Sermons on Negative:

Thermometer Vs Thermostat

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 14, 2018

Consider the differences between a thermometer and a thermostat? Which are we developing in the church today? The mouth can give life and death? The choice is up to you.

THERMOMETERS VS THERMOSTATS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have a thermostat and a thermometer in my hands. DO WE UNDERSTAND THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THERMOMETERS AND THEROSTATS? THERMOMETER: instrument used to measure temperatures. THERMOSTAT: to control temperature, an ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dealing With Management – A Christian Challenge In The Work Place

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Nov 19, 2011

As a Christian we belong to Jesus and how we act in the work place is a reflection on Him.

DEALING WITH MANAGEMENT – A CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE IN THE WORK PLACE ILLUSTRATION In the careless fashion of a young boy, while holding my nose, I asked the old man why in heck he put the cat’s litter box in the kitchen. He immediately straightened his 200 pound, six-foot two-inch frame ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-2

Denomination: Christian Church

Can You Recognize Evil?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 1, 2021

Satan manifests in many different ways. Can you recognize the ways especially when Satan is attacking you?

Unfortunately, we have to accept that two opposing forces are working in the LORD’s Universe. They are called good and evil. They are created by the positive and negative energies that exist. An accumulation of positive energy is remarkable for a person to have. However, the truth is that you want ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-30

Denomination: United Methodist

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

Scattered To Find What Mattered

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Jun 28, 2006

In the midst of the penalty (for avenging the violation against his sister Dinah), Levi and his descendants (the Levites) rediscover God’s purposes

INTRODUCTION A. Read Genesis 34:1-4, 11-17, 25-26 B. Read Genesis 49:5-7 I. BATTERED A. Dinah Was Battered – Her Purity Forcibly Taken From Her By Foreign Prince B. Covenant Symbol (Circumcision) Was Battered – Abused By Jacob’s Sons C. Males Of The City Were Battered – Terrible ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 34:1-26

Denomination: Church Of God

#1 Exclusive Faith Series

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Jan 24, 2003

The issue our text addresses is that it insists that Faith in Jesus Christ Excludes Every Other Option. For the fact of the matter is that, for the most part, we only turn to Jesus when we have ran out of options: He’s usually our last option.

One of the greatest affronts to the majesty of the Master occurs when we ask His help in prayer, and then rely on Something or Someone else in addition. We have this tenacious tendency of using this Jesus/And strategy; Jesus/And… my money, my medicine, my doctor, my parents, my spouse, my friends, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:36

Denomination: Baptist

The Importance Of A Positive Attitude

Contributed by Andre King on Sep 15, 2015

Gaining and maintaining a Positive attitude is essential to our growth in Christ.

THE EXPERTS SAY THAT IN ORDER TO SUCCEED IN LIFE, IT IS IMPORTANT THAT WE KEEP A POSITIVE ATTITUDE. THESE WORDS ARE FOUND ON A PLAQUE IN THE OFFICE OF GOLFING GREAT ARNOLD PALMER. “IF YOU THINK YOU ARE BEATEN, YOU ARE. IF YOU THINK YOU DARE NOT, YOU DON'T. IF YOU'D LIKE TO WIN BUT THINK YOU ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be A Postive Person

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Sep 19, 2002

This is not a warm fuzzy feel good sermon

BE A POSITIVE PERSON Date: March 10,2002 AM Service Place: Allendale Baptist Text: Phil. 2:1-8 Introduction No matter where you go what you do or who you are around. No matter how hard you try you just cannot get away from negative talk & negative people. Negative, negative, negative, that’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Lethal Language Series

Contributed by Steve Bond on Feb 15, 2017

Ephesians 4:31 says to “get rid of brawling and slander.”

Introduction Three weeks ago we began our current series and Josh talked about getting rid of the self-destructive lies that many of us think about ourselves. When we think that “we’re not good enough” or that “we’re not pretty enough,” or that “we’re not loved or valued or important,” we play ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sometimes

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 14, 2013

This message focuses on how we allow temporary "sometimes moments" to overshadow our blessings.

Sometimes Scriptures: James 1:2-5; 23 Introduction The title of my message this morning is “Sometimes.” This message came to me as I was actually meditating on another message in my series on the names of God. Let me give you a little background. Sometimes things are going ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stop Building A Case Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on Oct 3, 2019

One of the great pivot points in any marriage is that moment when you learn how to stop privately building a case against your wife.

Constructing the Case One of the great pivot points in any marriage is that moment when you learn how to stop privately building a case against your wife. Most men will admit that they have a negative sentiment or a privately held cynical belief about their wives. And these don’t just pop up ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Baptist

Building A Case Against Your Spouse Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on Dec 30, 2018

One of the great pivot points in any marriage is that moment you learn how to stop privately building a case against your wife.

"A good wife always forgives her husband when she's wrong." Milton Berle "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind." Romans 12:2 Constructing the case One of the great pivot points in any marriage is that moment you learn how to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Baptist

Maximizing The Blessings Of Godly Influence

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Mar 6, 2018

Influences that affect our lives are only one side of the coin. The other is all about the influence that we have on others. To influence others is both a privilege and a great responsibility.

MAXIMISING THE BLESSINGS OF GODLY INFLUENCE Study Text: Psalms 1 : 1 - 3 Introduction: - Influence is the power or capacity of producing an effect without apparent exertion of force or direct exercise of command. It is the power or capacity of causing an effect in indirect or intangible ways to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Two Responsibilities We Have For Other Christians. Series

Contributed by Larry Sarver on Aug 15, 2002

A teaching message on Luke 17:1-6

Luke Series #74 August 04, 2002 Title: Two Responsibilities We Have for Other Christians. Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com <mailto:pastorsarver@yahoo.com> Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info <http://www.newlifeinchrist.info> Introduction: Welcome to New Life in Christ. This morning we are in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Attitude Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Oct 11, 2006

Next to knowing Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, nothing is more important than having a good positive attitude. Your attitude can: make or break you, heal or hurt you...

THE POWER OF ATTITUDE Next to knowing Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, nothing is more important than having a good positive attitude. Your attitude can: MAKE OR BREAK YOU HEAL OR HURT YOU MAKE YOU FRIENDS OR MAKE YOU ENEMIES MAKE YOU HAPPY OR MAKE YOU MISERABLE MAKE YOU A SUCCESS OR ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:7, Proverbs 23:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ