Sermons about Positive Outlook

Living On Earth, Longing For Heaven

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Apr 24, 2016

based on 9 ratings

| 27,725 views

A sermon examining the fact that Heaven is waiting for the believer, but there is still work to do on earth.

Living On Earth, Longing For Heaven Philippians 1:21-26 Just a few weeks ago our church said goodbye to one of our faithful members. This man had fought a long hard battle with his health and spent months in the hospital. I visited with him several times and was amazed at his positive outlook on ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

On The Road With Jesus: Zacchaeus Series

Contributed by Jamie Bogaard on Apr 4, 2019

| 8,692 views

This first person narrative makes Zacchaeus out to be a bitter little man who finds himself all alone and his life is forever changed by the kindness and forgiveness offered by Jesus

On the Road with Jesus: Zacchaeus Luke 19:1-10 March 31, 2019 Jesus is on his way to Jerusalem. It all started when he raised Lazarus from the dead. This was obviously no small thing and many people were coming over to the teachings of Jesus. Many were claiming that Jesus could be the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Friends

Grumpy Old Christians

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 31, 2001

based on 29 ratings

| 7,590 views

There are too many grumpy old Christians in this world that are hurting the spread of the Gospel and not helping the spread of the Gospel. Remember Gospel means Good News- not Bad Critical News!

Grumpy Old Christians Thesis: There are too many grumpy old Christians in this world that are hurting the spread of the Gospel and not helping the spread of the Gospel. Remember Gospel means Good News- not Bad Critical News! Texts: Phil. 4:8 8Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, 1 John 4:16-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"A New You"

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 12, 2009

based on 4 ratings

| 5,198 views

This is an Easter Message that there can be a new us because of the resurrection power of Jesus Christ.

A New You Psalm 1:1-6 Matthew 27:27-12 April 12, 2009 It had been three days since Jesus had been arrested in the dark of night, and taken away from his disciples. All of them had fled in fear. One of his closest disciples had told Jesus I have you back no matter what. Yet when it came ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Is That A Rock In Your Hand?

Contributed by Darrell Boone on Jun 7, 2003

based on 141 ratings

| 13,004 views

This sermon is about carefully examining your own life and making the adjustments to be in a position to be blessed.

Can you imagine the feeling of being exposed. The feeling of having your deepest darkest sin, paraded before you and for the whole world to see. Can you imagine the public spectacle and the private shame, of your personal affairs, being exposed for the purpose of embarrassing you or humiliating ...read more

Scripture: John 8:3-11

Denomination: United Methodist

The Deportment Of Daniel.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Aug 23, 2003

based on 24 ratings

| 6,149 views

We can guard our position and our stand while watching our manners.

THE DEPORTMENT OF DANIEL. Daniel 1:8-21 2:1-23 What did Daniel have to guide him at this crucial time in life? What determined the stand he would take at the time of his temptation? Personally I can see only one thing. That is the knowledge he had of the Holy Scriptures. That is why it is important ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8-21, Daniel 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From A Storm Pt. 2

Contributed by Robert Dyson on Jan 13, 2003

based on 39 ratings

| 9,160 views

This sermon is designed to encourage believers to respond positively when we face the difficulties of life.

Into: The storms of life are liken unto a grain sifters, it matters not what you start with it but rather it is all about what is left when the shaking stops. Many of us are going through a lot of shaking, and some of the people we thought would be left when the shaking stops are gone. Some of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

Give Of Your Flower And Oil, Or Die

Contributed by Michael Dephillips on Feb 6, 2003

based on 9 ratings

| 2,923 views

The widow positioned herself spiritually for a greater miracle by first being obedient with her little

Give of your flour and oil, or Die! Luke 14:26-35 (Prayer) He that hath ears to hear, let him hear! Last week I began to share a message meant to enable you to come to the presence of Christ Jesus and receive what you so desperately need in your spiritual life. Jesus said that whosoever does ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:26-35

Denomination: Baptist

Three God-Given Titles

Contributed by Howard Parnell on Sep 20, 2002

based on 79 ratings

| 6,355 views

In John 15 we find three titles or positions granted to believers by Jesus Christ.

THREE GOD-GIVEN TITLES John 15 INTRO. In this chapter we find three titles given to believers. They are not empty titles, for they were given by the Lord Jesus Himself. But each one is conditioned with something else. I. AS BRANCHES WE ARE TO ABIDE. (vs. 1-5) A. The process and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Portrait Of A Fractured Family Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Oct 12, 2002

based on 48 ratings

| 6,163 views

A study of David’s mistakes that allow today’s Dads to be a positive influence on their children.

PORTRAIT OF A FRACTURED FAMILY 2 SAMUEL 12:11-12 & 1 CORINTHIANS 16:13-14 INTRODUCTION: A honeymoon couple made a long awaited trip to Washington, DC and stayed in the infamous Watergate Hotel, where secret tapes were recorded during the Nixon Presidency. Once in the room the concerned bride ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14, 2 Samuel 12:11-12

Denomination: Christian Church

The Preeminence Of Christ Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 3, 2001

based on 36 ratings

| 6,989 views

CHRIST DESERVES THE PREEMINENCE BY VIRTUE OF: - HIS POSITION OF HEADSHIP - AND HIS WORK OF RECONCILIATION

BIG IDEA: CHRIST DESERVES THE PREEMINENCE BY VIRTUE OF: - HIS POSITION OF HEADSHIP - AND HIS WORK OF RECONCILIATION (WITH RESPECT TO ALL OF CREATION AND TO THE CHURCH) I. (:18b) THESIS: “so that He himself might come to have first place in everything” Def.: “having paramount rank, dignity, or ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Power Under Control Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 22, 2001

based on 104 ratings

| 4,871 views

Getting a grip on what I say, so I can be a positive influence for Christ.

Power Under Control (Christian Survivor Series; Living Godly In a Godless World) James 3.1-12 February 25, 2001 Nancy Stoffregen¡¦s grade school daughter, Emily, fidgeted nonstop during the new pastor¡¦s first sermon. After 20 minutes of sighing and wiggling, she turned to her mother and ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

You Can Get With This Or You Can Get With That

Contributed by William White Jr on Mar 14, 2001

based on 94 ratings

| 11,937 views

This is a sermon designed to sway persons in either a positive or negative direction towards Christian living.

YOU CAN GET WITH THIS OR YOU CAN GET WITH THAT (THE CHOICE IS YOURS)-DEUTERONOMY 30:15-20 AND MATTHEW 5:27-31 What a world in which we live. It seems as if the world moves at an ironic or opposite path. It seems as if today’s society marches to the beat of a different drum than the past ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:15-20, Matthew 5:27-31

Denomination: Holiness

Yea

Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Oct 23, 2003

based on 34 ratings

| 2,061 views

This message shows from the scriptures some examples of the devil’s positive presentation of sin.

“Yea” Text: Genesis 3:1 Intro: Notice with me that the first word that the devil speaks in the scriptures is “Yea” or “”Yes” in his temptation of Eve. What can we learn from this? Temptation to sin and sin itself is always going to be presented by the devil as “positive.” The devil will never, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1

Denomination: Baptist

P.u.s.h.--Pray Until Something Happens! Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Mar 31, 2003

based on 929 ratings

| 329,352 views

In this parable, we learn the value of positive, persistent prayer and the need for prayer in our lives.

P.U.S.H. – Pray Until Something Happens! Luke 18:1-8 By Dr. David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION A young man went into a drugstore to buy 3 boxes of chocolate: small, medium, and large. When the pharmacist asked him about the three boxes, he said, “Well, I’m going over to a new girlfriend’s house for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8, Luke 18:1-18, Romans 12:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

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