Sermons on Positive Christian Influence:

The Glorious Hope Of The Christian

Contributed by Colin Coombs on May 13, 2006

Thank God for the Protecting, Positive, and Purifying hope of the Lord’s return.

THE GLORIOUS HOPE OF THE CHRISTIAN Titus 2:1 - 15 The ‘Glorious Hope Of The Christian’ is the near return of our Lord Jesus Christ, coming to receive those who are His own that they may be with Him in Glory. We look for this great event because of the promises of God’s Word, and also because of ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Consider Your Influence

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 16, 2019

In the spring of 2004, 10-year-old Austin Gutwein watched a video that showed children who had lost their parents to AIDS in Africa. He realized these kids weren’t any different from him. ...

Consider Your Influence Matthew 13:31-35 Introduction In the spring of 2004, 10-year-old Austin Gutwein watched a ideo that showed children who had lost their parents to AIDS in Africa. He realized these kids weren’t any different from him. He decided to shoot free throws and on World AIDS Day, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Influence Of A Godly Mom

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 12, 2008

The divinely given task of being a mom is significant. Consider the influence of Eunice and Lois on Timothy.

The Influence of a Godly Mom 2 Timothy 1:3-7 * Readers Digest printed a story which may offer us a good starting point today. A young man called his parents to wish them a “Happy New Years” and asked his dad, “What’s your new year resolution?” Without any thought dad said, “To make your mother ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

How To Minimize Your Influence For God

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 27, 2012

Sometimes the best way to understand how to be a productive Christian is to look at the formula for spiritual worthlessness and do the opposite.

How To Minimize Your Influence for God (2 Corinthians 6:1-11) 1. Facebook is big. And the computers they have are many. 2. “With 900 million members worldwide and growing, Facebook is building its first European data storage facility—60 miles south of the Arctic Circle in Lulea, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Are You A Thermometer Or A Thermostat Christian? Series

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Jul 10, 2008

“Many aspire, but few attain.” – Rev. Dr. Paul Fritz

Are You a Thermometer or a Thermostat Christian? Introduction: Are you a thermometer (circumstantially led) or are you a thermostat (influencer of your surroundings) believer? Let me explain. A thermometer is circumstantially led. Depending on the temperature, the mercury moves up or down. It ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Grace And Our Position Series

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Mar 23, 2011

Each of us stands guilty before God, but the grace of forgiveness is available to all who ask.

Grace And Our Position Romans 3:9-22 I. The Sinfulness of All People A. Having established the sinfulness of Jews and Gentiles, Paul now uses Old Testament scripture to prove his conclusions. 1. The Gentiles were considered “uncircumcised dogs” by the Jews. 2. Many Jews thought they ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-22

Denomination: Baptist

Do Unchristians Find Us Unchristian?

Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 15, 2010

Christ-like Christians are a blessing to God and a delight to others.

Title: Do unChristians Find Us unChristian? Text: Luke 13:10-17 Thesis: Christ-like Christians are a blessing to God and a delight to others. Introduction The story of “The Trojan Horse” comes to us out of Greek mythology. It is the story of how the Greeks laid siege to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One Man's Influence Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Oct 5, 2001

Saul’s failure to address his own heart and it’s lust get to the heart of the matter why God’ prefered David’s heart to his.

And Samuel came to Saul: and Saul said unto him, Blessed be thou of the LORD: I have performed the commandment of the LORD. 1 Samuel 15:13 Rejection is one of the most common things we face, yet it is perhaps the most difficult obstacle we must regularly overcome. It is also one of the things ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Influence Of A Godly Mother

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005

Paul extols the virtue of a godly mother and how she is to influence her children for the glory of Christ.

“THE INFLUENCE OF A GODLY MOTHER” 2 TIMOTHY 1:5-6 1. Eunice’s faith was a PURE faith. (v. 5a) When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee Psalm 17:1; John 1:47; 2 Corinthians 6:6; Galatians 5:6; 1 Timothy 1:5; 1 Peter 1:22; Ezekiel 33:31; Romans 12:9; 1 John 3:18; Acts 15:9; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming A Father Of Influence Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on Dec 30, 2018

Children need a male influence in the home. And by influence, we do not mean just an occasional appearance, or a buddy dad, but a deliberate father.

“It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men.” Frederick Douglass “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.” Matthew 3:17 Children need a male influence in the home. And by influence, we do not mean just an occasional appearance, or a buddy dad, but a deliberate ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:17

Denomination: Baptist

Ezra - A Person Of Influence Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 1, 2014

In this sermon, we see that Ezra had an impact on others because he was devoted to the Word of God, he was devoted to prayer and fasting, and he was dependent on the hand of God.

Introduction: A. I like the story told of a preacher and a NYC taxi driver who both died and went to heaven. 1. The apostle Peter was at the Pearly gates waiting for them. 2. “Come with me,” said Peter to the taxi driver. 3. The taxi driver did as he was told and followed Peter to a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Discerning Demonic Influence Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 24, 2025

Here are few examples to help you identify potential demonic influence.

Discerning whether you're interacting with a human or a demonic entity can be challenging. Here are few examples to help you identify potential demonic influence. Unusual or unsettling physical sensations: Feeling an intense, unexplained chill, heat, or presence. Inconsistent or contradictory ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-8, Ephesians 6:10-18

Don't Let Music Influence You To Do The Wrong Thing

Contributed by Charles Mccall on Nov 11, 2007

Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego refused to let music to cause them to bow down to an golden idol god because it is God who made heaven and earth to be worshipped.

Daniel 3:1-12 Topic: Don’t let music influence to do the wrong thing Whether you want to admit it or not, all of us have been influence by some type of music. Whether it be Jazz, Blues, Rock and Roll, Rhythm and Blues, Country and Western, Hip Hop, Classical, or Gospel; all of us has ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Disposition For Position-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 8, 2014

2 of 2. Jesus characterized the disposition needed for holding position & power in Jesus’ disciples. But what is the proper disposition? Position & power in Jesus’ disciples is tied to our...

The DISPOSITION For POSITION-II—Mark 10:35-45 Attention: Outdoor Life "You're in incredibly fine condition," the doctor concluded after finishing a thorough physical. "How old did you say you were, sir?" "Seventy-eight." "Seventy-eight! Why, you have the health of a sixty-year-old. What's ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us Not

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Jun 26, 2002

Bringing out the positive from the negative phrase, "Let us not"....which is found in several places within the Scriptures.

While preparing a sermon I was using my search feature in which I came across an interesting word group. A. The word group was: “let us not”. 1. I was too busy to do anything but notice this at the time, but later on I was able to get back to this word group to see, upon further ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:4-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ