Sermons on Staple Of Life:

It's A Wonderful Life

Contributed by Greg Baskerville on Mar 24, 2005

This was my first funeral service. It is an illustration of how one person can affect many lives.

It’s A Wonderful Life” In 1946, Frank Capra made a low-budget movie called “It’s A Wonderful Life”. This movie told the story of a man who spent his life in a small town, never really realizing his dream. His dream was to travel the world and get away from the small town. His dreams were always put ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Denomination: Congregational

What Is The Meaning Of Life?

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 25, 2005

A haunting question with which we all deal is why we are living and what is the meaning of our lives. The Bible contains powerful answers that not only motivate us, but also shape us.

THE SEVEN SERIVCE JUNE 9, 2002 Ecclesiastes 12:13-14 “What is the Meaning of Life?” INTRODUCTION We often ask many “Why?” questions. Usually they are frustrating and useless because there is no answer to them. There is one, “Why?” question that is vital for us to answer. The question is, ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:13-14

Denomination: Lutheran

My Purpose In Life Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 25, 2005

Our relationships with other people are vital avenues for God’s Spirit to reach people and touch lives. We are instruments that God uses to love people and offer them the gift of faith.

Mark 8:27-38 “My Purpose In Life” INTRODUCTION Have you ever found yourself questioning the purpose of your life—asking “Why?” Often, we find ourselves questioning our purpose for living, when we are confronted by difficult times in our lives. We wonder about our purpose in life when we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-46

Denomination: Lutheran

The Source Of Eternal Life Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Sep 30, 2004

All people can experience eternal life through belief in Jesus.

Who Is This Jesus? 3. He is the source of eternal life John 3:1-18 September 25/26, 2004 Don Jaques MAIN IDEA: All people can experience eternal life through belief in Jesus. 1. Every person needs to be born of the Spirit. (John 3:1-8) 2. We experience spiritual birth through belief in Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The High Octane Life

Contributed by W F on Oct 5, 2004

Peter describes the kind of "High Octane" life that can influence the world.

1 Peter 3:8-4:11 "The High Octane Life of Influence" INTRODUCTION Most people want to change something. Hairstyle; car; address; Family situation; job; world events (poor and needy) At the very least many people would like to influence their world to make it a better place. But what kind of life ...read more

Denomination: *other

A Life Poured Out

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Oct 7, 2004

This is a message calling for a commitment of the variety that Paul spoke of in Romans 12:1,2.

A Life Poured Out 2 Tim 4:1-8 1 In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I give you this charge: 2 Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage-- with great patience ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

Escaping A Life Of Comfort Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Oct 8, 2004

Fear will rob you of your dream, don’t let it

Last week we began the process of exploring our God given dreams as we move into the destiny He has planned for us before we were born. In fact, our dream governed how we were formed. As you began this week to explore your dream potential, ultimately, the dream God has given you will meet a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:22-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is Your Life?

Contributed by Timothy Schultz on Oct 14, 2004

Knowing the brevity of life, how will we invest what God has entrusted us with?

[I am indebted to a sermon by Maxie Dunnam as a major source for this sermon]. Found in his book, "Pack Up Your Troubles" Intro: In reaching mid-life I have wondered, "What has my life accomplished and where am I going with the second half?" *I know I have gotten to mid-life because lately ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Life's Greatest Hope

Contributed by James May on Oct 17, 2004

Our greatest hope is in the resurrection and eternal life, not in the things of this world.

Life’s Greatest Hope by Pastor Jim May The greatest hope that we have is the hope of the resurrection. All that I am, all that I will ever be, my hopes, my dreams, my life’s work, and all of my plans are centered upon that one single hope. Because I am convinced that there is a resurrection and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Life Changing Look

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Oct 25, 2004

Thise sermon deal with the need for Christians to make seeking the face of God thier top priority in life.

A Life Changing Look Exodus 33:12-16, Exodus 12:37, Exodus 32:11-14, 31-32, Exodus 33:18, 20-23, 2 Corinthians 3:7 October 17, 2004 (Exo 33:12-16 NIV) Moses said to the LORD, "You have been telling me, ’Lead these people,’ but you have not let me know whom you will send with me. You have ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:18

Denomination: Baptist

A Total Life Makeover

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Nov 4, 2004

The Total Body Makeover” TV show -- New nose, new facelift, new tummy, new teeth, new cheeks, new chin ... No man can change who you really are inside, only God can do that. He gives us a ... A Total Life Makeover

News commentator Paul Harvey tells about the time the Italian sailing team went to Australia to participate in the America’s Cup race. Gucci, the famous Italian designer, had outfitted them with all the latest sportswear fashions before they left for Australia. After they arrived, the men had some ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Experiencing Eternal Life"

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Apr 5, 2004

Why did Jesus suffer and die on the cross of Calvary? We find the answer in our Scripture text, John 3:16, (The Golden Text of the Bible) “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but hav

“Experiencing Eternal Life” John 3:14-18 Today is Palm Sunday – the first day of what is known as the beginning of Holy Week for the Christian world. On this Sunday Jesus made His triumphant entry into Jerusalem. Luke 19:37-38: Jesus rode into the city on a young donkey. “When he came to ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-18

Denomination: Free Methodist

Life Surrendered To God Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Apr 7, 2004

Discover the four considerations that will give you confidence and peace to enter eternity.

In preparation for Easter, we’ve spent the last three weeks looking at six of the seven phrases Jesus spoke on the cross. This morning, we will look at the last words Jesus spoke from the cross. Last words from a dying person are very telling. Our text is Luke 23:44-49. Joseph Wittig remarked ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:44-49

Denomination: *other

Life After Baptism

Contributed by Jimmy Giffin on Apr 18, 2004

There is more to being a Christian after Baptism. There is a Life After Baptism.

LIFE AFTER BAPTISM Romans 6:1-6 : Baptism is a very important part of a believers walk. It is then that a person who has accepted Christ as their Lord and Savior show the world their profession of faith. As they stand poised to be immersed into the water they are saying I have decided to follow ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:7-15, Romans 6:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Life Before Conversion

Contributed by Shad Comeaux on Apr 19, 2004

Describing the life of one before being converted to Christianity.

1 And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins; 2 Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience: 3 Among whom also we all had our conversation in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist