Sermons on Storm In Life:

Purpose In Life

Contributed by Dean Rhine on May 13, 2008

Purpose seen in Ecclesiastes

Ecclesiastes: Purpose in Life 7/10/2005 “I will worship you until the very end” - we sing those words, but sometimes we forget why we sing them. We have been reminded today of what Jesus did for us on the cross, taking our very sin upon himself, and it causes us to be grateful. But even when we ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Life Of Victory Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Nov 20, 2007

It’s worth following Jesus—even if it brings mistreatment—because, in the end, there will be victory.

THE BIG IDEA: It’s worth following Jesus—even if it brings mistreatment—because, in the end, there will be VICTORY. Think about how absurd Christianity sounded back when it was brand new (in the first century): Christians worship a man who was executed as a criminal and who they claim came back to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Life Line Series

Contributed by David Richardson on Nov 21, 2007

The life line between Paul and God was the Spirit of God and his spirit. In this on-going sanctification process, Paul relied upon the Spirit of God to minister to his spirit, thus the comment in verse nine, whom I serve with my spirit.

Series Title: Romans – The Line in the Sand Message Title: The Life Line 9 For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son, that without ceasing I make mention of you always in my prayers; When I was just a youngster in the military, I had the occasion, because of my ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:9

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Got Life? Series

Contributed by Patrick Mead on Nov 24, 2007

Are you living the life God has for you? Or have you still not found what your looking for?

Got Life? Galatians 1:1-5 Introduction: Back in the 1980’s the rock group U2 put out an album called Joshua Tree. One of the songs on that album is confusing, but also a reality for many people. The title of that song is “I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For.” The song speaks of a person ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

"Life" Time!

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Nov 24, 2007

Philip Yancey wrote about trying to explain a life of spiritual ecstasy to a person who spends all day taking care of a cranky, bedwetting Alzheimer’s parent. There’s gotta’ be more to life.

Play a clip of Stacie Orrico’s music video, "More to Life" – fade after second line LIFE. The word conjures up a flood of ideas. Marilyn Meberb pushes the buttons of our first reaction to the word LIFE. “Cornered. Boxed in. On our last leg. In a pickle. Between a rock and a hard place. Sitting on ...read more

Scripture: John 3:13-17

Denomination: Salvation Army

The 'book Of Life'

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on May 15, 2007

The promise of heaven is a guarantee (through God’s Grace) for every person whose name is written in The Book of Life! Hallelujah! This is a short homily given at a mid week communion service.

John – the beloved disciple – the cousin of Jesus – the disciple whom Jesus loved is now well advanced in years and on the Lord’s Day – the Sabbath – he is meditating upon God – filled with the Holy Spirit (Revelation 1: 10). (Several Church writers from the 2nd century identify the author of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-6

Denomination: Anglican

A Credible Life

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 24, 2007

Paul identified three characteristics of a credible life.

A CREDIBLE LIFE Ephesians 5:15-17 INTRO: In a newspaper interview shortly before his death, the English agnostic philosopher, Bertrand Russell, said: “People are bewildered and don’t know how to live a credible life in an incredible world.” The evidence that Lord Russell was right is to be found ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Race Of Life

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 31, 2007

Running the race of life

INTRO: Pastor and I driving Josh football game, notice Shannon running. Thank the Lord that I was not out there running, but as I began to reflect came to the conclusion that we’re all in a race – the race of life. TITLE: The Race of Life TEXT: I Corinthians 9:24-27 (READ) I. Race of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Life Interrupted!!! Series

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Mar 10, 2007

"Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People?"

When Tragedy Occurs (Why do bad things happen to good people?) By R. Neal Gracey - assisted by commentaries and expositors JOB 1:1-19 12 years ago a singer named Kurt Cobain took his own life. Before Kurt killed himself with a shotgun, he was filled with bitterness and anger. Why? He had ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Life Essentials

Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Mar 13, 2007

God has provided us new tools for our new life; and these are essential to our Christian walk.

In life, there are certain physical things that we need to survive. These things include but are not limited to food, water, clothing and shelter. There things we need, however, to help us survive emotionally as well. Some of these things include but are not limited to love, security, a sense of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Life On The Edge Series

Contributed by Susan Blader on Mar 18, 2007

Our world lives life on the edge, and Christians can also push the limits of the acceptable and court temptation when they think their faith is strong enough to handle anything.

Life on the Edge A Sermon on 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 We are now in the season of Lent, which began as a parallel to the forty days Christ spent in the wilderness being tempted by Satan. And it is temptation that I want to focus on this morning. Temptation is something that we all must deal with. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Life Defined

Contributed by Donald Hart on Mar 21, 2007

What is the real purpose of life - Paul gives the answer in Philippians 1:21

Sermon by Donald R. Hart – Antioch Christian Church, Pittsburg, Missouri – March 18, 2007 (All Scripture quoted is from the NIV unless otherwise noted) LIFE DEFINED Text: Philippians 1:12-30 INTRODUCTION How does one define life or can anyone really define life? Webster defines “life” this way ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life's Wages

Contributed by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle on Mar 25, 2007

Evangelistic message that teaches the wages of sin.

LIFE’S WAGES ROMANS 6:23a THERE ARE SEVEN WORDS IN THIS PHRASE. I THINK THAT THIS IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE, AS THE NUMBER SEVEN REPRESENTS COMPLETENESS IN SCRIPTURE. THEREFORE THIS PROCLAMATION OF THE WAGE OF SIN IS COMPLETE. NOTHING MORE CAN BE SAID. WHEN IT COMES TO THE PUNISHMENT OF THOSE WHO ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23

Denomination: Baptist

This Is Not Life As Normal

Contributed by Ramsey Ledford on Jul 14, 2005

Today most people are like those on a sinking ship ignoring the obvious all around us, SIN ABOUNDS.

“This Is Not Life As Normal” #1) When an evil life is normal. “SECURE ATTENTION” A) In the movie “Titanic” much of the movie was fictional while much of what it portrayed was historically factual… 1) One factual event portrayed is that of the orchestra playing, people eating and dancing all ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Source Of Life Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 15, 2005

Jesus the source of life

The Source of Life 1 John 5:1-12 May 30, 2004 1 John 5:1 (NIV) Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ is born of God, and everyone who loves the father loves his child as well. Born of God  Requires belief  Completing trusting  Complete surrender  Love for ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational