Sermons on Negative Patterns:

How To Treat Those Who Are Negative/Critical Series

Contributed by Mark Magee on Aug 11, 2004

In this message, let’s look at five pro-active commitments that will help us be positive in a negative world.

A. One time after church, a father gripped to his son all the way home. He’d found fault with everything in the service. He criticized the preacher, the sermon, the music, and everything in general. The boy, who had noticed what his father put in the offering plate, said, “Well, Dad, what can ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:14-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Raise Positive Kids In A Negative World Series

Contributed by Chip Ingram on Jun 11, 2010

Chip Ingram offers advice from years of pastoring and parenting on how to raise spiritually strong kids in the midst of a godless world.

Well, I’d like to welcome you because we’re on a journey together and our journey is to learn how to become effective parents in a defective world. And I wanna share a story with you. It’s a traumatic one and one that actually happened. I did a funeral about four or five years ago and in this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:4

Denomination: *other

Regarding The Negative Attitude About The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 15, 2009

This negative imperative reveals that we all can be guilty of quenching the Holy Spirit. If we do quench the Spirit…it grieves the very heart of God.

SERMON BRIEF Date Written: March 14, 2001 Date Preached: March 14, 2001 Church: BBC (PM) Wed Night FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: Great Imperatives for the Christian Walk Title: The Negative Imperative Regarding the Holy Spirit Text: 1 Thess 5:19 “…Do not quench the Holy Spirit…” [RSV] ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:19

Denomination: Baptist

Enough Of All That Negative Thinking! (Psalm 6) Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 12, 2019

The Psalmist highlights the difference it makes in lives by choosing to accentuate the positive versus aligning with constant negativity.

MAKING MUSIC FROM SHARPS AND FLATS IN LIFE Sermons Based on Selected Psalms Psalms Sermon II – Psalm 6 David the shepherd lad who ...read more

Calming The Anxious Mind And Overcoming Negative Thoughts Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 11, 2025

As Christians, we are not immune to negative thoughts and emotions.

As Christians, we are not immune to negative thoughts and emotions. Anxiety, bitterness, and resentment can creep into our minds and hearts, threatening to overwhelm us. However, the Bible offers us hope and guidance on how to calm our anxious minds and overcome negative thoughts. The Dangers of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7, Psalm 46:10

Holiness – Part 3 – Jesus Is Our Pattern Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jun 22, 2023

In the Wesleyan tradition, we rely on a clear understanding of holiness. This series clears ups some modern-day misunderstandings. Teaching sheet at the end of the text.

"Holiness – Part 3 – Jesus is our Pattern" 1 John 2:3-6 Pastor John Bright 1 John 2 “3 Now by this we know that we know Him, if we keep His commandments. 4 He who says, “I know Him,” and does not keep His commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him. 5 But whoever keeps His ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-6, Genesis 2:1-3, Exodus 20:8-11, Mark 1:35-37

Denomination: Methodist

Temptation, Sin, Repeat Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 1, 2016

The pattern of this world is temptation, sin, repeat and has been so ever since the Garden of Eden. Jesus has died for us and has broken that pattern for us and offers us a new pattern for life.

TEMPTATION, SIN, REPEAT 1 PETER 4:1-6 INTRODUCTION… http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1631867/ There is a Tom Cruise, Emily Blunt, and Bill Paxton PG13 movie that came out in 2014 which was not well received as far as I remember. In fact, the movie won the 2014 “Golden Shmoe” award ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Negative Speech Can Have Devastating Consequences Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 27, 2025

When we speak negative, destructive words, we unleash a toxic force that can bring harm and devastation into our lives.

In the book of Proverbs, Solomon writes, "Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits" (Proverbs 18:21). This verse highlights the profound impact of our words on ourselves and those around us. When we speak negative, destructive words, we ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:4, Proverbs 18:21

Saul Begins To Go Bad Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 12, 2026

To ignore God’s word is to break God’s law.

A. INTRODUCTION (I SAMUEL 10:1- 11:15) At the beginning of his life, he seeks a prophet. At the end of his life, he seeks a witch. 1. Saul was chosen to be king. a. Samuel anointed Saul. “The Lord has anointed you to be the leader of his people” (10:1, LB). b. The people accepted Saul. “God ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Pattern For Powerful Personal Relationships (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jun 2, 2014

Paul begins this section of scripture with since you have received all that Jesus purchased and assuming you learned of Him by experience you should have a different lifestyle than the lost. Your life should be characterized by hard work and helpful words

Intro: This week we continue the second part of Pattern for Powerful Personal Relationships. We continue to see the pattern that reveals the resurrection life in us. This is the explanation of John 13:35 “by this they will know that you are my disciples.” If we love the Lord Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Mastering Your Mind PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 23, 2024

This sermon encourages harnessing Christ's strength to overcome negative thoughts, transforming our minds through God's Word, and clinging to His promises in challenging times.

Ladies and Gentlemen, brothers and sisters in Christ, it is with a heart full of gratitude and a spirit filled with the joy of the Lord that I stand before you today. We gather in this sacred sanctuary, not as mere attendees, but as members of the family of God, united in our shared love for our ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13, 2 Corinthians 10:5, Romans 12:2, Hebrews 13:5

Topics: Negative Thoughts, Christian Truth

Maybe? Maybe Not?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 16, 2021

Even a dead fish can float downstream? Let us consider wasted potential.

MAYBE? MAYBE NOT? … By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com 1 Timothy 5:6 But she that liveth in pleasure is dead while she liveth. THE TRAGEDY OF LIFE IS WHAT DIES INSIDE OF A PERSON WHILE THEY STILL LIVE. Albert Schweitzer. We stay the same and POTENTIAL: showing the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:6, Ephesians 5:16, Galatians 6:10, Job 14:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Have You Been Knocked Down?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 13, 2019

Life and Ministry can be cruel. Do we understand the knock down count down? Maturity and growth does not always mean we win. What do you do when ministry knocks you down. Get up out of that pity puddle, wash off. Forgive. Answer this: WHO CONTROLS YOUR EMOTIONS? A seven mile walk that hurts?

WE MAY BE KNOCHED DOWN, BUT WE DON’T HAVE TO STAY KNOCKED DOWN? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com REMEMEMBER THIS: It is not how big the dog is in the fight! IT IS HOW BIG THE FIGHT IS IN THE DOG!!! One time the doctor told me I should exercise more? What doctor? I am so tired ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-3, Luke 24:13-24, 2 Timothy 3:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Dangers Of Complaining And How It Can Give Demons Rights To Torment You Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 3, 2024

As Christians, we are called to live a life of gratitude and thanksgiving.

As Christians, we are called to live a life of gratitude and thanksgiving. However, it's easy to get caught up in complaining and negativity, especially when faced with difficult circumstances. But did you know that complaining can actually give demons rights to torment you? The Bible Warns ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-15, Psalm 100:4-5

Well Witnessing, Part 1: The Pattern Of People Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Jan 3, 2009

People are different in so many ways, but in many ways, they are also the same. But no matter how similar or different people are, they all share the same core problem with the need for the same solution.

http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com The fourth chapter of John is a very familiar event to us. Most of us are very familiar with the woman at the well. So we should just be able to fly right past it, right? Wrong—because, like every other event in this book, this one is rich. It is full of ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-30

Denomination: Baptist