Adrian Rogers: The Battle for Your Mind (2145)

Sermon Overview
Scripture Passage: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5
Whether we realize it or not, there is a battle raging in our minds at every moment: spiritual warfare between light and darkness, good and evil, Jesus Christ and Satan. We cannot afford to be ignorant, and we cannot possibly be neutral.
2 Corinthians 10 shares encouragement for us in this battle for our minds.
First, this passage warns us of the warfare of our foe.
There is a deadly array of demons dedicated to the destruction of our thought lives. They are under the authority of the prince of darkness-the devil. He wants our minds, because it is through the mind that God communicates, changes, and controls us. When we’re saved, we receive the mind of Christ, and use our minds in different capacities than we once did. The devil wants to corrupt our minds so we fall out of fellowship with Christ.
Second, this passage addresses the weakness of our flesh.
“For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh” (2 Corinthians 10:3).
The spiritual battle is not in the flesh, but our flesh can be a point of weakness in our fight. We do not have what it takes to overcome on our own.
This passage also reminds us of the weapons of our fight.
“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…” (2 Corinthians 10:4-5).
One of our weapons is the sovereignty of God, who is our Commander-in-Chief in this fight.
We also have the authority of our commission, as 2 Corinthians 10:8 says: “For even if I should boast somewhat more about our authority, which the Lord gave us for edification and not for your destruction, I shall not be ashamed…”
Finally, remember, we have our certain courage.
Jesus Christ has already won the war. We win the battle each and every day by guarding our minds with all diligence (See Proverbs 4:23.).
Apply it to your life
Adrian Rogers says, “Center your mind upon Jesus. Don’t let the devil take away your pure-hearted devotion to the Lord Jesus Christ. Stay in love with Him and there won’t be any room for those filthy, wicked, lustful, prideful thoughts that bombard us all.”
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[@dustinkay274]

Please pray for me as I have struggled with the mind. The devil is always attacking with thoughts but I know there is power in Jesus.

[@jessyjonas4988]

“…We have the mind of Christ “

[@mariotta7132]

Jesus is Lord. ❤️🙌💯

[@Angel77_7]

Wow. ALL crimes are hate crimes. So true. Miss this great preacher.

[@jessyjonas4988]

“ He has not given us the Spirit of fear but of Power and of Love and a Sound mind”

[@randallraker]

Adrian Rogers is definitely my favorite Preacher/Teacher of all time that I’ve ever personally heard. I hope God blesses all of you reading this. I’m thankful for what Jesus Christ did for us all. So thankful for the Holy Spirit that resides in us and guides us. Praise God. Thank you for your mercy and grace!

[@pjpammyj4037]

Lol It amazes me how true his sermons are today!!! God is working for the goodness to come into all areas of our lives.

[@JohannaLeigh]

His messages are worthy of many listens and note-taking!

[@intheendgodwins863]

There is no other preacher who can preach the way Pastor Rogers did. RIP to the best bible teacher that ever lived.

[@nokalkr3622]

Praise the Lord ❤️🙏

[@MayraPCTweety]

I can do all things through Christ.

[@servantofMostHighELELON]

A heart of gold like Mr. Adrian's is more valuable than every dollar on earth. May all be of his value in God's creation.

[@wordforthespirit7852]

Adrian Rogers was a great preacher and as far as I know he was a very good man.

[@cynthial.larsen1391]

I Love The Precious Spirit Of God That Comes Through So Sweetly Through Dr Rogers ❤️ I Listen To Adrian Rogers As Often As I Can I Listen To Him On WARV CHRISTIAN Radio And I Listen Through Your LOVE WORTH FINDING Webpage, He Is So Insightful And Knowledgeable I Enjoy Studying The Bible With Him ❣️ Thank You Jesus For This Ministry ❣️ Amen and Amen ❣️

[@Diesel44]

An educated unbeliever is just a "clever devil"! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 😎 Good word Pastor.

[@thriveinfaith]

Thank you God for this I praise you Jesus ❤

[@markm3.16]

I miss Mr. Adrian Rogers. He is one of my favorite preachers/teachers if not my most favorite. His passion and mannerisms are such as speak straight to your heart making you want to be the best you can be and serve God to the fullest.

[@jasonbourne4670]

Too many churches not preaching the whole council of God. They don't mention the devil, or outright deny his existence. Thank you for this sermon.

[@ALIGHTdaily]

Amen! Jesus has the guidebook that is essential to us winning our spiritual battles.

[@joanngrace3383]

Pastor Roger's, I love your messages they really touch my heart. I have been walking with Jesus for 70 years it gets sweater and sweater. Thank You.