Sermons on Rules For Life:

Jesus, The Bread Of Life

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Oct 6, 2005

A simple sermon for our service for Older Folks.

Jesus, the bread of life. Harvest 6.10.05. Silver Service. Jn 6:32-40 As World War II was drawing to a close, the Allied armies gathered up many hungry orphans. They were placed in camps where they were well-fed. Despite excellent care, they slept poorly. They seemed nervous and afraid. Finally, a ...read more

Scripture: John 6:32-40

Denomination: Baptist

Weathering The Storms Of Life

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jan 30, 2006

Four facts that will help us weather the storms of life.

We all know about Hurricane Katrina. We’ve seen the devastation it caused. Maybe you’ve wondered, “How would I have responded if I had been affected by that storm?” I want to talk tonight about “weathering the storms of life.” How does the Bible say we should react to pain and suffering? Job ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Life's Detours And Disruptions Series

Contributed by James Hardy on Feb 3, 2006

So often in our lives we hit a bump in the road. We answer the phone and on the other end there’s bad news. Ever happen to you?

Has it ever happed to you? The phone rings and on the other end there’s bad news. You go to the mailbox and there’s a letter from the IRS or a past due notice, more bad news. You go to the doctor and he gives it to you, bad news. There’s a knock on your door, bad news. Sure, we have all had ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Along The Road Of Life... Series

Contributed by Ryan Welsh on Feb 9, 2006

This is a sermon on Joshua chapter 5 and indicates what Israel has done through their road of life... and finally in Joshua chapter 5 they do something prescriptive for us to follow as well.

February 12, 2006 Joshua 5:1-12 “Along the road of life…” • Intro. o I figured out what happened in the super bowl.  Show Ref. slide. o I want you guys to look at a few confusing things that you might see along the road of life…  Show road signs. o We have been walking ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Price Of A Powerful Life

Contributed by W F on Feb 18, 2006

If I want to lead a life of influence then I must pay the price of a powerful life.

“The Price of a Powerful Life” Luke 14:25-27. There is a price to be paid if you want to lead a powerful life. Jesus put it like this ... ... any of you who does not give up everything he has cannot be my disciple (Luke 14:33) Friends, if you want to lead other people to greatness you must pay ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-27

Denomination: *other

Training For The Gold In Life

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Feb 24, 2006

This sermon relates the neccessary training by athletes in the Olympics to the need to be Trained by God’s Word in our lives.

Going for the Gold in Life 1Cor. 9:24-27, 2Tim. 3:16-17 By Pastor Brad Rigney Olympic Stories – from the Torino Games. Leading up to the necessity for these athletes to Train. What do we need to Go for the Gold in Life? Motivation of Love, 1John 4:7-21 Faith; active and persevering, Heb. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Adventist

David's Prayer Life

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Mar 10, 2006

Sometimes we need to pattern ourselves after other great men. What made David great was not his warrior tactics, his position or his name. It was his prayer life.

David’s Prayer Life Acts 1:13-14 When people refer to Pentecost and the first church, many times they get so tangled up with the results instead of focusing on the actual application that it took to get to the results of Pentecost. Never forget, verse 14 tells you why they were able to experience ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Potential Of An Unlimited Life Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Mar 12, 2006

To Christian "in Christ" an invitation is given to unlimited life. Unlimited life is a gift from God -- Grace, Unlimited Life comes from the presence of God -- Peace, Unlimited Life comes from our position with God -- Place (standing)

Intro: Life unlimited has Christ as its center. The false teachers in Colosse are trying to move the church from its center. Paul is teaching them how to deal with the false teachers. Colossians 2.20 “If you have died with Christ to the elementary principles of the world, why as if you were ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of The Christian Life!

Contributed by W. Alderman on Mar 14, 2006

This simple message shows the profound joy that comes from knowing Jesus!

The Joy Of The Christian Life Philippians 1 Introduction: The book of Philippians will teach us the Biblical concept of joy. I want us to look at the foundation upon which our joy rest. That foundation is the Christian life. This Christian life is impossible without Christ! Keep ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

Life Worth Living Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Jan 25, 2007

Everyone is looking for what makes life worthwhile. But a Life Worth Living is only found in Christ.

Introduction I. One of the things that a good writer or speaker will do at the opening of his work is attempt to capture your mind. A. Now you may not agree with this assessment, and that is OK, but someone once told me, 1. “Pastor. The best part of your message is your introduction.” 2. At ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Living An Intentional Life

Contributed by Chris Mccall on Feb 5, 2007

An intentional life has purpose, discipline and vision. With these words in mind let’s begin exploring what it means to live an intentional life.

Living an Intentional Life Psalms 139:16 NLT You saw me before I was born. Every day of my life was recorded in your book. Every moment was laid out before a single day had passed. This week we are starting a new series titled, “Living an Intentional Life”. During this series, we will be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Life Guard On Duty Series

Contributed by Neil Lieder on Feb 13, 2007

Rip Tide Series Week 2: Life Guard on Duty This message stresses the importance of warning those we see falling into sin, and our responsibility to heed the warnings that God sends to us.

RIP TIDE 2. Life Guard On Duty As we continue in our message series RIP TIDE, this evening we are talking about Life Guard on Duty. Last week we heard God’s warning to us about the Rip Tide of sin and the pull it has in our life. He tells us ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 33:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Blessings Of A Long Life Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 16, 2007

The 23rd Psalm is one of the most beloved in all of Scriptures, especially of those with a few miles on the odometer of life. I suspect that the older a person gets the more he falls in love with the psalm. I think I know why!

Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Family Classics Series The Blessings of A Long Life Psalm 23 Introduction: The 23rd Psalm is one of the most beloved in all of Scriptures, especially of those with a few miles on the odometer of life. I suspect that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6, Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Mystery Of The Uncertainties Of Life Series

Contributed by Chadrick Forrester on Feb 18, 2007

This sermon deals with the problem of suffering and pain.

The book of Ecclesiastes deals with the toughest questions in life including the problems associated with suffering and evil. Chapter 8:14 says "Here’s something that happens all the time and makes no sense at all: Good people get what’s coming to the wicked, and bad people get what’s coming to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Nature Of The Christian Life Series

Contributed by Rusty Davidson on Feb 19, 2007

Details how the reality of Christ’s supremacy in all things brings certain characteristics to the Christian Life.

The Supremacy of Christ: The Nature of the Christian Life Text: Colossians 1:9-14 I. Introduction Illustration: Farmer called to preach. Sitting under a tree sees letters P and C in the clouds. Decides it means “Preach Christ.” Sells farm and equipment goes to preach. He was horrible. After a ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Baptist