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  • MELVIN MAUGHMER, JR. avatar

    The Purpose Of This Place

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Dec 6, 2022
     | 6,445 views

    The purpose of this place you are in currently is to shape and mold you into the image and likeness of Christ so that you can fulfill your purpose in the Kingdom of God as a citizen, servant, ambassador and king to rule and reign with Christ.

    The Purpose of This Place By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - The Kingdom of God is not a religious institution, a spiritual club, or even your local church or denomination. The Kingdom of God is the realm where God reigns supreme, His authority is recognized, and His will is obeyed. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    The Purpose Of The Word

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 6, 2015
     | 5,284 views

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    Psalm 119:129-136 The Purpose Of The Word - Illumination I. The Laws In God's Word 129 Thy testimonies are wonderful: therefore doth my soul keep them. Ps 19:7 The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple. 8 The statutes of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Filled For A Purpose

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Dec 3, 2010
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     | 3,377 views

    The first coming of Christ was preceded by increased spiritual activity. As we celebrate His birth shouldn’t we also celebrate that same spiritual activity?

    December 5, 2010 Morning Worship Text: Luke 1:11-17 Subject: The Announcement of John’s Birth Title: Filled for a Purpose It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas! Don’t you just love this time after Thanksgiving? I mean, what more could a person want; a time to go out and fight the crowds ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Purpose Of The Law Series

    Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Jan 7, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,035 views

    If the Law was not the means to salvation, then what is it’s purpose?

    Galatians 3:23-29 “The Purpose of the Law” Vs. 23 • “Before faith came.” o Definite article in the Greek before “faith”  the faith. o Before faith means before the fulfillment of the faith, that is the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ. • “shut up” o Means imprisoned, they were still ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Perry Greene avatar

    A Word On Purpose Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 19, 2017
     | 3,736 views

    God created us in his image. Part of that image involves showing compassion.

    1. A Question of the Ages – Why am I here? a. Not many happy, contented people in spite of wealth, fame, accomplishments b. Our purpose is something bigger – everything “under the sun” is vanity according to Ecclesiastes c. Alexander the Great wept b/c there were “no more worlds to conquer;” died ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Church Purpose Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Jan 19, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,683 views

    A review of Paul's challenge to the church regarding its purpose and the importance of pressing forward to serve Christ by serving others.

    BACKGROUND TO PHILIPPIANS LOVE LETTER WRITTEN TO A CHURCH encouraging them of their purpose. Q: What is the Purpose of the Church? Q: What is Your Purpose to the Church? KEY VERSE: PHILIPPIANS 3:12 READ VERSE 12 1. ‘not that I have already obtained all this’ (3.12) ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christopher Armstrong avatar

    The Purpose Of The Word

    Contributed by Christopher Armstrong on Sep 25, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,611 views

    This sermon will help anyone see the four-fold meaning of the bible. It tells us 1)what’s right, 2) what’s wrong, 3) how to make it right, 4) How to keep it right.

    The Purpose of the Word 2 Timothy 3:16 Introduction: If we are to grasp the will of God for our lives, we must understand word of God in our lives. This passage of scripture gives us insight on the purpose of the bible. Paul writes to Timothy and shares with him the meaning of the scriptures or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Written With A Purpose

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 29, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,595 views

    The Bible makes at least four statements about itself, and each one of these describes one of the reasons it was given to us. Let's take a look at God’s four reasons for giving us the Bible.

    THE BIBLE: WRITTEN WITH A PURPOSE INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. One Sunday morning, while sitting next to her first grade daughter in church, Susan Wright noticed the little one looking at the open Bible in her lap. 2. In a low whisper, she asked, "Did God really write that?" Susan quietly ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Meaningful Purpose

    Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 6, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,213 views

    The purpose of this message is to encourage the believer to strive to be used by God to do great and mighty or good and menial things.

    Meaningful Purpose Acts 13:26-37 26 "Brothers, children of Abraham, and you God-fearing Gentiles, it is to us that this message of salvation has been sent. 27 The people of Jerusalem and their rulers did not recognize Jesus, yet in condemning him they fulfilled the words of the prophets that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Purpose Of Angels Series

    Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Feb 25, 2008
    based on 100 ratings
     | 9,573 views

    The past few years has produced many books about angels.Most of the things that we believe about angels have been told to us through hear say, fantasies, and misinformation

    Angel Ministry 1 The past few years has produced many books about angels. Not only Christian books but many secular books, trash magazines, and TV shows. 70% of Americans believe in angels. Most of the things that we believe about angels have been told to us through hear say, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Purpose In Living Series

    Contributed by Brian Credille on Mar 11, 2001
    based on 164 ratings
     | 5,955 views

    Jesus provides for all people a purpose and meaning to life that will truly bring fulfillment and satisfaction.

    "A Purpose in Living" Matthew 5:13-16 INTRODUCTION 1. People today are groping for some kind of meaning to life. People are turning to illegal drugs, immoral lifestyles, and some to suicide because life is a meaningless cycle of disappointment and despair. 2. Many Christians suffer in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    My Purpose In Life Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 25, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 19,634 views

    Our relationships with other people are vital avenues for God’s Spirit to reach people and touch lives. We are instruments that God uses to love people and offer them the gift of faith.

    Mark 8:27-38 “My Purpose In Life” INTRODUCTION Have you ever found yourself questioning the purpose of your life—asking “Why?” Often, we find ourselves questioning our purpose for living, when we are confronted by difficult times in our lives. We wonder about our purpose in life when we ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Cycle Of No Purpose Series

    Contributed by Mark Elkins on Mar 24, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,399 views

    Are you tired of having no purpose? Are you weary from wasting all of your energy on unproductive things? Are you ready for a change? Are you willing to trust God?

    THE CYCLE OF NO PURPOSE Jonah 1 Two gas company service men, a senior training Supervisor and a young trainee were out checking meters and parked their truck at the end of the alley and worked there way to the other end. At the last house a woman looking out her kitchen window watched the two men ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Purposed Discipline Series

    Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Oct 14, 2003
    based on 40 ratings
     | 4,534 views

    In 1 Corinthians 5, Paul severely admonishes the church for it’s failure to discipline an erring brother. The lesson we need to take from the Corinthian problem is: Don’t Forsake Christ’s Plan of Discipline.

    Purposed Discipline Series: Studies from 1 Corinthians 5:1–13 1 Corinthians INTRODUCTION UCLA sociologist, James Wilson, has observed an interesting fact about city life: The crime rate escalates on those streets where broken windows are not repaired. His study showed that the failure to replace ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Purposeful Ministry Series

    Contributed by Jeff Stewart on Oct 19, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 6,511 views

    Describes the role of the pastor, deacons and members of a purposeful church.

    Purposeful Ministry September 29, 2002 Oran FBC Selected Scriptures INTRODUCTION: Over the last few weeks we have discovered and examined the purposes of the church. We have learned that churches must evangelize, not only overseas, but also right in their own backyards (Acts 1:8). We have also ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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