Sermons on Negative Thoughts:

Handling Negativity In Relationships

Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Sep 12, 2020

Whether it is family, friends, congregation, coworkers, strangers or random people online, we all encounter negativity in relationships somewhere along our journeys. How will we answer when we encounter it? Will we allow our flesh to dictate our answer or will we give an answer that honors the Lord?

Today we are going to talk about how to handle negativity in relationships. Whether it is family, friends, congregation, coworkers, strangers or random people online, we all encounter negativity in relationships somewhere along our journeys. How will we answer when we encounter it? Will we allow ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:4, James 3:5-6

Denomination: Charismatic

Control Your Thoughts

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 6, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Samuel 11: 1 – 27

2 Samuel 11: 1 – 27 Don’t let your thoughts control you 11 It happened in the spring of the year, at the time when kings go out to battle, that David sent Joab and his servants with him, and all Israel; and they destroyed the people of Ammon and besieged Rabbah. But David remained at Jerusalem. 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How To Deal With Negativity Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 30, 2006

This sermon deals with negativity in the Christian’s life. There are three affects that negativity has on a person.

How to Deal with Negativity This morning I want to talk with you about a destructive behavior that is not mentioned much in churches. I’m not going to talk about lying, stealing, or cheating. What I do want to talk about is negativity. The first scripture I’ll be looking at is Proverbs 10 ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Negative Ninnies And Nincompoops

Contributed by Sam Peters on Feb 28, 2007

A contemporary message on dealing with negative people and those that keep you from being the Pastor, teacher, Christian God is calling you to be.

Negative Ninnies and Nincompoops Deut 1:8 8 See, I have given you this land. Go in and take possession of the land that the LORD swore he would give to your fathers — to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob — and to their descendants after them." 19 Then, as the LORD our God commanded us, we set out from ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:8-35

The Power Of Negative Thinking

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 5, 2021

If we would listen and take seriously the negative message of the prophets, we would be a much more powerful and positive force in achieving the goal of keeping God's people faithful to Him and His Word.

Abraham Lincoln told of how he and his brother were plowing the corn one day. He was driving the horse, and his brother was holding the plow. The horse was lazy, but suddenly it took off so fast that even with his long legs Lincoln could hardly keep up. On reaching the end of the furrow ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:1-17

Transforming Negativity Into Positivity SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

The power to turn it around

I believe there are people listening to this message who are facing a critical situation. You are in need of a miracle, and not just any miracle, but an immediate one. You need a turnaround in your life, something that can happen overnight. Well, I have good news for you. God specializes in turning ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:19-22

Topics: Blessing, Transformation

Reversing Negative Verdict

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 21, 2025

Negative verdicts may manifest as medical reports, academic failure, job termination, family rejection, spiritual condemnation, or societal limitations. But God is the Judge of all the earth, and He has the final say.

REVERSING NEGATIVE VERDICT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Esther 4:15-17 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 54:17, Colossians 2:14, Psalm 118:17, Zechariah 3:1-4, Romans 8:1 INTRODUCTION: Life sometimes presents us with verdicts—judgments, conclusions, or pronouncements—that are negative and ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Danger Of Negative Influences Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 26, 2025

Negative people can be detrimental to our spiritual well-being

As followers of Christ, we are called to be lights in a dark world, spreading hope and joy to those around us. However, we often encounter individuals who seem to drain our energy and hinder our progress. These negative people can be detrimental to our spiritual well-being, and it's essential ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:33, Proverbs 22:24-25

The Dangers Of Negative Speaking. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 2, 2024

Words have power, and the Bible warns us about the dangers of negative speaking.

Our words can either build up or tear down, and it's crucial to understand the impact of our speech on ourselves and others. Let us explore the biblical perspective on negative speaking and its consequences. The Power of Words Proverbs 18:21 states, "The tongue has the power of life and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-5, Proverbs 18:21, Proverbs 15:4, Psalm 19:14, Matthew 12:24  (view more)  (view less)

The War Of Thoughts

Contributed by John Emilimor on Sep 15, 2004

A call for believers to take seroiously the manner of thoughts that they accomodate in thier hearts and recognise that it is an area that must be handled as a warfare if victory is to be attained.

Topic: War of Thoughts God is resolutely committed to having those of us who are born of His Spirit operate from the position of power, the realm of dominion where everything Jesus has accomplished will be translated into the physical reality by our presence. We are the “little christs” left behind ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:2-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Renewing The Mind With The Transformative Power Of God's Word Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 13, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical principles of renewing the mind and how training our minds to focus on God's Word can bring about a profound transformation in our lives.

As believers, we are constantly bombarded with thoughts, emotions, and distractions that can easily derail us from our faith. However, the Bible teaches us that we have the power to transform our minds and focus on God's Word. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical principles of renewing ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:7

To Boldly Go Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 30, 2023

Our God doesn't believe in "No-Win Scenarios"... and neither should we. How do we avoid getting caught in the trap of believing God can't win the day?

Back in the 1960s, there was a ground-breaking show that premiered on NBC, and the opening monologue was spoken by Captain James T. Kirk every week: “Space: the final frontier. These are the voyages of the starship Enterprise. Its five-year mission: to explore strange new worlds; to seek out new ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let The Spirit Change Your Outlook

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 16, 2003

The Holy Spirit helps us consciously and subconsciously to turn our focus away from pain and on to God’s promises for deliverance. Many people tend to surrender to feelings of rejection, suffering and negative thoughts when they experience problems. The H

How to Let the Spirit Change One’s Outlook For it is God who is at work in you, both to will and to do of His good pleausure." (Phil. 2:13,14) Illustration: Dr. Henry Pope tells a story of one his students who learned how to change her perspective. It seems that one young girl while attending ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:13-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Focus On God's Promises

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 20, 2003

The Holy Spirit helps us consciously and subconsciously to turn our focus away from pain and on to God’s promises for deliverance. Many people tend to surrender to feelings of rejection, suffering and negative thoughts when they experience problems. The H

Illustration: Dr. Henry Pope tells a story of one his students who learned how to change her perspective. It seems that one young girl while attending college spotted a young man who seemed very handsome and someone she would like to get to know. One day she was sitting in the library and spotted ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:97-98

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Take Every Thought Captive Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 24, 2024

As Christians, we are called to live a life that is surrendered to Christ, including our thoughts and imaginations.

As Christians, we are called to live a life that is surrendered to Christ, including our thoughts and imaginations. Our minds are a battlefield, and the enemy seeks to control our thoughts and lead us astray. However, we have the power to take every thought captive and make it obedient to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:5, Romans 12:2