Sermons on Church Purpose:

What Is Your Purpose?

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 5, 2009

What is your purpose? to GLORIFY; to LOVE; to SERVE. Everything has a season and purpose. This is ours.

2009.05.03.Sermon.What is your Purpose? By William Akehurst, BA HSWC What is your purpose? to GLORIFY to LOVE to SERVE Ecclesiastes 3:1, Matthew 5:16, 22:36-40, Romans 12, Romans 15:1-6, Psalm 22:23, 86:9, 86:12, Colossians 3:23-24 Ecclesiastes 3:1 To every thing there is a season, and a time ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Comes With The Territory

Contributed by Timothy Brown on Feb 20, 2010

The purpose of this sermon is to point to all that a growing church will experience growing pains.

Text: Acts 6:1-7 Title: It Comes with the Territory Introduction: Herb Miller says, “A cold church, like butter, will not spread. Growing churches have learned how to regulate the congregational thermostat, and they have set it on friendly.” If a church is going to experience ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Shaped For Serving God Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Apr 26, 2005

Purpose #4 MINISTRY — 40 Days of Purpose (addapted from Rick Warren) See in Word format at www.praiseag.org

SHAPED FOR SERVING GOD Purpose #4 MINISTRY — 40 Days of Purpose 1 Peter 4:10 Adapted from Outline by Rick Warren—Saddleback Church INTRODUCTION: A couple years ago the nation remembered Elvis by making his greatest hits album number one in the nation—25 years after the guy died! Now in spite of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Planned On Purpose (Nov.)

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 14, 2002

This is a lesson for the last week of November, on planned giving for Christmas

Planned on PURPOSE, last week of November By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: 2 Cor. 9:7 Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. Matthew 26:15 And said unto them, What will ye give me, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:7, Matthew 26:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Salvation And The Purpose Of Grace Series

Contributed by Jacob Brimm on May 6, 2021

This message covers Chapter 7 & 8 of the BF&M2000 (Articles 4 &5).The aspects of salvation are covered as well as the purpose of God's grace.

We Believe: Salvation & The Purpose of God’s Grace Into Today we get to talk about something that is so wonderful – and yet misunderstood. It’s wonderful in that we have it, the world needs it, we can help them get it, and but we are not the ones that give it. And it is misunderstood ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:6, Romans 3:23, James 4:17, Acts 4:12, John 14:6, Ephesians 2:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Paul’s Purpose Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 24, 2018

Here he thanks God through Jesus Christ, the Mediator, because the faith of the Roman Christians was proclaimed throughout the whole world.

(2) Paul’s Purpose Romans 1:8-13 8 First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all, that your faith is spoken of throughout the whole world. Whenever possible, the apostle began his letters by expressing appreciation for whatever was commendable in his readers; a good example for all of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

Acting On God's Plan - Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 19, 2013

Nehemiah did not delay in acting out the plan God had laid upon his heart and here we see God's plan being put into action...

Sermon Brief Date Written: January 19, 2013 Date Preached: January 20, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Building with God Sermon Title: Acting On God’s Plan - Pt 1 Sermon Text: Nehemiah 2:1-8 [ESV] Introduction: Over the past 2 weeks we have seen how ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Purpose Of Worship

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 30, 2012

This message deals with how Worship should point us to God, transform our lives, and cause us to appreciate different styles of worship in others.The audio version is available at www.sermon.net

What Is The Purpose Of Worship Leviticus 10:1-5 Acts 16:16-34 Psalm 100 We are in the second in our sermon series. “What’s Worship Got To Do With It?” Last week Lay Pastor Sandra McLean led us off with a great message, “What Is Worship.” Next week, ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Essential Equipment: Purpose Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 25, 2002

Do we live our lives on purpose, by accident? Do Christians have a destiny?

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT - ON PURPOSE TEXT: Phil. 3:7-14 QUESTION: Do you know what your purpose is? What is it that drives you, what motivates you? (give the audience time to write down what they think their purpose is). OPEN: One of the most challenging courses at the University of Denver was a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Purpose Of Election Of Abraham Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 17, 2021

Bible is the holy scripture. It does not give us sequences of what we want from it. But God has revealed at various seasons and at several times for the benefit of all. The careful reading and observing the Word of God unfold the revelation of God to all of us.

Theme: Purpose of Election of Abraham Text: Genesis 12:1--3 Introduction: I greet you all in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. The Lord is good, and His love endures forever. Bible is the holy scripture. It does not give us sequences of what we want from it. But God has revealed ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

Living Life On Purpose

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Feb 2, 2004

A sermon that was developed by reading some of the Purpose Driven Life, by Rick Warren.

Living With Purpose, Not Many Are Doing It. Pastor Glenn Newton June 29th, 2003 Jer. 29:11 11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. NIV Prov. 13:7 “A pretentious , showy life is an empty life; a ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Proverbs 13:7

Denomination: Nazarene

Your Purpose For Being Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jan 19, 2004

3rd in series of 5 messages. Five humble men discovered their purpose because they were willing to understand that there is more to life than fish

Living the Good Life Jesus came for one purpose John 10:10b “…I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” Learning about Living the Good Life Finding the Source of Significance – John 1:1-13 Satisfying the Hunger for Approval – John 1:14-34 Discovering Your Purpose for Being – ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Purpose Of The Presence Of God

Contributed by David Scudder on Nov 4, 2007

How can we KNOW that we are really walking in the presence of God? Many popular preachers claim to walk with God, but the Bible tells us who really does.

The Purpose of the Presence of God Psalm 15:1-5 Purpose: To show how we can walk close to our God. Aim: I want the listener to be aware of the importance of pursuing God’s presence. INTRODUCTION: In 1990 Michael Horton wrote an explosive book called The Agony of Deceit. In that book he exposed ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Purpose Driven Mother Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 17, 2021

Have you ever thought about all of the roles that your mother filled while you were growing up? I just jotted down a few this week: nurse, counselor, spiritual advisor, educator, nutritionist, accountant, transportation center, maid, peacemaker, and entertainer.

At a recent women's conference, the main speaker made a request. She opened by saying, “The Bible teaches us to love our husbands.” Then she asked, “How long has it been since you told your husband that you loved him?” The women sat in silence. Then she asked every wife to take out their ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Coming To Christ With Purpose

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Jul 20, 2006

If you are going to receive anything from Christ, you are going to have to come to Him with purpose.

Mark 5:22-34 22 And, behold, there cometh one of the rulers of the synagogue, Jairus by name; and when he saw him, he fell at his feet, 23 And besought him greatly, saying, My little daughter lieth at the point of death: I pray thee, come and lay thy hands on her, that she may be healed; and she ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:22-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God