Sermons on Sail:

Riding Out The Storm Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 1, 2009

What should a person do you do when the consequences for their sin begins to catch up with them. Let’s learn from the example of David how to ride out the storm of heartache and trouble in the wake of his sin.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a man who lay sprawled across three entire seats in this posh theater. 1. When the usher came by and noticed this, he whispered to the man, “Sorry, sir, but you’re only allowed one seat.” 2. The man groaned but didn’t budge. The usher became ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Asleep At The Wheel

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jun 7, 2009

Jesus slept while a storm brewed. The disciples were so afraid that they let their fear overpower their faith - something we still fall prey to.

LUKE 8:22-25 ‘One day, Jesus and His disciples got into a boat, and He told them, ‘Let’s cross the lake.’ They started out, and while they were sailing across, Jesus went to sleep. Suddenly a violent windstorm struck the lake, and the boat started taking on water and began to sink. They were in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: *other

An Overview Of Ephesians Series

Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Nov 19, 2009

Ephesus was a modern-day New Orleans, filled with voodoo, occult practices and mysticism. Paul carried out his most dramatic ministry in this city.

An Overview of Ephesians: Paul’s Letter to the Christians at Ephesus ________________________________________ Historical/Grammatical Method of Interpretation requires us to first look at the historical context in which Paul wrote the letter of Ephesians and in which the Christians in that city ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14, Ephesians 5:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

The Vision Of A Holy Heart Series

Contributed by Tim Adams on Dec 1, 2009

This sermon is to advance the old-fashioned but forgotten doctrine of holiness for producing a pure church.

“The Vision of A Holy Heart” 2 Corinthians 7:1 It is October 14th, and the sun is reflecting mirages of water on an Air Force base runway in southern Florida. The silence of that scene is interrupted as a long-winged plane touches down on the runway and taxies to the hanger. A thousand planes ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:1

Denomination: Baptist

Finishing Well Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 8, 2008

Live in the present with no restriction so that you can have a past with no regrets as you long for a future where you will never be rejected.

Finishing Well 2 Timothy 4:6-8 Rev. Brian Bill 6/8/08 40 years ago, God led several people to start PBC. A lot of other things happened in 1968 like the Olympics that were held in Mexico City. It’s not the easiest place to have the Olympics because of the terrible pollution and the high ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Rasing The Bar

Contributed by Jess Bousa on Dec 8, 2005

As the world is on a steady pace of being demoralized by the hour, Christians are called to Raise the Bar!

THE AUDIENCE WAS A CHRISTIAN DRUG & ALOHOL PROGRAM. IT HELPS TO USE POWER POINT WITH THIS INTRODUCTION (PICTURES OF THE SHIP ARE ON GOOGLE IMAGES). Commissioned in 1936, the RMS Queen Mary was the most awe-inspiring ocean-going vessel in the world. She was over 1,000 feet long, and weighted over ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:10-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Ministry Of Angels In Our Lives Today

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 11, 2007

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT THE MINISTRY OF ANGELS IN OUR LIVES TODAY AND HIGHLIGHTS THE FOLLOWING 1. DELIVERANCE 2. PROTECTION 3. JUDGEMENT 4. STRENGTH 5. REVELATION 6. GUIDANCE 7. ESCORT

THE MINISTRY OF ANGELS IN OUR LIVES TODAY ******************************************************** OUTLINE 1. DELIVERANCE 2. PROTECTION 3. JUDGEMENT 4. STRENGTH 5. REVELATION 6. GUIDANCE 7. ESCORT THE MESSAGE THE MINISTRY OF ANGELS IN OUR LIVES TODAY ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

There's No Reason To Dance Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Aug 22, 2005

Message 5 of 6 on emotions. Depression.

There’s No Reason to Dance Psalms 10:1 LORD, why are you so far away? Why do you hide when there is trouble? We all understand what depression is and how it affects us. Some of us are more given to depression than others but we’ve all felt its power in our lives – irrespective as to whether or ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Or What Is Leviathan? Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 8, 2011

A study of Isaiah chapter 27 verse 1

Isaiah 27: 1 ‘Doctored’ Photos Of The Antichrist 1 In that day the LORD with His severe sword, great and strong, will punish Leviathan the fleeing serpent, Leviathan that twisted serpent; And He will slay the reptile that is in the sea. I am sure that you are familiar with actor/producer Mel ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 27:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Built To Last

Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Apr 25, 2012

"Built to Last" is an exposition of the Parable of the Two Builders. Sermon Point: The life that lasts is built on the word of God.Main ideas: (1) The life that lasts is built on a firm foundation. (2) The life that lasts is tested by severe storms. (3) T

BUILT TO LAST Matthew 7:24-27 My father typically ended his sermons with an illustration, which he would introduce by saying: “If you miss my message, keep my story.” Of course, he did not mean that literally. This catchphrase meant that to get the point of the illustration was the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27, Matthew 7:24

Denomination: Baptist

The Day Two Missionaries Disagreed Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 5, 2016

This sermon relies heavily on Charles Swindoll's Paul: A Man of Grace and Grit, Word Publishing, 2002, Chapters 12. The sermon covers the part of Acts 15 when Paul and Barnabas parted company. From their situation, we draw lessons about handling conflict.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a little boy who got into an argument with some boys twice his size. 1. He drew a line in the dirt and dared the bigger boys to cross the line. 2. The bigger boys accepted the challenge and crossed the line. 3. Immediately, the little boy smiled and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:35-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Growing Larger Through Outreach (Pt. 3) Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 24, 2015

What do we say when it is time to share the gospel with others? This sermon helps us to be prepared when we have an opportunity to give an answer for the hope that we have.

Introduction: A. Today I’m praying that all of us, Christians, feel like we have some good news to share with others, and that we desperately desire to share it. 1. I like the story told of the little boy who greatly concerned his parents. a. The boy’s parents could not get him to utter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Anchor Of The Soul Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 12, 2014

In a world shrouded in hopelessness it is important there is a strong testimony from the Church that we know where true hope rests, in Christ. He is the anchor of our soul.

The Anchor of the Soul Hebrews Series * Heb. 5.11-6.20 April 2, 2014 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A A traveler to Greece witnessed a worker cleaning the Pantheon; the worker commented to the tourist, “You know, what 25 centuries could not ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Storms In Our Lives Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 4, 2010

Why would God allow bad things in our lives? So we can develop a strong faith; one which could actually save our eternal lives during a stronger storm later

LUKE 8:22-25 ‘One day, Jesus and His disciples got into a boat, and He told them, ‘Let’s cross the lake.’ They started out, and while they were sailing across, Jesus went to sleep. Suddenly a violent windstorm struck the lake, and the boat started taking on water and began to sink. They were in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Saul Proclaims Jesus As The Christ Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 2, 2017

The newly converted Saul persuasively preached Christ in the Damascus synagogue, to the amazement of all who had known him as an enemy of Christ (vv. 20-22).

March 12, 2014 By: Tom Lowe Lesson III.B.3: Saul Proclaims Jesus as the Christ (9:19b-30) Scripture 19b Then Saul spent some days with the disciples at Damascus. 20 Immediately he preached the Christ in the synagogues, that He is the Son of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:19-30

Denomination: Baptist