Sermons on Positive Outlook:

Proverbs 17 - Contrast The Upright And The Wicked Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 31, 2012

This is a look at Proverbs chapter seventeen.

Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Seventeen We will now look at Proverbs chapter seventeen: Contrast the Upright and the Wicked 1 Better is a dry morsel and quietness with it Than a house full of feasting with strife. Proverbs 17:1 (NASB) We should strive to have peace – within ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Face The Future With Joyful Confidence

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Jan 9, 2023

Whether events or attitude of people in this world “will go from bad to worse (verse 13),” God’s people can still face the coming days without fear.

“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Salvation Causes Our Praise! Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 24, 2025

God’s promises that His people will be given a hymn of praise for all He has done for us. Isaiah saw it, John saw it, and Jesus confirmed it ... so why would we not live with this hope and excitement today?

Isaiah, Part 8 God’s Salvation Causes Our Praise! Isaiah 11:1-16 and Isaiah 12:1-6 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons! We are so glad that you’ve chosen to worship with us - Last week, Ch 10, saw a vivid demonstration of God keeping His promises -- He will always protect, comfort, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-16, Isaiah 12:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Light Of Hope

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 19, 2016

We all need hope. Here I’m touching on how Hope is like a light. It should give us optimism, transform our lives, and reminds us of our inheritance.

THE LIGHT OF HOPE INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. You always need to be skeptical when you are offered a “free ride.” If it looks too good to be true, it probably IS too good to be true. Example: 2. In Zimbabwe, a bus driver was transporting 20 mental patients from one mental hospital to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Learning From A Father’s Failures

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 22, 2010

Eli failed to have a positive influence on his sons Hophni & Phinehas. Fathers have the responsibility of being positive influences on their children. But what responsibilities can be undertaken to accomplish this? To have a positive influence on your

LEARNING from a FATHER’s FAILURES—1Samuel 2:12-36 Father & son/Open cockpit ride thrill ride/Bartered price/Not 1 word or high price/Loop-Dive-Turn-Climb/ “You almost won!....‘Cause I sure felt like hollerin’ when my boy fell out!” A Father’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:12-36

Denomination: Baptist

Being Right-Minded

Contributed by David Mcnally on Jun 24, 2011

We are in the world but are not be 'of it', in the sense of having the same outlook and values of non-Christians. We are not called to be pious and sanctimonious, but to be 'Christ-minded', being 'different' in such a way that we are 'lights' to those aro

Colossians 3:1-17 Paul wrote in Colossian 3:2 ‘Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth’ ‘for you have died’ – he meant spiritually; he meant to the things that the world, those around us, consider important. This reinforces what Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Awake To Righteousness Series

Contributed by Tony Quinn on Sep 21, 2002

Understanding our position with God in righteousness.

Awake To Righteousness We’ve been talking about righteousness and the importance of knowing we are the righteousness of God in Christ. Again the definition of righteousnes according to the Greek Lexicon is, “the state of him who is as he ought to be, righteous, the condition acceptable to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Beautiful Death

Contributed by Harold Wilson on May 27, 2005

Titles and positions are not prerequisites to get to heaven.

A BEAUTIFUL DEATH Text: Genesis 15:15 "And thou shall go to thy father in peace, thou shall be buried in a good old age." Have you ever taken time out to watch the sun going down, and has your soul thrilled at the beauty of the sunset? That is what I want you to see in this death today. I like you ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:15

Denomination: Methodist

T - Ake Sanctuary (Part 6) Series

Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Dec 23, 2004

Experience a faith connected in positive relationships.

Take Sanctuary Series, “Being Spiritual without being Religious” – Part 6 Pastor Jeff Christopherson October 24, 2004 Start with Authenticity… Preserve my Personality… Investigate the Ground Zero of Faith… Recognize my Net Worth… Invest Myself… Take Sanctuary… Experience a faith connected in ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoicing In The Truth

Contributed by Cleavon Matthews Sr. on Jan 26, 2007

A positive response to truth results in rejoicing.

REJOICING IN THE TRUTH Acts 8:26-39 By Cleavon Matthews November 2004 INTRODUCTION It was a time of persecution against the church at Jerusalem. Stephen was stoned. The saints were scattered abroad. Saul was making havoc of the church. Those who were scattered went everywhere preaching the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Reason God Saved Us

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on Apr 16, 2007

Plan, purpose and position of the Child of God

The reason God saved us. Romans 6: 4 –7 It is always exciting to witness someone accepting the offer of salvation from God. It is amazing to watch as they develop from a babe in Christ to a full-grown man or woman of God. Although, we do not actually understand all that is involved in our being ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4-7

Denomination: *other

Heavenly Places

Contributed by John Mccormack on Aug 31, 2012

UNDERSTANDING YOUR SPIRITUAL POSITION IN CHRIST

HEAVENLY PLACES THE EPHESIAN LETTER, WRITTEN BY THE APOSTLE PAUL AROUND 60 A.D WHILE IN PRISON IN ROME IS ONE OF SEVERAL LETTERS HE WROTE WHILE IMPRISONED. HE ADDRESSED SEVERAL REALITIES OF THE CHRISTIAN’S WALK IN THIS LETTER. THIS TEACHING ADDRESSES THE REALITY OF HEAVENLY PLACES ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

I Am Saved But I Need To Supercharge My Spritual Relationship - How? Series

Contributed by Coz Von on Jul 25, 2018

How to position yourself to be in a place of Growth

Scott had the most successful real estate business in his city. Half the properties he listed sold within one month, and most of the rest were gone within three months. His wife was his most successful salesperson, his son Jack was the quarterback on his school’s football team, and it looked like ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Favor Of God - Changing Things Through Prayer Series

Contributed by Larry Semore on Feb 9, 2017

How to pray through a position of Favor

The Favor of God Changing Things Through Prayer Part 3 of a 3 Part Series Esther 3:1-5 NKJV After these things King Ahasuerus promoted Haman, the son of Hammedatha the Agagite, and advanced him and set his seat above all the princes who were with him. And all the king's servants who were ...read more

Scripture: Esther 3:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

Are You A Revolutionary? Part 3

Contributed by Greg Carr on Aug 30, 2006

Today we are going to look at the final definition: Definition 4 – A complete or radical change of any kind. God wants to do a sudden, radical, and complete change in each of us.

(This message was inspired by George Barna and his book, Revolution. I also found Sermon Central contributor, J. Martin’s messages on this topic helpful.) Are you a Revolutionary? Are you in a close orbit with God? Are you doing whatever it takes to get closer to God and to help others do the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal