Sermons on Positivity:

Humility Series

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Nov 1, 2016

Humility demonstrated by Jesus is the greatest act of selflessness of any ruler. As Tim Tebow says..."humility is not thinking less of yourself just thinking of yourself less. Jesus shows us how to leave our title, status and position behind.

Humility Philippians 2:1-11 Can we express Christ’s majesty with just one word? This would be a most difficult exercise. For some of us we might choose the word “Love” or “Saviour” but for those who want to capture Christ’s majesty only one word does ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Advent 4 2016 Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 5, 2017

The lengths to which God the Father would go in order to redeem and reconcile fallen humanity is a unfathomable testimony to His unrivaled position as God and Father of all. God the Son was indeed in a manger; fully God and fully the God-Man. Emmanuel!

Scripture Reading: Matthew 1:18-25 (Please open your Bibles to this text) When a man fathers a child and then leaves he abandons his child. The father might live in the same town as the child but if he only ever observes the child then he is a biological father but not a father in the true sense ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Nazarene

Significantly Significant Not Insignificant

Contributed by Sumeet Mj on Mar 11, 2015

You are Loved by God in Christ. Knowing your position and stand in the Lord gives you a confidence that enables you to face all oppressive forces with divine strength. Pastor Sumeet shares this powerful revelations from the scripture to prove this.

Mark 14:3 And being in Bethany at the house of Simon the leper, as He sat at the table, a woman came having an alabaster flask of very costly oil of spikenard. Then she broke the flask and poured it on His head. 4 But there were some who were indignant among themselves, and said, "Why was this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Follow Jesus--Though Persecuted Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Jun 8, 2021

How we regard difficulties and persecutions will have everything to do with whether we respond positively or negatively to them. Surprising to us, the very things designed by men to destroy faith cause it to thrive, when we have a godly attitude.

Jeanie and I recently read a book with a provocative name—The Insanity of God—by the pseudonymous author Nip Ripken. Of course, the title elicits the question, what is insane about God—a question the author never directly answers, but only becomes evident upon contemplation of his message. It ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-11

Denomination: Bible Church

Refuting The Entitled Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 7, 2022

In entitlement thinking, “title equals entitlement.” Favor is demanded based on one’s status or position. It seems the descendants of Joseph felt entitled to more land because they were a large tribe; but bigger doesn't equal blessing.

When it comes to possessing the land, we can’t just stand around waiting for someone to hand it to us. The same is true for those who are drawn to the work of God in our church and who want to partner with us. When we begin making an impact for the kingdom, and as we start leading others to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 17:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Moses' Revival Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 23, 2021

How did a spoiled rich kid, raised in a royal palace, decide to choose the people of God over high position and worldly riches? Let's look at how God used Moses to provide revival to an enslaved people.

How did a spoiled rich kid, raised in a royal palace, decide to choose the people of God over high position and worldly riches? Let's look at how God used Moses to provide revival to an enslaved people. From the burning bush to being refused entry into the land of promise, Moses led one of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Attitude

Contributed by James Thibodeaux on Oct 29, 2021

As Christians the attitudes which we display towards their fellow man will have a great bearing on our relationship to God. Next to knowing Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, nothing is more important than having a good positive attitude.

Intro: Following Jesus means that we change. We're transformed into looking like Jesus - being more like Him in our ABC's - Attitudes, Behavior and Character. Today’s message will be on Attitudes. So what is a Attitude? Well Webster defines attitude as: A manner of acting, feeling, or ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:8

Denomination: Baptist

Edifying Series

Contributed by Obuba Okwara on Nov 3, 2021

Love enables us to rise up as an edifice built to last forever. Love looks for positive ways to encourage the object of it's affection. Loves is not blind; sees all the wrongs and faults, but makes a choice not to dwell on them.

Love edifies, it builds up the object of it's affection. It never pulls down, never talks down on the one it loves. Love sees the good, pulls it out, promotes and amplifies the good not the bad, and makes the good even better. Love enables us to rise up as an edifice built to last forever. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11

The Babe And The Bell Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 8, 2021

It is no wonder that bells have become a symbol of Christmas, for God chose the bell to be a symbol of joy and victory in His presence. There are numerous types of bells, but all of them have some positive value, and thus, have something in common with the Babe of Bethlehem.

Bells are one of the common symbols of Christmas, because all through history, bells have been used to play the role of the angels on that first Christmas. Bells ring forth the message of joy. The bell and the babe of Bethlehem are linked in many ways. Nowhere is this more evident, than when you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

“i Am The Greatest” Mark 9:33-37

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 21, 2013

The disciples, on more than one occasion, argued over who should hold the highest position in the kingdom. Their desire was for recognition and honor in an earthly kingdom. Jesus had to refocus their thinking and I believe the same refocusing is needed by many today.

The disciples, on more than one occasion, argued over who should hold the highest position in the kingdom. Their desire was for recognition and honor in an earthly kingdom. Jesus had to refocus their thinking and I believe the same refocusing is needed by many today. We all have the same needs ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:33-37

Denomination: Baptist

Eat My Dirt Devil

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 24, 2020

Are you tired of feeling like you are in the back of the pack and eating the dust of those in the front? Well it's time to change positions, it's time to move to the lead and let the devil eat your dirt.

I believe I have a word from God today that will be a blessing to you I was praying and seeking the Lord about this word today; and honestly I was telling the Lord that we need an encouraging word. I was telling the Lord that we know we need to hear all the hard stuff and how to be prepared for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:46

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Stand When Life Knocks You Down

Contributed by John Dobbs on May 22, 2016

How to stand when life knocks you down ... what God is doing to help us regain position when events of life make us wonder if we're going to make it. Romans 5:1-5

HOW TO STAND WHEN LIFE KNOCKS YOU DOWN Romans 5:1-5 Introduction: No matter how strong or independent we think we are, there are times when things in life knock us down. Things that happen to us - out of our control. Things that others do to us - out of hatred or fear. Troubles that we make for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1, Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Power In The Name Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 27, 2024

One of the greatest keys to spiritual power is the name of Jesus. We often fail in ministry because we depend on our own ability to deliver someone. It is not our name, position, orauthority that carries the power. Our power is in the name of Jesus.

UNDERSTANDING POWER PRINCIPLES POWER IN THE NAME OF JESUS - POWER PRINCIPLE THREE OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this lesson you will be able to: • Explain the importance of names in Bible times. • Identify the greatest name which is above all others. • Identify the meaning of the name ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:9-11

Judges 10 Jephtha Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 2, 2023

Jephthah was the son of a harlot, he was thrust out of his family by his half-brothers, became a soldier, then a military commander, and lastly became a Judge. The Lord used this person from a lowly position to deliver Israel from her enemies.

Text: Judges 10:6-12:7 Theme: Jephthah Episode Life of Jephtha: Jephthah was the son of a harlot, he was thrust out of his family by his half-brothers, became a soldier, then a military commander, and lastly became a Judge from 1087 to 1081 B.C. The Lord used this person from a lowly position to ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Standing For God’s Truth

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jan 16, 2023

We live in world of compromise where people are letting go of standards, values, and morals to have recognition, position, titles, clout, and prestige. Society has pushed for the lowering of standards with the so-called premise of improving equality, acceptance, and accessibility.

Standing for God’s Truth By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. Psalm 119:1-4 says, “Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the Lord. Blessed are they that keep his testimonies, and that seek him with the whole heart. They also do no iniquity: they walk in his ways. Thou hast ...read more

Scripture: John 18:37-38

Denomination: Apostolic