Tenth Church Sermons True to the New You
Apr 27, 2014
A sermon explores how a changed mindset mirrors spiritual transformation. It highlights truth-telling and why honesty matters in community. Anger is examined with practical limits and forgiveness encouraged. Work, generosity, and honest labor are affirmed as ways to serve others. Speech is considered powerful—words can heal or harm, so pray before you speak.
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1959 Retreat Reversed Signs Of Aging
- Dr. Ellen Langer's 1979 experiment showed mindset changes aged men by asking them to live as if it were 1959.
- After a week pretending to be 55, participants improved flexibility, posture, eyesight, memory and looked younger in photos.
New Identity In Christ Changes Behavior
- Paul taught believers undergo radical spiritual transformation and gain a new identity as adopted children of God.
- That new identity shapes how people think, live, and belong to a spiritual family in Ephesians chapters 1–2.
Put Off Falsehood And Speak Truthfully
- Put off falsehood and speak truthfully because Christians are members of one body and must protect the community.
- Truth-telling prevents grieving the Holy Spirit and stops lies from giving the devil a foothold in your life.
