STIRRED UP, otherwise preaching has become a farce and is empty. A man can not preach a word to touch others if he, himself, has not been touched initially by the word he preaches.

4. THOUGHTS IN 2 PETER - NUMBER FOUR - STIRRERS IN THE LORD – PETER IS A CORRECT STIRRER - 2 PETER 3:1-2 PART 1 – THE INTRODUCTION We live in the days of professional stirrers. These agitators seem to be found at every protest, whether it be political, environmental, “gay rights”, mining ...read more

Scripture: John 21:18-19, 2 Peter 1:12-15, 2 Corinthians 10:10, 1 Corinthians 4:20, 2 Peter 1:21, 2 Peter 3:2, Hebrews 12:1-2, Philippians 1:10, 2 Peter 3:1, 2 Timothy 2:3-4, Matthew 10:37-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christian Meditation

Contributed by Russell (Rusty) Pruitt on Jun 9, 2018

God's purpose for every Christian is to conform us to the image of Christ (Rom. 8:29). And how is that done? Through the transformation of our thinking (Rom. 12:1-2). And what is a method for transforming our thinking? By meditating on the Words of God!

CHRISTIAN MEDITATION TEXT: PSALM 143:5 **READ** INTRODUCTION: THE PSALMIST OF OUR TEXT IS DAVID. GOD SAYS OF HIM THAT HE’S A MAN AFTER GOD’S OWN HEART" (I SAM. 13:14). TO MAKE CLEARER THE LORD'S OPINION OF DAVID, HE SPOKE THROUGH THE APOSTLE PAUL SAYING: "HE (GOD) RAISED UP…DAVID TO BE ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret Of Joyful Giving Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 5, 2004

Most of us when we think about joy in connection with money, think about the joy that it will bring when we get it, but the greatest joy of money is when we give it away for a greater purpose.

Restoring the Joy A Study of the Book of Philippians Sermon # 13 “The Secret of Joyful Giving” Philippians 4:10, 14-19 Today we are going to finish a series that we have been calling “Restoring the Joy.” This ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-19, Philippians 4:14

Denomination: Baptist

See God's New Thing! (Isaiah 43:16-21) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jun 6, 2024

There are helpful and unhelpful ways to think about the past, and about God's past acts of salvation. God encourages his people to stop thinking about the exodus, and see his new act of salvation.

I'd like to start today by setting you up, so to speak, and reminding you about your Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. God proved his love for the world, and his affection, and his faithfulness, by sending Jesus to earth. Jesus, as King, ushered in God's kingdom onto earth. Jesus came to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:16-21, Exodus 15:1-18

The Power Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Jan 1, 2023

The power of the cross is so great that we've chosen to make this cross the emblem. We look at that cross and we don't just think about death, we think about life.

I think there's something inside of all of our hearts that loves superheroes. I think that as I was growing up, I really liked the Old Testament Bible stories of Samson, David, Moses, and Joshua. Those are great stories. I can imagine the Jewish young men growing up, the disciples themselves ...read more

Scripture: John 12:27-50

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Have You Ever Noticed How Criticism Can Be A Way Of Life?

Contributed by Dr. George Calhoun on Oct 30, 2008

In a culture where the lines of right and wrong, good and evil have become blurred, how and who determines what is the standard for what is true and what is false?

Have you ever noticed how criticism can be a way of life? In fact, we might say that it is the democratic way of life and an integral part of our society. We have music critics, art critics, drama critics and movies critics. Politicians, athletes, teachers and preachers are critiqued. We critique ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-42

Denomination: Baptist

Can A Person Commit Suicide And Still Go To Heaven

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Sep 16, 2004

This is not a sermon like the title would have you think. It is talking about Spiritual Suicide and not physical.

Can a Person Commit Suicide and Still Go to Heaven? 9/11/04 Mark 10:17-22 A question that I have often been asked is if a Christian commits suicide will they still go to Heaven or not? The answer to the question is in the question itself. If you are truly a Christian, no matter how you die, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: *other

A Reason To Be Thankful

Contributed by Steve Salmon on Nov 24, 2002

In preparation for Thanksgiving, let’s think about some things we have to be thankful for.

A Reason to Be Thankful Romans 8:28-39 SICC 11.24/02 – Morning I am going to help you out this morning, so listen closely. I don’t know where you are celebrating Thanksgiving, but beware, your host may have read an article in the newspaper, or worse yet in one of those family magazines and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Things Don't Happen Like You Expect

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 24, 2007

An look at how to respond when things aren’t going the way you think they should.

WHEN THINGS DON’T HAPPEN LIKE YOU EXPECT - 2 Chronicles 32:1-8 Verse 1 says, Sennacherib, king of Assyria came and entered Judah. I don’t know about you, but I wouldn’t want anyone invading my country. I wouldn’t want people coming in and stomping all over the place, destroying my cities and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 32:1-8

Denomination: Baptist