Sermons about Finding Purpose - SermonCentral.com

Living According To God’s Purposes

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Aug 28, 2017

based on 4 ratings

| 19,545 views

This sermon is part of our "Living as a Christian" series as it looks at living life on purpose for God.It deals with how we are to live our lives according to God's purposes, and the tragic consequences when we don't. (This sermon has recently been updated)

Living Purposely (Turn to Ecclesiastes 1:2-15) Last week in our “Living as a Christian” series, we looked at “Living Opportunistically” as we seize the opportunities God places in our lives. To follow up on that teaching, today I’d like to look at “Living Purposely,” or better yet, living our ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:2-15, Acts 13:36

Denomination: Foursquare

Avoiding Spiritual Amnesia Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 27, 2004

based on 64 ratings

| 8,516 views

Knowing the Bible helps us remember how to navigate through life issues, how to interpret what is happening in our lives, and how to find hope in bleak times.

At the very end of the longest chapter of the Bible, 176 verses about God’s word, comes this stout declaration, “I do not forget your commandments.” “I do not forget your commandments.” That is a tall order, to promise that you will not forget. How can you promise that you will not forget? ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:167-176

Denomination: Baptist

Who Am I, And What Is My Purpose? Series

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 23, 2008

based on 8 ratings

| 40,507 views

Well today through this passage of scripture, my prayer is that you may be encouraged, and then take it and apply it to your life and leave with a different outlook on your life, after you find out who you are, and what your purpose is.

Who am I, and what is my Purpose? Am service August 31st 2008 1 Peter 2:9-10 Introduction A beggar lived near the king’s palace. One day he saw a proclamation posted outside the palace gate. The king was giving a great dinner. Anyone dressed in royal garments are welcome. The beggar went on his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Real Peole , Real Problems A Study Of 1 Samuel Part 3c, Benefits Of Hearing Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Jun 19, 2017

| 6,330 views

Part 3c of our real people real problems series from 1 Samuel

Real People- Real Problems A study of 1 Samuel Hearing God- Part 3c “Benefits of Hearing God” 1 Samuel 3:10 Happy Father’s day Recognize Fathers – Oldest- Youngest- Most-est Today we are going to take just a little different approach to father’s day On Mother’s day we celebrate Moms We ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:10

Denomination: Baptist

Life Of Joseph; God's Plan Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 17, 2017

| 10,611 views

Finding God's plan in your life and through your life.

Life of Joseph; Fulfilling God’s plan Genesis 50:15-21 Prayer- Introduction- We are wrapping up a mini-series today on the life of Joseph. We have looked at some of the things he went through in his life. Some of the things done to him were deserved and many things were beyond his control. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:15-21

Denomination: Nazarene

If God Is Our Father --Then Do Not Kick Is Kids!

Contributed by Jim Mccutchen on Mar 28, 2010

based on 24 ratings

| 10,606 views

A church will find power,stability and effectiveness when it works together for the common cause for its existence

IF GOD IS OUR FATHER --DONT KICK HIS KIDS! Introduction: Teamwork is the FUEL that allows Common People To Produce Uncommon Results!" T.E.A.M = Together Everyone Achieves More! I.TEAMWORK REQUIRES THAT WE KNOW WHO OUR ENEMY IS. A.Eph. 6:11-12—“Put on the full armor of God so that you can take ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13

Denomination: Christian Church

Fulfilling Our Destiny

Contributed by Terry Owens on Jan 9, 2002

based on 97 ratings

| 8,160 views

God has a purpose for your life; find out how to find and fulfill your purpose in life.

I. Before we can begin to fulfill our destiny we must be in right relationship with God. a. Salvation is more than Mental acknowledgement. i. James 2:19 “Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble.” ii. Demons won’t be in heaven. b. Salvation is a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1

Denomination: Church Of God

Refined In The Fire: Finding God's Purpose In Trials Job 23:10-11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 2, 2024

based on 1 rating

| 1,753 views

Job, a man of great suffering, provides us with a glimpse into the refining process that occurs amidst life's trials. Let us delve into Job 23:10-11 and discover how God works through our challenges to shape us according to His divine purpose.

Refined in the Fire: Finding God's Purpose in Trials Job 23:10-11 Introduction: Today's scripture from the book of Job offers profound insights into the nature of trials and tribulations in the life of a believer. Job, a man of great suffering, provides us with a glimpse into the refining ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:10-11, Psalm 139:1-4, Isaiah 55:8-9, James 1:2-4, 1 Peter 1:6-7, Psalm 37:3-5, Proverbs 3:5-6 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Is Your Confidence?

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Feb 15, 2006

based on 11 ratings

| 9,771 views

Today’s world tells you to have self-confidence so what is wrong with that? Find out!

Confidence - Trust or faith in a person or thing Here’s what the world is trying to get you to believe. And some of us are buying into it. · Confidence builds life. · You can have whatever you want with self-confidence. You’ll go just as far in life as your self-confidence will allow. To a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:26

Denomination: Baptist

A Word To The Wise On Finding Your Way Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 30, 2013

based on 63 ratings

| 59,323 views

One man once asked a number of important men: "What is the meaning of life", and nobody seemed to have an answer. But Proverbs 16 does. What does this passage tell us about living a life that is fulfilling and filled with God's blessings?

OPEN: I’d like you to sing the first verse of Amazing Grace with me: Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound That saved a wretch like me I once was lost, but now am found Was blind, but now I see. This morning, I want to focus on one phrase in that great hymn: I once was lost, but now I’m ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It’s All About Image

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 24, 2009

based on 1 rating

| 4,233 views

We find our image in the servanthood of Jesus.

“It’s All About Image” John 12:23-26 Be honest. What others think about you is important to you, isn’t it? Most of us will admit that we spend an inordinate amount of our time on building and maintaining our image. That’s why we spend so much time and money on cleansers, make-up, combing and ...read more

Scripture: John 12:23-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

We Are Not An Island

Contributed by Chip Monck on Dec 5, 2006

based on 34 ratings

| 7,391 views

This sermon explores Jeremiah 29s call for us to be engaged with our community, and recognize that "in their peace, we will find ours."

“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for wholeness and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” The famous words of Jeremiah 29:11. A well-known, well-publicized, well-memorized, even a life verse for many. But do we know the context for that verse? Do we know ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:1-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

God’s Purpose In Our Problems Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 25, 2010

based on 1 rating

| 13,732 views

God loves to bring out His purposes through our problems.

God’s Purpose in our Problems 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 Rev. Brian Bill 7/25/10 Lydia and I went to the Demolition Derby at the 4-H Fair this past week and had a blast. I loved watching drivers take aim at each other with the attempt to demolish or disable one another. We saw some great smash ups ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Engaging Worship

Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Jul 21, 2008

based on 1 rating

| 4,101 views

Finding a place in His world.

Engaging Worship Psalm 100 June 8, 2008 During the past 3 Sundays and concluding today, we’ve been reading texts from the prayer book of God’s people. During our times together, we have read Psalms 8, 46, 131 and this morning Psalm 100. The theme that I have been identifying in these Psalms is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Going Gets Tough, The Tough Go Fishing...

Contributed by John Nadasi on Jan 20, 2005

based on 14 ratings

| 6,057 views

A message addressing the reality of time catching up to our rural church. This is an initial call to embrace a paradigm shift within church and society. In order to speak to a new generation, we have to be willing to find new methods of communication.

Matthew 4:12-23 Paonia United Methodist Church January 23, 2005 “When the going gets tough, the tough go fishing” Can you remember back to when I gave you a message that Began with the words… Life is complicated? Well, this morning starts off with a similar statement. Life is rough. It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Methodist

Sermons on Finding Purpose:

Scripture

Rating

Date

Denominations

Language

Structure

Sermon Type

Audience

Popular Preaching Resources

Confident Preaching

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Aug 28, 2017

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 27, 2004

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 23, 2008

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Jun 19, 2017

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 17, 2017

Contributed by Jim Mccutchen on Mar 28, 2010

Contributed by Terry Owens on Jan 9, 2002

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 2, 2024

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Feb 15, 2006

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 30, 2013

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 24, 2009

Contributed by Chip Monck on Dec 5, 2006

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 25, 2010

Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Jul 21, 2008

Contributed by John Nadasi on Jan 20, 2005