Walking In Divine Purpose Series

Every person on this earth was created with a purpose. Deep within us, there is a desire to know why we are here, what we are meant to do, and how our lives fit into the greater picture. This search for purpose is not just a natural human longing—it is a spiritual pursuit. The Bible tells us in Ephesians 2:10 that we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works that God prepared in advance for us to do. But in order to walk in that divine purpose, we must be able to hear God’s voice and follow His leading.

God’s purpose for our lives is not something we invent; it is something He reveals to us. It is not a mystery hidden from us but a path that God illuminates as we walk in relationship with Him. Too often, we get caught up in trying to figure out our purpose by our own efforts. We strive, plan, and sometimes even compare ourselves to others, thinking that our purpose is something we must discover on our own. But the truth is that divine purpose is discovered in the presence of God. It is revealed as we hear His voice and respond in obedience.

In this sermon, we will explore what it means to walk in divine purpose. We will examine how hearing and obeying God’s voice is the key to living out the purpose He has set for us. Whether you are just beginning your walk with God or have been following Him for many years, this message will encourage you to trust that God has a plan for your life and that He is faithful to guide you every step of the way. Walking in divine purpose is not about having all the answers—it is about walking in step with the One who does.

1. Created for Purpose

The first thing we must understand about divine purpose is that we were created for it. God didn’t just create us and leave us to figure things out on our own. He designed each of us with a specific purpose in mind, and that purpose is tied to His greater plan for the world. Ephesians 2:10 makes this clear: "For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them." This verse reminds us that we are God’s workmanship—His masterpiece. We were intentionally created for the good works that God has prepared for us.

Before we were even born, God had a plan for our lives. He knew the gifts and talents He would give us, the people we would influence, and the impact we would have in the world. Psalm 139:13-16 speaks of this intimate knowledge that God has of us: "For thou hast possessed my reins: thou hast covered me in my mother’s womb. I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made... Thine eyes did see my substance, yet being unperfect; and in thy book all my members were written, which in continuance were fashioned, when as yet there was none of them." God’s purpose for us was written before we ever took our first breath.

Understanding that we were created for a divine purpose gives our lives meaning and direction. It means that we are not here by accident, and our lives are not random. Each of us has a specific role to play in God’s kingdom, and our purpose is tied to His plan for redeeming and restoring the world. But discovering and walking in that purpose requires us to listen to God’s voice and follow where He leads.

Too often, we look for purpose in the wrong places. We try to find it in our careers, our relationships, or our achievements. While these things are important, they are not the source of our purpose. Our purpose comes from God, and only He can reveal it to us. When we try to create our own purpose apart from God, we end up feeling unfulfilled and frustrated. But when we seek God’s purpose for our lives, we find peace, direction, and fulfillment.

Jeremiah 29:11 reminds us of God’s heart for us: "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end." God’s plans for us are good, and His purpose for our lives is filled with peace and hope. But we must trust Him to reveal that purpose to us, and we must be willing to follow His leading, even when we don’t understand the full picture.

2. Hearing God's Voice is the Key to Walking in Purpose

If we are going to walk in divine purpose, we must be able to hear God’s voice. Divine purpose is not something we figure out on our own—it is revealed by God. Throughout Scripture, we see examples of how God called people into their purpose by speaking directly to them. Whether it was Moses at the burning bush, Samuel hearing God’s voice in the night, or Paul being called on the road to Damascus, each of these individuals stepped into their purpose because they heard God’s voice and responded in obedience.