Stay in Bounds

INTRODUCTION

1. Paul uses sports as an illustration of our spiritual life.
2. Serving Christ is a celebration!
3. TEXT: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27.

OUTLINE

1. Everyone is in this game of life.
2. Everyone can win!
3. There is a right and wrong way to live your life.
4. Stay In Bounds.
   1. No one likes boundaries.
   2. Boundaries are necessary.
   3. Life becomes boring without boundaries.
   4. Life becomes destructive without boundaries.
   5. Boundaries mean you are loved.
5. Boundaries are established by God.
   1. Christians do not draw the lines.
   2. Popular culture does not draw the lines.
   3. You do not have the authority to change the rules.
   4. God’s Word draws the lines for our lives.
6. Some basic principles:
   1. Listen to the whistles.
   2. Do not waste your time.
   3. Spend your life doing things that matter eternally.
   4. Develop a relationship with the owner.

CONCLUSION

1. PRAYER.