Heart and Mind on Rice Family Ministries

Romans 8:1

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Conflict Resolved

Romans 8:1-4

Introduction

While Romans 8:1 is the start of a new chapter, it is not the start of a new topic. It carries over from Chapter 7, in which the great conflict within every believer is discussed. It draws to a close with the question, “O wretched man that I am! Who shall deliver me from the body of this death?” Rom 7:24.

While there is eternal deliverance in Jesus Christ through Salvation, Paul now once again makes a play on words, with condemnation. Not every time that condemnation is used in the Bible is it talking about eternal condemnation.

Proverbs 3:1

Wed, 20 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000

February 20, 2019

Forget Not

Pro 3:1-6

Intro.

I have been taking the passages one paragraph at a time. Usually the paragraph tends to have a fluid theme that runs through it. There are many things that tie these verses together, and yet at the same time, it is necessary to treat each of these topics on their own. The depth of thought that runs through each one, certainly merits a message in and of itself. We could entitle it the “Not” series.

Proverbs 3:7

Wed, 10 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000

April 10, 2019

Proverbs 3:7-8

Intro.

Character is: 3. the particular quality or the sum of qualities, by which a person or a thing is distinguished from others; the stamp impressed by nature, education, or habit; that which a person or thing really is. 4. Strength of mind; resolution; independence; individuality 5. Moral quality; the principles and motives that control the life; 6. Quality, position, rank, or capacity; quality or conduct with respect to a certain office or duty 7. The estimate, individual or general, put upon a person or thing; reputation. - (Webster’s 1913)

Proverbs 4:20

Sun, 23 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000

June 23, 2019

Guard your Heart

Intro.

Every passage we have looked at in Proverbs should impact our life, and change our life, however tonight, my prayer is that your life will be changed on a very deep level. The passage we are going to look at will give you the very key to changing the whole direction in your life. It should change the way you look at everything.

Proverbs 7:1

Wed, 14 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000

August 14, 2019

Importance of the Word

Proverbs 7:1-5

Intro.

These first few verses stress the importance of the Word of God. Again, we see the introduction, “My son”, once again as a father to a son. It is fair to take this as the Father, to you, his child.

I. Priority of the Word (1-2)

A. Lifeline - “and live”

Salvation - eternal life

Sin, State of man (lost, undone, empty, needy), Saviour, Salvation!

Psalm 73

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000

October 02, 2024

Change in Perspective

Psalm 73:1-3

Introduction

Most of the Psalms we have dealt with have been written by David. We are now given a series of Psalms that are ascribed to Asaph. It is unclear wether they were all written by Asaph, or simply given to his care to sing them. According to Scripture he did both of those things.

2 Chronicles 29:30 Moreover Hezekiah the king and the princes commanded the Levites to sing praise unto the LORD with the words of David, and of Asaph the seer. And they sang praises with gladness, and they bowed their heads and worshipped.

Psalm 108 - Pathway to Victory

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

December 31, 2025

The Pathway to Victory

Psalm 108:1-5

Introduction

I want to end the year on a high note. Being in church is always a blessing! It is not a chore, it is to be prioritized, because it is a blessing. Tonight, we will continue through the Psalms, but tonight’s Psalm gives us a Pathway to Victory.

Charles Spurgeon in his Treasury of David, points out this Psalm is actually pulled from two other Psalms to make one. Psalm 57:7-11 closely mirrors the first 5 verses of Psalm 108. And Psalm 60:5-12 closely mirror the following 6-13 verses of Psalm 108.

Mark 12:1-12 - Response to Preaching

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000

April 12, 2026

Response to Preaching

Mark 12:1-12

Introduction

We have a parable from the Lord. A parable is an earthly story with a heavenly meaning. It is something the people of the day would relate to and understand. Many of the parables, are not always things we relate to in life, but we certainly can understand them easily. This parable is no different. This parable was specifically geared towards the pharisees, and was condemning them. It was very obvious to them as well.

Proverbs 18:20

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000

April 15, 2020

Life Lessons

Proverbs 18:20-24

Introduction

Lord willing I would like to finish this chapter up. Again, these thoughts are not always tied together, so we will simply take each verse as it stands. The first two verses deal with the same subject matter, so we are able to put those under the same point.

I. Words to mean something (Proverbs 18:20)

A. Power of words (Pro 18:21)

1. Your words carry a lot of weight.

2. Some words, are not helpful. Matter of fact, they are empty over all.

James 3:10-12 Out of the same mouth proceedeth blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not so to be. 11 Doth a fountain send forth at the same place sweet water and bitter? 12 Can the fig tree, my brethren, bear olive berries? either a vine, figs? so can no fountain both yield salt water and fresh.

Proverbs 19 - Influence

Tue, 12 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000

May 12, 2020

Character of Heart

Proverbs 19

As we continue to look at our influence in this world, it is important to remember and think about these things. These proverbs have many different ways to look at them. As I have categorized them, we are only looking at one category they fit into.

I. Place – Pro 19:10

Prov. 19:10 ¶ Delight is not seemly for a fool; much less for a servant to have rule over princes.

Proverbs 21 - Treasure

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000

August 19, 2020

Treasures

Proverbs 21:5-6

Introduction

A practical look at treasure, getting, gain, finances and the christian.

I. Diligent Gain (Pro 21:5a)

Pro 21:5a – The thoughts of the diligent tend only to plenteousness;

A. Person of diligence (Joseph was diligent)

A diligent person is someone who is steady in application to business, they are in constant effort to accomplish the goal.
Christians should be diligent people, the ant is one of the most diligent of creation, and God tells us to observer their ways! They are constantly diligently preparing for winter.

B. Planning, preparing (Joseph prepared)

Some people act with no thought!
A diligent person, will be thinking ahead, planning and preparing!
Someone wise once said, “Prior proper planning prevents poor performance.” - not Bible, still good.
Not all plans work, but having no plan is in essence planning to fail.

C. Plenteousness (Egypt had plenty)

There is provisions for hard times.

II. Deceitful Gain (Pro 21:5b, 6)

Prov. 21:5b ...but of every one that is hasty only to want.

Proverbs 21 - Misc

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000

September 9, 2020

Proverbs of Life

Proverbs 21

Introduction

We have the six miscellaneous verses left in Proverbs 21 that I couldn’t put into a category. So we will cover several things and try to get through all of them this evening. These could all be thrown into a very general category of Life. How to live life.

I. Choosing a Right spirit (attitude) or spouse (9, 19)

NOTE:

1 Chronicles 28:8-10 - Set Your mind to it

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000

September 13, 2026

Set your Mind to it

1 Chronicles 28:8-10

Introduction

We are staying within the series of the mind, but we are expanding it a little to the future. It really is a message to the next generation. I’m 50 years old, I have more years behind me than I have in front of me. However, I want the influence, and impact of my life to count for the cause of Christ. I’m not resigning to be done, there is much work to do.

Mind of Christ - Philippians 2:1-5

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000

August 23, 2026

The Mind of Christ

Philippians 2:1-5

Introduction

We started a little mini series on the mind. We have talked about our mind being stayed on God (Isa 26:3). We have considered what things we are to think about in Phil 4:8. Last week we saw 4 types of minds in the Bible, 1. The Condemned mind 2. The Carnal mind 3. The corrupt mind 4. The Converted mind.

What Kind of Mind do you have? - 2 Corinthians 4:4

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000

August 16, 2026

What Kind of Mind do you have?

Introduction

We have been looking at what the Bible says about the mind. There are a lot of helpful verses that cover the topic. We examined Isaiah 26:3

Isaiah 26:3 — Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.

We looked at

Philippians 4:8 —8 Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.

Consider your Thoughts - Philippians 4:8

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000

August 2, 2026

Consider your Thoughts

Philippians 4:8

Introduction

Isaiah 26:3 — Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.

Last week, we looked at this verse. In studying for the message, I was reminded of our text for tonight.

We are jumping in at the conclusion of Paul’s message to the believers that are in Philippi. There has already been a lot covered, and this is not the first time he has mentioned their mind, or their thoughts. It is probably the most direct time though.

Perfect Peace - Isaiah 26:3

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000

July 26, 2026

Perfect Peace

Isaiah 26:3

Introduction

Peace is something much sought after in this world. I’m not talking about world peace, I’m talking about Personal Peace. Many people are seeking after peace. Many people turn to alcohol, drugs, or something that numbs their mind to find peace. The problem with that, it is only a temporary mask for peace, when the alcohol or drugs wears off, the problems are still there.

David becomes King

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000

October 26, 2025 - AM

David Becomes King

2 Samuel 5:1-5

Introduction

Leadership is important, but godly leadership is far better than worldly leadership. The majority of books on leadership (even many of those authored by christians) emphasize a humanistic, worldly type of leadership over God’s leadership manual.

Humanistic leadership is used to in the professional world to build corporations, and is vastly different a style than that of spiritual leadership taught and emphasized in the Scripture.

A Champion

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000

October 19, 2025

A Champion

1 Sam 17:1-4

Introduction

We have a familiar Bible story, and yet, maybe it has been years since you heard a message out of it. Sometimes familiar stories get overlooked because of their familiarity. And yet there are so many lessons that can be drawn from them.

One summer, a man bought a fancy new car—a bright red sports model that turned heads wherever it went. Everyone was impressed as it rolled down the road. Sadly, it often broke down, and sat on the side of the road. It was a problematic car, with a bad engine, lots of problems. It is easy to be impressed with appearances, but what is on the inside, and how reliable is far more important than what it looks like!

Looking unto Jesus

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000

January 12, 2025

Looking Unto Jesus

Heb 12:1-3

Introduction

Our theme this year is, "Looking unto Jesus". There is no greater example in our life than Jesus Christ. Know one knows what 2025 holds, no one knows what is going to transpire in your life this year. It may be good, prosperity, good health, good times... but there may be troubles, problems, loss, financial hardship, health problems, whatever it is that takes place in 2025, we MUST keep our eyes on Christ. Through the good and the bad! He is our great example in all!