Sermons on Positive Thinking:

Sermon # 4 - Chosen To Be Royalty Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jul 17, 2024

God has chosen us and called us to be a Royal Priesthood, but often we don’t realize our position in Christ. Abraham’s life will encourage us to realize how God can fulfill His great plans in the lives of those whom God has called and chosen.

We read in 1 Peter 2:9, However, you are chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, people who belong to God. You were chosen to tell about the excellent qualities of God, who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light. (GW) In the verses preceding the above mentioned verse, Peter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9, Romans 12:2, Genesis 12:14-15, Genesis 12:17, Genesis 12:18, John 1:12, Romans 5:17, Revelation 5:10, Genesis 13:7-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Uriah’s Be Careful

Contributed by Samuel M on Jun 24, 2024

Uriah blindly trusted David because of his reputation and position, without discerning his intentions and motives. Uriah worked hard and had a good reputation at work, yet he died as a result of David's grave sin. Uriah’s only mistake was blindly believing David.

And David wrote in the letter, saying, “Set Uriah in the forefront of the [c]hottest battle, and retreat from him, that he may be struck down and die.” 2 Samuel 11:15 When a man of God is living in sin, he is more dangerous than Satan. Run away from a man of God who is living in sin; he is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:15

Father’s Day Message - The Good Father

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 9, 2021

Our God is a Loving Father! What is God really like? Some people think the most important question of life is “Do you believe in God?” But a more important question is “What kind of God do you believe in?”

Luke 15 has been called the lost and found department of the Bible. In it we find (1) the lost sheep that was brought home with joy, Lu 15:4-7; (2) the lost silver that was found with joy, Lu 15:8-10; and the lost son that had been a prodigal, but returned to his father's house, and was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-24

Denomination: Methodist

Grumble Or Grow!

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 22, 2015

We don’t think God cares – if we mumble and grumble, but He does. We’re going to look at what grumbling is, why we shouldn’t grumble, and look at the alternatives to grumbling.

GRUMBLE OR GROW! Exodus 16:1-8 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A lawyer, a doctor, and a preacher went deer hunting together when along came a big buck. The three of them all shot at the same time, and immediately the buck dropped to the ground. 2. They all rushed up to examine the deer, but couldn't ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Don't Anticipate, Participate

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Oct 17, 2003

Just when we think we know exactly what God is going to do next, He wants to do something new. Putting God in a box could prevent you from receiving great blessings.

October 5, 2003 Morning Worship Text: Numbers 20:1-13 Subject: Water from a rock Title: Participate, Don’t Anticipate. As members of the human race, there are things that we share in common. We like to remain comfortable. We are resistant to change. We like to have an indication of what the future ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 20:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Cheap Kiss

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Mar 27, 2017

It is important for us to note Judas was a man of promise. I think Jesus saw a great potential in him. In Judas He saw someone who could have been used in a mighty way in the advancement of the Kingdom of God.

TITLE: A CHEAP KISS SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 26:14-16 / 47-50 We continue our “MARCH TOWARD CALVARY” during this Lenten Season. On last Sunday we considered the thought “JUDAS ISCARIOT: SO CLOSE, YET SO FAR.” I pray we were blessed by the message. This morning I want to continue, perhaps a Part ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:14-50

Denomination: Baptist

Peace With Him And Peace Within Series

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Oct 31, 2007

Paul tells us in Philippians 4 we can have peace with Him and peace within

Peace with Him and Peace Within Philippians 4 series – part 1 TCF Sermon Text October 7, 2007 Illustrate my worry bag: ask a volunteer from the congregation – come, stand on a chair, and hold my worry bag. In a symbolic act of turning my worries, my anxieties, over to God in prayer, I’m putting ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 5—perfect Man In The Midst Of Enemies. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 23, 2018

He wanted the Lord to carefully think about what he called here his “meditation;” that is, he desired him not merely to listen to his “words,” but to the secret and unexpressed desires of his soul.

Thursday, January 9, 2014 Tom Lowe Psalm 5—Perfect Man in the Midst of Enemies. 1 Give ear to my words, O LORD, consider my meditation. 2 Hearken unto the voice of my cry, my King, and my God: for unto thee will I pray. 3 My voice shalt thou hear in the morning, O LORD; in the morning will I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Framed! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 11, 2019

Faith in God can help us to adjust and go on when we would be prone to fracture.

Framed! (Genesis 39:1-23) 1. A cow and a chicken were framed and thrown into prison. They knew they had to get out to bring the criminals to justice so they spent weeks designing escape plans. Finally, a month after they had been thrown in, they escaped in the middle of the night. However, they ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Still Speaks Today

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 19, 2018

We live in a day of chaos. Everywhere there are voices speaking, telling us what to believe, how to live our lives, and how to even think. There's ONE VOICE we should be listening to -- God's! He's speaking to You!

GOD STILL SPEAKS TODAY John 10:27 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: It’s Important to Speak & Listen 1. A wife was suing her husband for divorce and accused him of not speaking to her in five years. "What have you got to say for yourself?" asked the horrified judge. The husband replied meekly, "Well, er, I ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Grace For The Despised

Contributed by Jeff Hagan on May 27, 2017

True grace goes much deeper than we tend to think it does. We tend to reserve it for those who are already followers of Christ, however, Christ exercised grace, mercy, and love even to the most despised of sinners.

Introduction: I’m sure most of you are familiar with the biblical account of a tiny little guy by the name of Zacchaeus. Well, far from just an entertaining story popular among Sunday School children, the incident with Zacchaeus gives us an incredible example of God’s grace and love. We see in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Developing Vision For Life

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jan 5, 2026

A Holy Spirit-inspired vision generates its own energy and energizes people’s hearts, minds, and bodies in a positive direction. Some have likened vision to a match that sets people’s hearts ablaze, moving them to action. We’ll explore how to develop such a vision for our lives.

“Developing Vision for Life” Proverbs 23:7 Watch on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtNhdMAPtWw As human beings, we all possess an incredible imagination. Here’s a fact I didn’t know. Our eyes take in four (4) million bytes of information every second, and the moment we see ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Matthew 6:22-23, Matthew 9:17, Proverbs 23:7, Proverbs 29:18, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Spirituality - Part Of The Life God Blesses Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on May 14, 2007

Spirituality is a term that is much used and equally misunderstood in our time. In the broadest sense, when we define spirituality, we think of that person who is intent on the qualities of soul, whose life is not centered on physical matters such as owni

Series - “Preparing to Prosper” “God loves to bless His children!” That is the declaration of the Bible, a promise that we can live by. In this series of messages, my aim has been to teach how we position ourselves to stand in the flow of God’s blessing, to live in a way that is prosperous, not ...read more

Scripture: John 3:3-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Courageous Combatant Completes Commission

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on May 29, 2007

On Memorial Day as well as the Fourth of July, our minds drift to the Patriotism of those who have given their all for our freedom. And, we think, we should be more like them and their love for our country.

II TIMOTHY 4:7 COURAGEOUS COMBATANT COMPLETES COMMISSION I. COMBATANT: * A. Called. B. Commissioned. C. Compensated II. COMMANDER: ** A. Credible. B. Compassionate. C. Conqueror III. CONFLICT: *** A. Continuous. B. Consuming. C. Cosmic. “I have fought a good fight….” What words ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

What's The Big Deal About Alcohol Anyways? Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Jul 2, 2008

Alcohol is a major problem in our culture and a political hot topic within the American Church. But what does God really think about it? Is it sin? Is it evil? Or is it okay in moderation? Pastor Ryan attempts to answer these and more in part 2 of his for

Forbidden Part 2- What’s The Bid Deal About Alcohol Anyways? Pastor Ryan Akers Hymn #365- A pastor was preaching on alcohol one Sunday and to finish up his sermon with some passion he said, “If I had all the beer in the world, I would throw it into the river!” Then with a little more passion and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:10-23

Denomination: Wesleyan