Sermons on Stay Course:

The Race Of Life

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 22, 2001

Life is a tough course. Certain factors can help us or hinder us.

THE RACE OF LIFE Heb. 12:1-3 INTRO.- Life is a race, don’t you think? A race against something or someone. ILL.- TOP 10 SIGNS YOU ARE BROKE 10. American Express calls and says: "Leave home without it!" 9. You’re formulating a plan to rob the food bank. 8. Long distance companies don’t call ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Funeral Sermon. (A Precious Mother)

Contributed by Dale Carter Sr. on Feb 11, 2022

Intro: Mother, the most powerful person on the planet. Mother holds the course of the family.

29 Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all. 30 Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised. 31 Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates. KJV Intro: Mother, the most powerful ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:29-31, Proverbs 31:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Determining Your Path

Contributed by David Quackenbush on Jan 7, 2002

A challenge to chart the course for the year by following the "Path of Life" that God has revealed.

Determining Your Path Text: Psa. 16:11 "Thou wilt make known to me the path of life; In thy presence is fulness of joy; In thy right hand there are pleasures forever." Introduction: Today on this first Sunday of the year 2002, we stand facing the journey of the uncharted, not yet traveled ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

7 Hard And Difficult Things You Must Do To Stay Ahead As A Leader Series

Contributed by Dag Heward-Mills on Jan 5, 2011

By choosing hard and difficult things instead of nice and easy things you will make yourself a natural leader. Most people choose nice and easy things. That is why most people are on the broad and easy way that leads to Hell.

Now is my soul troubled; and what shall I say? Father, save me from this hour: but for this cause came I unto this hour. John 12:27 By choosing hard and difficult things instead of nice and easy things you will make yourself a natural leader. Most people choose nice and easy things. That is why ...read more

Scripture: John 12:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Matters Most Sermon V: Staying Occupied With The Joy In Your Heart Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 5, 2020

True meaning in life is found by mature Christians who make the most of the joy Christ their Savior put in their hearts as they share their joy with others.

MAKING THE MOST OF GOD-GIVEN TIME: STAY OCCUPIED WITH THE JOY IN YOUR HEART Lewis Bates became an agnostic while attending Ohio State University in his hometown of Columbus, Ohio, but then he went to a Billy Graham Crusade, which interrupted his march toward atheism and led him ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:10-20

Shemini Atzeret - The Day God Says, "stay A Little Longer" Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Oct 12, 2025

GOD’s desire for intimate fellowship beyond the feast. After the celebration of Sukkot, GOD calls His people not to rush away but to linger in His presence - symbolizing the eternal fellowship we will share with HIM forever.

2025.10.13. Study Notes. SHEMINI ATZERET, Stay a Little Longer William Akehurst, HSWC SCRIPTURES: Leviticus 23:36, Numbers 29:35, Revelation 21:3, Zechariah 10:1 Shemini Atzeret – The Day GOD Says, “Stay a Little Longer” BIG IDEA: GOD’s desire for intimate fellowship beyond the feast. After the ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 23:36, Numbers 29:35, Revelation 21:3, Zechariah 10:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Come Out Of The Wilderness"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 4, 2006

The wilderness is an important place to visit, but not a place to stay.

Mark 1:9-15 “Come Out of the Wilderness” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org Jesus’ wilderness time came immediately after His baptism and the powerful affirmation of Who He was: “You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-15

Denomination: United Methodist

Hot

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 8, 2009

Staying on Fire for God is a struggle but it is also possible: this message will encourage you practically about how to stay passionate for Him!

Not growing cold Lots of verses - 2 reasons - 1) scripture interpret scripture, 2) for you to learn them. Take notes on what impacts you. 1. What a year! a. Our theme verse - i. James 4:8 - “Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.” 1. I hope you’ve grown a ton this year. 2. I hope ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Motivated Christian Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 4, 2004

When a heart/mind is set on a course of faith, the motivation just flows.

The Motivated Christian INTRO 1. Jack had been saved for many years. At one time he had attended Sunday School and church every week; but now, he casually attended a service here and there. 2. There was a time in Jack’s life when he craved the Word of God; daily devotions, Bible studies, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lessons From The Journey: From The Frying Pan Into The Fire!

Contributed by Joe Harding on May 21, 2005

THE JOURNEY IS GOD’S OBSTICLE COURSE FOR GROWING IN FAITH, GRACE, AND TRUST!

LESSONS FROM THE JOURNEY: FROM THE FRYING PAN INTO THE FIRE! EXODUS 13: 17- 14: 21 SUNDAY AM MAY 1, 2005 LADIES AT THE BEACH INTRODUCTION: Subject: GOOD ONES An Old Farmer’s Advice: * Your fences need to be horse-high, pig-tight and bull-strong. * Life ain’t about how fast you run, or how high ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Prayers Of The Righteous Series

Contributed by Allen Patterson on Nov 2, 2006

Prayer changes the course of events, changes the nature of circumstances and changes me.

Most of us treat prayer like the five-year old. One mother writes, “As my five year old son and I were headed to McDonald’s one day, we passed a car accident. Usually when we see something terrible like that, we say a prayer for those who might be hurt, so I pointed and said to my son, “We should ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Do All Things Really Work Together For Good?

Contributed by Eddie Young on Sep 19, 2018

This will answer the question asked by many and you will find of course the answer is YES!

All things are not good. It would be a mockery to say that they are. The death of a child is not good. Cancer is not good, drug addiction is not good, war is not good, blasphemy is not good. But the Bible says, “We know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

Shipwreck

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 17, 2022

We must maintain the right course and not assume the ship will steer itself!

Shipwreck (I Timothy 1:18-20) 1 Things are getting bad in our world. 2. A shipwrecked mariner spent years on a deserted island, completely alone. Then one morning he sees a ship offshore and a smaller vessel pulling out towards him. When the boat grounded on the beach, the officer in charge ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-20, 1 Timothy 4:14-16, 2 Timothy 2:17-18, 2 Peter 2:20-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Still Blessed

Contributed by Michael Martin on Feb 25, 2007

The Blessing of Staying in God’s House

(Psa. 84:1-12) "Blessed are they that dwell in thy house..." The word "Blessed" in the Bible means "contentment, happiness, fulfillment!" The implication is that those that are content, happy and fulfilled are truly BLESSED! In this wicked, lost and dying world, we can still have peace and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Holding Forth The Word Of Life

Contributed by Michael Martin on Apr 21, 2007

Staying with God in the Midst of Corrupt Days

(Phil. 2:12-16) "Holding forth the Word of Life..." We are about to celebrate our 75th anniversary as a Church. That in itself is an amazing thing. I am about to celebrate my 20th year of being the Pastor of FBC. That also is an amazing thing. Our Church motto (which you will see on almost all ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-16

Denomination: Baptist