Sermons on Life Purpose:

Get A Life

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Nov 18, 2000

Jesus would have us to receive and live a life of abundance for which he came to give humanity.

"Get A Life": John 1:1-14 - Rev. Antonio L. Torrence, Pastor of Cross of Life Lutheran Church The philosopher, Henry David Thoreau, once said that most of us 'lead lives of quiet desperation." It would seem that Thoreau is right. Many of us are in the land of the living but our lives are not ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Life In The Spirit 

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 18, 2000

Life in the Spirit is more than we think.

INTRO.- ILL.- The captain’s voice came over the PA system of the airplane. He said, "There’s no cause for alarm but we felt you passengers should know that for the last three hours we’ve been flying without the benefit of radio, compass, radar, or navigational beam due to the breakdown of some ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sanctity Of Life

Contributed by David Whitaker on May 10, 2006

Let’s leave politics behind and simply see what the Bible says about the pre-born life.

“The Sanctity of Life” Psalm 139:1-6 Now I want to tell you straight up, that this message focuses on the abortion issue. The subject of life and abortion has been active in the public discourse—especially since the recent hearings for the nomination of Judge Alito. There are a lot of opinions—even ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Seasons Of Life Series

Contributed by Eric Lenhart on Aug 16, 2010

Coming through the seasons of life with the grace of God.

Seasons of Life (Ruth 4) Introduction: When I was much younger, I used to marvel at the change of the seasons. My heart was filled with wonder and excitement as the leaves would change various colors in the fall. Joy would fill my heart at the first flakes of snow that fell in the winter. My ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Church Of God

Look To Life Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Nov 28, 2012

How blessedly does this chapter teach us/loving kindness/Lord!

Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church November 25, 2012 “Looking for Life” "Look unto me, and be saved, all the ends of the earth: for I am God, and there is no other."—Isaiah 45:22. This/simply one of/blessed text/Lord gives us for our conversion. I plan to refine ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:22

Denomination: Baptist

"Church Life"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Dec 16, 2010

Spiritual life in the true church is much simpler than we try to make it

“They were continually devoting themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.” Church function has taken many forms in time and many rituals and practices have been implemented. They have then evolved for the good or the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Orthodox

A Balanced Life

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 27, 2025

This message examines how Satan tempted Jesus and how Jesus used the Word of God to stop him in his tracks. Jesus' temptation is a lesson for how we too should respond when we face temptations.

A Balanced Life Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11; John 9:39; Second Corinthians 4:3-4 Good morning Strangers Rest. The title of my message today is “A Balanced Life.” So far this year I have stood before you and talked about getting our thoughts in line with the Word of God and then acting on those ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, John 9:39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Influential Life Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 10, 2018

Peter's influence on the early church cast a long shadow for good.

Introduction: A. There is a Peanuts cartoon that shows Peppermint Patty talking to Charlie Brown and she says, “Guess what, Chuck? It was just the first day of school, and I got sent to the principal’s office. It was your fault, Chuck.” 1. Charlie Brown responds, “My fault? How could it be my ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-16, Acts 9:32-42, Acts 5:1-11, Acts 9:9-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Trials Are Life - Giving And Life - Changing

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Oct 16, 2002

James is calling us to a new way of thinking in times of trials. Consider it pure joy, because the Lord is there every step of the way

TRIALS “ARE” LIFE-GIVING AND LIFE CHANGING JAMES 1:2-4 Pastor Greg Mc Donald How many here have ever seen a golf ball...or held one in your hand? Probably all of you. Well, did you know that when they first manufactured golf balls, they made them smooth. But later on it was discovered that ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Almost Drowned By Life’s Distractions

Contributed by Spencer Miller on Apr 27, 2013

One of the worst and most serious of all life’s distractions is our fears which may momentarily cause us to take our eyes off of Jesus.

"But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me." INTRODUCTION Here’s a scenario I would like for you to consider, you just left the doctor’s office and was given a list of foods to avoid and then you go to a family dinner only to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:30

Denomination: Baptist

(Winning Life`s Super Bowl)

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on May 11, 2017

BECAUSE WE ARE ENGAGE IN SUPER BOWL GAME CALL LIFE AND I NEED TO PAUSE AND DROP SOMETHING ON YOUR MIND AND THAT IS THAT IF YOU DON`T KNOW JESUS AS LORD AND SAVIOR OF YOUR LIFE YOU`RE LOSING THE GAME

1 Kings 18:21-24 (KJV) And Elijah came unto all the people, and said, How long halt ye between two opinions? if the Lord be God, follow him: but if Baal, then follow him. And the people answered him not a word. [22] Then said Elijah unto the people, I, even I only, remain a prophet of the Lord; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:21-39

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Without Truth Is No Life At All Series

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Oct 12, 2016

A small outline of salvation and spiritual growth.

Title: A Life Without Truth is no Life at All Focus: Salvation and Spiritual Growth Illustration for Attention: The music blared through my ears as I sat with my head down praying for a revival. As I begged the Lord I thought, “If only they could somehow return to the Creator, to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Four Anchors For Life’s Storms

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 11, 2017

How will you respond when your storm hits? During Paul's storm, 4 anchors kept them from going under. Our four anchors are 1. Relationship with God, 2. the Word of God, 3. the People of God, and 4. Patient Endurance.

FOUR ANCHORS FOR LIFE’S STORMS Acts 27:1-44 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. There was a farmer who had three sons: Jim, John, and Sam. No one in the family had ever attended church or had time for God. The local church and pastor had tried to reach them, but to no avail. 2. Then one day Sam was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Storms Of Life And The Saviour That Brings Life

Contributed by Babatunde Olugboji on Aug 2, 2010

Scriptural Keys from Matthew 14 when Jesus walked on the sea

The Storms of Life and the Saviour that Brings Life Scriptural Keys from Matthew 14 Introduction This particular day was a gruelling day for Jesus and his disciples. John the Baptist was just beheaded and as the news reached Jesus, he had hoped to immerse himself in private prayer but the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:25-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Overcome Life’s Difficulties

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 2, 2022

Today’s message is to help you see that God has always wanted us to be OVERCOMERS. He wants us to overcome life’s difficulties.

We all feel we have had our share of DIFFICULTIES, and some of us feel we have had more than our share. Illus: Many times we feel like the man who was married to a beautiful woman, but they had difficulties in their marriage. Nothing seemed to be going right for him. But, one day as he was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14-18

Denomination: Baptist