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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
When we are forced into the middle of difficult scenarios, prayer should be our first option.
TROUBLE COMES 1 Samuel 1:10 first tells us that Hannah was deeply distressed. Other translations describe her as having bitterness of soul, being greatly distressed, crushed in soul, and in deep anguish. This could be described further as being in a mental state of great, intense distress. It is ...read more
Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-20
Denomination: United Methodist
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
One of the most important steps we can take toward achieving our greatest potential in life is to learn to monitor our thoughts and its impact on our attitude.
Proverbs 4:23 says "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it". One of the most important steps we can take toward achieving our greatest potential in life is to learn to monitor our thoughts and its impact on our attitude. Everything we perceive in the physical world ...read more
Denomination: Pentecostal
What has affliction accomplished in your life?
Have your afflictions worked on you? No doubt they have an effect on you. Psalm 34:19 Scripture tells us ,”Many are the afflictions of the righteous but The LORD delivers him from them all” Afflictions serve many purposes in our lives. I will not get into this. Affliction is guaranteed in this ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 34:19
This sermon aims to explore the concept of unity in Christianity, understand the causes of disunity, and highlight the blessings that come from living in unity as per God's desire.
Good morning, beloved friends. Today we're gonna dig deep into a topic that's close to the heart of God and should be close to ours as well – Unity. In his book "Life Together," Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a respected Christian author and theologian, wrote, "Christianity means community through Jesus ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 4:4
Topics: Lack Of Unity, Results
Christians can be positive because God has an intense interest in us; He has given us a new birth; He has a purpose for our trials; and He has allowed us to live in a special time.
Are the days we live in any more difficult than the days of the past? Maybe not. Of course, the level of comfort has significantly increased due to the many advances in technology. But have these improvements in technology actually helped society. The truth is, people still face the same problems ...read more
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-12
Denomination: Baptist
Having a Positive Attitude is a vital aspect of a successful Christian life, this sermon looks at ways that the proper perspective insures our success.
THE ABSOLUTELY POSITIVELY PROPER PERSPECTIVE (All my sermons use illustrations found on sermoncentral.com and all scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted) Having the proper perspective is truly one of the most important things we can have in life. Another way of saying this is: Having a ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11
2nd in a series on the seven Churches in Revelation. Looking at characteristics that help us have a positive presence in our community and in our church.
POSITIVE PRESENCE IN THE FACE OF PERSECUTION A Study in the Churches of Revelation Revelation 2:8-11 INTRODUCTION: Last week we began our series “Everybody is Known for Something”, and explored what we should be known for based on Christ’s conversation with the church at Ephesus. We found out ...read more
Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11
This section of the Story covers complaining in the wilderness; the bad report from the spies; and Moses' final speech.
1. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_MaJDK3VNE a. I wonder if Moses felt like he was "herding cats" b. Or, maybe he felt like a parent on a cross country road trip with the kids saying: 1) Are we there yet? 2) Mom, he's looking at/touching me. 3) Bologna sandwiches? Why can't we stop? 2. A serious ...read more
This Lesson covers the complaints in the desert; the spies' report and Moses' speech before the promised land.
This sermon looks at six steps to overcome complaining. 1. Admit There Is A PROBLEM 2. Change your SELF-TALK 3. Speak POSITIVELY 4. Take Responsibility For Your Own LIFE 5. Develop An Attitude Of GRATITUDE 6. Look For God In Every SITUATION
Joy in the Journey - Being Positive In A Negative World Complaining kills joy. It makes you unhappy. It makes everyone around you unhappy too. How many of you like to be around complainers? The problem is – that once we start to complain – it is hard to stop. Complaining can become a habit ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:14-16
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Mark 11:25 – 26; Luke 18:14; Galatians 6: 1-2; Ephesians 4:32
Has a foreigner ever approached you on the street? The person might want to ask for directions or be seeking some type of information. However, because they are not familiar with our customs, their approach causes you to move away. Well, this is the situation, we find ourselves in with God. God is ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15
Denomination: *other
he chose to dwell on the positive no matter what was going on in his life… And God rewarded The diligence and trust of his faith....and turned every situation he faced around miraculously for the good.
Choose to "Accentuate" the positive Illus. The Tongue A biblical writer said, “The tongue can no man tame.” A Greek philosopher asked his servant to provide the best dish possible. The servant prepared a dish of tongue, saying: “It is the best of all dishes, because with it we ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 12:35, Philippians 4:19
As we have the Light of Life, we are overcomers in Christ and positive winners in Christ Jesus
“for everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith” (1 John 5:4). “I am a victor in Christ Jesus… I am an Overcomer… Nothing in my circumstances… Nothing what people say or do will affect my ...read more
Scripture: 1 John 5:4
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Positive Perseverance Prompts Prosperity Hebrews 12:1-3 Eric A. Snyder, Minister Farwell Church of Christ October 28, 2001 Mike Ditka, New Orleans Saints football coach with a reputation for optimism, came into the locker room to give his team a pre-game pep talk. "All right Boys!" he said, ...read more
Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3
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