Shipwrecked, But Not Dead

An episode of the Freedom Fellowship Church with Ren Schuffman podcast, hosted by Freedom Fellowship Church with Ren Schuffman, titled "Shipwrecked, But Not Dead" was published on September 14, 2025 and runs 66 minutes.

September 14, 2025 ·66m · Freedom Fellowship Church with Ren Schuffman

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Sermon by Pastor Ren Schuffman Finding Purpose in Life's Detours | Shipwrecked, but not DeadHave you ever found yourself in a place you never intended to be? Discover how God transforms our unexpected detours into divine setups for His greater purpose. This powerful message explores the biblical account of Paul's shipwreck on Malta in Acts 27-28, revealing how what appeared to be a disaster became the platform for extraordinary ministry. Learn how Paul's response to being bitten by a venomous snake demonstrates a crucial spiritual principle: what spills out of us during trials reveals what we've been filling ourselves with. Key points include: • How Paul's unplanned three-month stay on Malta led to widespread healing and the island's eventual Christianization • The difference between spiritual milk (digested revelation from others) and meat (discovered revelation through personal discipline) • Understanding how God searches our hearts to bring healing, not condemnation • Practical steps to ensure that when life 'bumps' into you, what spills out reflects Christ Whether you're facing unexpected challenges, feeling stuck in a detour, or seeking deeper spiritual growth, this message offers biblical wisdom for transforming your perspective. Discover how your current shipwreck might actually be God's setup for your greatest ministry opportunity. Keywords: spiritual growth, overcoming challenges, divine purpose, Acts 27, Paul's shipwreck, Malta, life detours, finding purpose, Christian living, biblical teaching, spiritual maturity, God's plan, unexpected blessings, trials and tribulations, spiritual transformation, faith journey, Christian encouragement, spiritual revelation, heart examination, divine setupshttps://www.ffc.church (Our Website) https://www.facebook.com/freedomfellowshipokc (Follow us on Facebook)Were you blessed by this message? Give to help us spread the gospel https://www.ffc.church/give

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Sermon by Pastor Ren Schuffman Finding Purpose in Life's Detours | Shipwrecked, but not DeadHave you ever found yourself in a place you never intended to be? Discover how God transforms our unexpected detours into divine setups for His greater purpose. This powerful message explores the biblical account of Paul's shipwreck on Malta in Acts 27-28, revealing how what appeared to be a disaster became the platform for extraordinary ministry. Learn how Paul's response to being bitten by a venomous snake demonstrates a crucial spiritual principle: what spills out of us during trials reveals what we've been filling ourselves with. Key points include: • How Paul's unplanned three-month stay on Malta led to widespread healing and the island's eventual Christianization • The difference between spiritual milk (digested revelation from others) and meat (discovered revelation through personal discipline) • Understanding how God searches our hearts to bring healing, not condemnation • Practical steps to ensure that when life 'bumps' into you, what spills out reflects Christ Whether you're facing unexpected challenges, feeling stuck in a detour, or seeking deeper spiritual growth, this message offers biblical wisdom for transforming your perspective. Discover how your current shipwreck might actually be God's setup for your greatest ministry opportunity. Keywords: spiritual growth, overcoming challenges, divine purpose, Acts 27, Paul's shipwreck, Malta, life detours, finding purpose, Christian living, biblical teaching, spiritual maturity, God's plan, unexpected blessings, trials and tribulations, spiritual transformation, faith journey, Christian encouragement, spiritual revelation, heart examination, divine setupshttps://www.ffc.church (Our Website) https://www.facebook.com/freedomfellowshipokc (Follow us on Facebook)Were you blessed by this message? Give to help us spread the gospel https://www.ffc.church/give

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