Sermons on Life Pursuits:

Navigating Life’s Storms Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 20, 2023

A storm could be a financial hardship, a personal loss, a sickness, or a troubled relationship. We can’t always predict them. We can’t outrun them. But we can navigate through them by the power and presence of God.

Sermon – Navigating Life’s Storms Scripture-Acts 27:13-44 ‘When a light wind began blowing from the south, the sailors thought they could make it. So they pulled up anchor and sailed close to the shore of Crete. 14 But the weather changed abruptly, and a wind of typhoon strength (called a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:13-44, 2 Corinthians 11:25, John 16:33, Romans 12:12, Romans 15:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Life’s Turning Points Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on May 12, 2019

When we see Ruth at the feet of the lord of the harvest, this is the turning point in the whole story of this book. Up till now, RUTH is laboring, with some protection and provision from Boaz. But from this point on, BOAZ is busy!

Life’s Turning Points Series: Ruth Chuck Sligh August 18, 2013 TEXT: Please turn to Ruth 3 INTRODUCTION I’d like to read a story to you that I thought was very interesting: It was Sunday morning and Harry was off. He pulled driveway in his 2-seater convertible, with the roof closed ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Christian Life Is A Wilderness Life

Contributed by Kamalanathan Francis on Jan 18, 2021

Many are excited to follow Jesus but lost Hope when the challenges come. The Christian walk does not avoid the storm, but to pass through it. Till the day the Lord calls us home, he helps us to Live a victorious life over every challenge.

Many are excited to follow Jesus Christ when they receive a miracle in their life. But later they understand, that Christian life is a wilderness journey. Where the believers do not pass by the storm, but they go throw it. It is terrifying to experience but the Lord is near and the victory is for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:56, 2 Corinthians 1:20, Deuteronomy 6:18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Overcoming Life’s Disasters Series

Contributed by Kerry Tilley on Aug 25, 2018

Learning to maintain integrity and resisting the urge to blame God during a disaster in life.

TEXT: JOB 1:13-19; 2:7-9 Objective: To help the listener learn to maintain their integrity and resist the urge to blame God during a disaster in life. INTRODUCTION: I conclude my series today on Moving Forward in Life. We have learned how to overcome disappointments and difficulties. Today, we ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:13-19, Job 1:20-22, Job 2:7-9, Job 23:10, Job 27:4, Job 19:25, Matthew 11:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Transcending Life’s Challenges Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 22, 2020

The fears and hardships of life can weigh heavily upon us, and sometimes the best way to cope is to transcend them by focusing and pondering the truths of God’s Word, particularly His promise to bring us through.

Transcending Life’s Challenges (Romans 8:31-34) 1. Today is Father’s Day and today’s sermon has a lot of Jewish Roots to it. So I decided to begin with a joke about a Jewish father. 2. Sid Samuels, 79, was on the operating table awaiting surgery, to be performed, at this insistence by his own ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-5, Romans 8:31-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Accepting Life’s Seasons Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 20, 2017

We need to embrace life and the human experience with God at our side.

Accepting Life’s Seasons (Ecclesiastes 3:1-15) 1. She’s only in her 40s, but my friend Mary has bounced back from cancer, heart problems, even a stroke. Through it all, she and her husband, Mark, have kept their sense of humor. One day she said, “You know what kills me … ?” Smiling, Mark teased, ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hope, Life’s Anchor

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Dec 3, 2024

Advent is a season of preparation and anticipation, marking the four weeks leading up to Christmas. The word "Advent" comes from the Latin adventus, meaning "coming" or "arrival."

Title: Hope, Life’s Anchor Text: Isaiah 9:6-7 "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Overcoming Life’s Storms

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 24, 2025

Storms are a part of life, but with Jesus in our boat, we can overcome them. The key is to trust God, remain steadfast in faith, and know that no storm lasts forever.

OVERCOMING LIFE’S STORMS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 4:35-41 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:2, Psalm 107:29, Matthew 14:22-33, James 1:2-4, Romans 8:37 INTRODUCTION Life is full of storms—unexpected challenges, trials, and difficulties that shake our faith and test our endurance. In Mark ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Not A Changed Life, But An Exchanged Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 7, 2024

This sermon explores the profound truth of being crucified with Christ, living not for ourselves, but allowing Christ to live within us.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. I am thrilled to stand before you today, not because I have all the answers, but because we get to gather in the presence of the One who does. As we gather in this sanctuary, let's take a moment to remember that we are standing on holy ground. This is not ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Topics: Christ Lives, Us

A New Life?

Contributed by John Howard on Jan 14, 2002

A look at the new life we have in Christ and how Christ wants us to respond.

Col 3:1-4 I have struggled with getting my topic or my idea captured - In words on paper - It seems I have had a restlessness - About what to talk about today - I have a desire, a deep desire - To encourage you to look heavenward - In every day, in every situation, in every moment Let me read you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4, 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Get Smart! James 3

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 29, 2013

James tells us that there are two different wisdoms trying to control of our lives – one originates from Heaven above and the other is an earthly unspiritual wisdom. We need to “Get Smart” with God’s Wisdom from above!

Series: Let’s Do This! Summary of sermon 1 and 2 Sermon 3: Get Smart! Question – There are Two Wisdoms in this World- Which one do you follow? Video Clip: You Tube Get Smart clips http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e8amXSGAtd0 cut at 4:03! Thesis: James tells us that there are two ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pursuing . . . Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 18, 2015

part 2 looks at Solomon's attempts to find joy through other means.

Pursuing . . . Ecclesiastes 1:12-2:26 July 19, 2015 It’s hard to believe that it was only 15 days ago when we celebrated the 4th of July. We know the Declaration of Independence declared declares we are endowed by our Creator with the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God At The Movies Part 1: The Glorious Party Series

Contributed by Tim Shepard on May 10, 2010

This sermon is about how God has done everything he can to seek out his children.

God At The Movies: Part 1 The Glorious Party Good morning! We are so glad you’re here with us today. Today I want to get started in a new sermon series. This one is going to be a little bit different than some of the others that I’ve preached. I know for a fact that there ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: *other

Called To Be Holy Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 30, 2009

In Zechariah, you see God’s incredible forgiveness and promise of restoration and depth of love for His people, who had been slaves in Babylon and were now returning to rebuild their country, their lives, and their faith

Called to Be Holy Zech 5 August 10, 2008 Intro: I distinctly remember a conversation with a young man back in the days that I was a youth pastor. He was making some really destructive decisions in his life, and I was trying to convince him to make some better ones. I tried to help him see the ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Gift Beyond Description

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 6, 2001

Paul said, "Thanks be unto God for His indescribable gift." Why does Paul call Jesus "indescribable?" I think that there are at least four reasons.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. My text this morning is 2 Corinthians 9:15. It is a short verse, only 8 words long. Listen as the apostle Paul says, "Thanks be unto God for His indescribable gift." This is the time of year when we are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15, 2 Corinthians 9:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ