Wreck and Rescue

Pastor David Reagan
Antioch Baptist Church
08/17/2003

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Scripture References:

• Acts 27:1, 6-13

Sermon Notes:

1. How to be Shipwrecked
   
   Avoid these actions in order to avoid shipwreck
   
   
   1. Get on the Wrong Ship (v. 6)
      
      Genesis 7:1 - Noah's second cousin, Zoah, kept his little boat close just in case Noah was right. Jesus Christ is the ark of safety.
      
      
   2. Sail Against the Wind (v. 7)
      
      Wind: picture of the Spirit of God (John 3:8) He will guide us if we let Him (Romans 8:14; Acts 16:6-7)
      
      
   3. Keep Putting Off Any Action or Decision (v. 9)
      
      - Wait until it is convenient (Acts 24:25)
      
      
   4. Refuse to Listen to God's Truth (v. 10-11)
      
      Saul - 1 Samuel 15:22-23
      
      
   5. Never Allow Yourself a Season of Discomfort (v. 12)
      
      Never be content with less than the best (contrast Philippians 4:11-13) Demas - 2 Timothy 4:10
      
      
   6. Find a Way to Justify Your Decision
      
      The sluggard - Proverbs 26:16 Make excuses for not serving God - Luke 14:16-24
      
      
   7. Assume That Everything is Alright (v. 13; Proverbs 22:3)
      
      Noah's Day - Matthew 24:36-42
      
      
2. How to be Rescued - Reverse the Steps Above (v. 20)
   
   

   CONCLUSION: If you are shipwrecked, take the steps to be rescued. If not, ask the Lord to show you if you are heading that way.