Sermons on abuse of power and position:

Positive Perserverance Prompts Prosperity

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Mar 8, 2002

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Positive Perseverance Prompts Prosperity Hebrews 12:1-3 Eric A. Snyder, Minister Farwell Church of Christ October 28, 2001 Mike Ditka, New Orleans Saints football coach with a reputation for optimism, came into the locker room to give his team a pre-game pep talk. "All right Boys!" he said, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let Us Dwell On The Positive

Contributed by Douglas Swift on Jan 31, 2001

Military Memorial Ceremony Message

This is a seven to ten minute military memorial message. Apart from changing the name of the soldier and personal stories about the soldier, this message is appropriate for all types of audiences. [MESSAGE BEGINS HERE] We are gathered here today to remember Private Jimmy Ray Byrd. To remember ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6, Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Staying Positive In A Negative World

Contributed by Ruel Camia on Feb 8, 2007

We live in a negative World (John 16:33) This negative world has many problems We are affected by the world’s trouble Violence, war, crime Alcohol, abortion, home breakups Isa sa pangunahing nagpapakita ng mga negatibong bagay sa ating relasyon ay an

TITLE: STAYING POSITIVE IN A NEGATIVE WORLD. TEXT: Philippians 4:6-9 INTRODUCTION Isang babae ang nakausap ko at humihingi ng payo kung ano ang gagawin n’ya sa kanilang pagsasamang mag-asawa, sa tinagal daw ng kanilang pagsasama ay di daw s’ya nakatikim ng kahit na konting ginhawa wala daw ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Absolutely Positively Proper Perspective

Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Aug 26, 2010

Having a Positive Attitude is a vital aspect of a successful Christian life, this sermon looks at ways that the proper perspective insures our success.

THE ABSOLUTELY POSITIVELY PROPER PERSPECTIVE (All my sermons use illustrations found on sermoncentral.com and all scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted) Having the proper perspective is truly one of the most important things we can have in life. Another way of saying this is: Having a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Making A Positive Impact For Jesus

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 7, 2007

John the Baptist made a big impact on many people. This sermon encourages people to make a positive impact (for Jesus) upon people, and not simply to be going through the motions

Just occasionally we come across someone who makes a big impact upon us. Early in my life John Stainer made an impact upon me. At the time he had a big bushy beard – a bit like I imagine John the Baptist. John was my Sunday school teacher (John Stainer that is, not the Baptist), and he made an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

Positioned To Approach The Throne Of God Series

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on May 12, 2011

Mark 11:25 – 26; Luke 18:14; Galatians 6: 1-2; Ephesians 4:32

Has a foreigner ever approached you on the street? The person might want to ask for directions or be seeking some type of information. However, because they are not familiar with our customs, their approach causes you to move away. Well, this is the situation, we find ourselves in with God. God is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: *other

Two States, One Position Series

Contributed by Greg Barron on Aug 21, 2007

To demonstrate the difference between being in the flesh and spirit and what difference Jesus can make in your life.

Two States, One Position Romans 8:5-10 1. Two states one could be in: The flesh or The Spirit a. In the flesh i. Completely dominated by the sinful nature. 5 ii. Have the mind completely controlled by the sinful nature. 6 iii. The mind controlled by the sinful nature is hostile to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

God's Positioning Sequence (Gps)

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 9, 2013

This section of the Story covers complaining in the wilderness; the bad report from the spies; and Moses' final speech.

1. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_MaJDK3VNE a. I wonder if Moses felt like he was "herding cats" b. Or, maybe he felt like a parent on a cross country road trip with the kids saying: 1) Are we there yet? 2) Mom, he's looking at/touching me. 3) Bologna sandwiches? Why can't we stop? 2. A serious ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Positioning Sequence (Gps)

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 9, 2013

This Lesson covers the complaints in the desert; the spies' report and Moses' speech before the promised land.

1. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_MaJDK3VNE a. I wonder if Moses felt like he was "herding cats" b. Or, maybe he felt like a parent on a cross country road trip with the kids saying: 1) Are we there yet? 2) Mom, he's looking at/touching me. 3) Bologna sandwiches? Why can't we stop? 2. A serious ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Positive Winner In Christ Jesus Series

Contributed by Dev Prasad Cruz on Sep 28, 2012

As we have the Light of Life, we are overcomers in Christ and positive winners in Christ Jesus

“for everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith” (1 John 5:4). “I am a victor in Christ Jesus… I am an Overcomer… Nothing in my circumstances… Nothing what people say or do will affect my ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Days Of Noah - A Positive Approach

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on May 29, 2019

Most sermons on the days of Noah are scary and depressing, in this message we talk about how Noah was on fire for God, and that his life is an example of what believers will be like in the last days.

The Days of Noah - A Positive Approach This is a two part message. In this first part we will look at the positive side of how it was in the Days of Noah, and in part 2 we will talk about the negative and relate it to the man of lawlessness found in the New Testament. I want to begin by observing ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:9, Luke 17:26-30, Revelation 19:5-8, Matthew 13:30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Heaven, The Positive Side Of Eternity

Contributed by Grant Adams on Sep 28, 2020

Eternity is a major fact of the future of every person. Some say it is irrelevant. Whether it be too disturbing to discuss or not, the Bible makes it very plain. Eternity cannot be avoided.

I want us to consider the positive side of eternity today. Heaven! a. Every invitation given is with heaven in mind. b. Every sermon preached is with heaven in mind. c. Every dollar given is with heaven in mind. d. This service today is not about being a Baptist but about going to heaven. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-4, Hebrews 9:27

Denomination: Baptist

El Roi- When You Are Used Or Abused Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 16, 2018

This is the 6th sermon in the series "Knowing God".

Series: Knowing God [#6] EL ROI- WHEN YOU ARE USED OR ABUSED Genesis 16:13 Introduction: So far in our study, we have come to know God as Elohim, Jehovah, and El Elyon, and Adonai. Through these 4 names we have seen that God not only creates but has a special relationship with human beings. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:13

Denomination: Baptist

Prosperity, Patience And Prayer

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 21, 2012

James 5 has a lot to say about the rich and the proper response to abuse by those who are powerful. His wise words are clear and firm, making the path of faith obvious. He pulls no punches.

Prosperity, Patience and Prayer: this is the outline for James 5. 1. Prosperity: 5:1-6 This is a prophetic oracle against the rich oppressors. Wow! Does that page in your Bible smell a bit like smoke? Here James steps into prophetic mode and writes with an imprecatory imagination of doom and ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of A Personal Pentecost

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002

In a positional sense there were only two "Pentecosts" mentioned in the Bible recorded in Acts 2 and Acts 10 but a "personal pentecost" is available to every Christian who earnestly seeks the anointing power of the Holy Spirit in their life.

THE POWER OF A PERSONAL PENTECOST "But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth." Acts 1:8. The Book of Acts records two great "Pentecostal" experiences in the early ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist