Sermons on Finding Our Purpose:

How To Find Happiness Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 14, 2023

People want their happiness more than anything else. God wants our holiness more than anything else. If we seek a holy life as spelled out in the beatitudes, we will find happiness.

THE SECRET OF HAPPINESS - GOODNESS, SERVICE AND HOPE “Blessed (happy, to be envied) are you who mourn, etc… Matt. 5:3 / Luke 6:20 We are all searching for the same thing. Some seek it by getting married, and others by staying single. Some turn to God to find it, and others turn away. Some seek ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

"The Purpose"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Apr 14, 2007

The Purpose of the Christian, the Church and the Denomination

“The Purpose” April 15, 2007 Julie, Bob, Lee and I are still feeling the spiritual high from District Assembly. I think we all agree that things are in good hands. Our District Superintendent is a doing a great job. He no longer is a rookie. He’s into his second year and I feel good about the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Holiness

The Purpose Of It All Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 6, 2004

The purpose of the church is to become: 1. A Faith-centered community. 2. A God-centered community 3. A World-centered community.

As I read Erwin McManus’ book on the church entitled An Unstoppable Force, I have to say I was hit hard by a statement near the beginning, where he said: “The indictment that we must receive is that the Christian faith as we express it is no longer seen as a viable spiritual option. Masses gave ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:44-48

Denomination: Methodist

The Purpose Of The Star

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 19, 2004

Brief message for candlelight service.

The Purpose of the Star Matthew 2:1-2, 9-11 Introduction After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem 2 and asked, "Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to worship ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Purpose Of The Parables Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Sep 10, 2020

Jesus uses parables to either reveal callous hearts where the word is being taken away, or reveal receptive hearts which have an increasing harvest.

Message Matthew 13:10-17 “The Purpose of the Parables” Today we are starting a series of sermons which will look at the Parables of Jesus. “Parable” is the English translation of a Greek word which literally means “to place alongside”. From this literal meaning we get the idea that a parable is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Finding True Joy

Contributed by Joel W. Lohr on Oct 27, 2001

A look at Romans 14 to determine what Christians can do to encourage others in the faith while growing towards Righteousness in our own lives as well.

So often, the things that the world considers to be joy giving are in very stark contrast to the message of the gospel. It is perhaps no more clearly illustrated than in our scripture reading for today. Looking at the political world, the business world, the financial world, the world of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Purpose Of Man Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on May 30, 2018

One of the most popular questions you will get from men is "What is my purpose?" This question plagues men of all ages but what is the answer? Clearly, God designed men with a purpose in mind. Discover in this lesson, the purpose of man.

I've got to tell you, one of the big questions that I get from men - hands down it's the most asked question - is, "What is God's purpose for my life?" It doesn't matter if I meet a man in his 20's, or in his 80's. Every man asks this question, "What is God's purpose for my life?" I think it's one ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Praying With Purpose

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 19, 2020

In these uncertain times it is important that Christians begin praying with a purpose. This is my first "remote" message to my congregation in light of not being able to worship together because of COVID-19.

Praying With Purpose Scriptures: Matthew 6:5-8; 25-34; 7:7-8; Luke 22:44-46 As you know, I have been doing a series on the word “IF” and how it is used in Scripture to show some of the conditions that we must meet as we walk in fellowship with God. I will continue this series next week, but this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-34, Luke 22:44-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Purposes Of God

Contributed by Martin Holland on Oct 3, 2012

Though we do not know the answer to all the whats and whys in this life we do know that God has a purpose for everything that happens.

The Purposes of God Daniel 4:28-37 Nebuchadnezzar in his pride boasted about what he had done in building such a great kingdom and God caused him to lose his sanity a put him among the beast of the fields. When he regains his sanity he comes to the understanding that God’s purposes are ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:28-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Purpose Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on Jan 17, 2007

Part 3 in a series on Philippians focusing on the Christian’s purpose

The Joy of Purpose I. Introduction A. Knowing Your Purpose 1. Hank Aaron and Yogi Berra a) Berra, catcher for the Yankees, was playing against Aaron, Milwaukee Braves, in the World Series. b) Berra was keeping up his ceaseless chatter, intended to pep up his teammates and distract the opposing ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Purpose Of The Church

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 11, 2005

seeing evangelism as the purpose of the church

Intro: We have started talking about the purpose of the church. I hope you came out to church on purpose this morning. If so, for what purpose? We mentioned last week that the church exists to celebrate the presence of God: Worship. But, there are other purposes as well. What would you think ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living A Purposeful Life Series

Contributed by Mark Sparks on Jan 16, 2024

Today as we explore a theme that lies at the very core of our existence – "Living a Purposeful Life."

Today, we embark on a journey to unravel the divine purpose each of us holds within. The desire for a meaningful life is etched into our hearts by our Creator, and as we look into God's Word, let's not merely consider this as a sermon but as a divine invitation to discover, embrace, and ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Church Of God

The Purpose And Design Of Marriage Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on May 20, 2007

The purpose of this message is to outline God’s purpose and design for the family and to encourage the church to return to our godly foundation.

THE BIBLICAL FAMILY: The Purpose & Design of Marriage Gen 2:18-25 INTRODUCTION: A. Psalm 127:1 Except the Lord build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the Lord keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain. 1. Like never before in the history of America, our families ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Church Plan And Purpose

Contributed by Steve Smith on Jan 19, 2010

A review our the importance of using what God has given us for the purpose of growing and building up the church.

I. REVIEW FROM TODAY Where is Paul? Prison What has happened? Judaisers adding circumcision & other requirements to grace 3.2 (we do the same) READ PHIL 3:12 1. What had Paul not obtained? (Vs. 10) 2. What were 4 parts of vs. 10 3. Describe Godly perfection (12) – Phil 1.6 & Eph ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Miracle With A Purpose

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 30, 2023

Jesus challenged the disciples to solve an impossible situation because He wanted to test them, to see if they would turn to Him and to God for help. We can trust God to do immeasurably beyond what we ask or imagine.

Matt 14:13-21 - The Miracle With A Purpose Jesus did many miracles in the course of His ministry but the feeding of the 5000 is the only one recorded in all the 4 Gospels (Matt 14, Mark 6, Luke 9 and John 6). • All four writers find it significant enough to record it down. It was likely so ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21, John 6:5-6, Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Independent/Bible