Sermons on Life At Sea:

Valley Life

Contributed by Terry Barnhill on Nov 6, 2006

It’s so tempting to believe that God will somehow protect us from such catastrophic trials if only our faith is strong enough, our convictions deep enough, our conduct good enough. God’s plans, however, are frequently confusing and mysterious.

Before I can begin, I have a confession to make. Personally, I find it very hard to “glory in tribulation.” I’m not talking about flat-tire tribulations or ants-in-the-kitchen tribulations. I mean the tribulations of Job that rock us to the very core of our faith. It’s so tempting to believe ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Life That Now Is

Contributed by Joe Overholt on Nov 11, 2006

God has provided for us, both in heaven, and the life that now is.

The Life That Now Is! Foundational Text: 1 Timothy 4:7-8, 15 But refuse profane and old wives’ fables, and exercise thyself rather unto godliness. (8) For bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Beginnings Of Life

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 17, 2006

This is a message on the Sanctity of Human Life.

THE BEGINNINGS OF LIFE Genesis 25:23 INTRO: When does human life begin? How often have you heard that question during discussions about abortion? Others look for a point midway during fetal development where the unborn child can be declared fully human. Some even say that life does not begin ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:23

Denomination: Baptist

Life Cycles Series

Contributed by David Welch on Nov 17, 2006

First in a series on the unlikely heros of faith introduced in Hebrews 11

Chico Alliance Church October 6, 2002 Pastor David Welch “Life Cycles” Unlikely Heroes: Part One Introduction God uses all kinds of people to accomplish His work. We ought to consider it a privilege that God includes imperfect fragile humans to bring about eternal impact. Oftentimes a whole group ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-5

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Abundant Life

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 5, 2006

Keys to the abundant life promised and provided in Christ.

It is easy to become disillusioned in this life. Heartaches come. Dreams remain unrealized. Hopes, sometimes, are dashed. Jesus came to set these things right. In John 10:10 Jesus states, “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Life In The Word

Contributed by Brian Gilbert on Oct 9, 2006

Discover he importance of Gd’s Word in everyday life.

LIFE IN THE WORD Psalm 119:89-96 Introduction: This morning in the ABC’S class we looked at Bible Basics. Share from interesting facts sheet. Share “THE ANVIL” poem. It can seem at times that the Bible is for Church or for the Super Religious. Honestly, at times it seems as though modern ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89-96

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Life As A Rock

Contributed by Clint Davison on Oct 10, 2006

Peter’s encouragement to live lives distinct from the world around us to God’s glory.

Life as a Rock: 1 Peter 2:4-12 A. Did your Mom ever say, “Behave yourself. Remember you’re a _________ and you never know who might see you.”? Mine did. I hated that…because she was right. You just never know who might be watching. Especially now, as a Christian, and even more so as a future ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Celebration Of Life

Contributed by Kent Wise on Oct 13, 2006

Eulogy for my wife’s grandmother.

Celebration of Life Avalee Duncan Atkins March 2, 1926 – January 22, 2006 By: Pastor Kent Wise 13 If I speak in the tongues d of men and of angels, but have not love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. 2 If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Living The Life

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Oct 15, 2006

A look at the lifestyle of the Christian

The story goes that: “A young soldier and his commanding officer got on a train together. The only available seats were across from an attractive young woman who was traveling with her grandmother. As they engaged in pleasant conversation, the soldier and the young woman kept eyeing one another; ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Methodist

The Stewardship Of Life

Contributed by Richard Hosea on Oct 21, 2006

Teaching on how to be good stewards of all of life including time, talents, liesure, and money

The Stewardship of Life II Cor 8:1-7 You have seen the title of this message, now you have put your earplugs in and are ready to go to sleep. Stewardship has never been a popular teaching of the Bible. But there is no way that we can get around this important doctrine. Jesus talked more about ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Life Is A Battlefield

Contributed by Danny Anderson on Oct 27, 2006

Too many Christians believe it’s easier to pay off the bully than learn how to defeat him. Too many don’t even realize we are living on a battlefield not a playground!

Life is a Battlefield Text: Ephesians 6:10-14 Introduction: A man wrote: "There used to be this bully who would demand my lunch money every day. Since I was smaller, I would give it to him. Then I decided to fight back. I started taking karate lessons, but the instructor wanted $5 a lesson. That ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Victorious Life

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 28, 2006

I. A victorious Christian apprehends his righteousness II. A victorious Christian accepts his resources III. A victorious Christian appropriates his relationship

The Victorious Life Ephesians 1:1-6 Far too many Christians are living below where they ought to be. The biggest reason for this is simply they have never discovered who they are in Christ. In Ephesians, Paul tells who we are in Christ in chapter 1; in chapters 2 and 3 he informs us of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Changed Life Series

Contributed by Joseph Mcculley on Nov 24, 2005

There should be a change after someone gets saved.

1 Peter 1:13-16 A Changed Life Introduction: We saw in verses 3-5 that God has been good to the Christian. Peter tells us four specific things God has done for the Christian. He has saved us (v.3). He gives us a living Hope (v.3b). He give us an inheritance (v.4). He guards us ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Rollercoaster Of Life

Contributed by David Sorn on Dec 1, 2005

When we suffer through trials, we should look for ways we can learn from them and trust that God is in control no matter what the outcome is.

INTRODUCTION One of my biggest worries during my senior year of college was getting a job. It was now time for me to enter the “real-world.” Well actually, I wasn’t going to enter the “real-world.” I was going to Seminary. But nonetheless, I still needed a job to provide for myself and my ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Dec 6, 2005

How to seek for and take in bread that will really nourish your soul

Names of God: " the bread of life". WBC 4 Dec 2005 pm. John 6:25-51 A man was a regular diner at a restaurant. The owner always did his best to please him. One day he complained that he only received one piece of bread with his meal, so the waiter promptly brought him four slices. The man said, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-51

Denomination: Baptist