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A Purpose In The Heart Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 26, 2023

This sermon encourages us to live lives that reflect God's glory, prioritizing the good of others over our own, as active participants in God's grand narrative. Key

Welcome, beloved family in Christ. As we gather here today in the warm embrace of our shared faith, we are reminded of the profound connection we have, not just with one another, but with our Creator. We stand here, not by accident or coincidence, but by the divine design of a God who loves us ...read more

Topics: Purpose, Man

God Appoints His Servants

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Apr 15, 2021

God said both Nebuchadnezzar and Cyrus were His "servants." One brought national ruin; the other brought restoration. We need to trust that whoever is leading - king, prime minister, president - that God has placed them for a reason.

Leading up to the presidential election, we all had a favorite candidate whom we desired to win; someone who would represent our values. We envisioned how he would bring about prosperity and freedom to our nation; but if he lost, we envisioned the end of the world. Anyone of any political party ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 25:1-11, Isaiah 44:24-28

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

The Redemptive Purpose Of Discipline Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 9, 2022

Paul's judgment reveals the redemptive purpose of discipline - for the sinner as well as for the purity and witness of the church.

Paul, like a spiritual father, admonishes the Corinthians whom he regards as his spiritual children. • He cares for them like a nursing mother and corrects them like a father would, urging them to walk in a manner worthy of God. (cf. 1 Thess 2:7,11) • Paul taught them in word and by his example, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13, Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Church On Purpose: Worship

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 11, 2005

Worship as a purpose of the church

Intro: How many of you came here today by accident? Really, how many of you just happened to be out for a nice Sunday morning walk, and just happened to end up here in the service? No one! How many of you came here on purpose? Everyone. You might think it odd that I ask that question. After ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Purpose In Hardship

Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on May 7, 2009

(PowerPoint Slides and Cell Study Notes freely available by emailing Emile@Wolfaardt.com) Understanding God’s purpose in the midst of our hardships...

God’s Purposes in Hardship Romans 5:3-8 This morning I want to talk with you about a subject that is close to each and every one of our hearts - and that is this . . . God’s Purpose in Hardship As hard as it is, we have to answer the difficult questions. We cannot simply ignore them hoping they ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-8

Denomination: *other

Pursue Your Purpose Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Mar 18, 2020

Ezra and Nehemiah provide a biblical background for us. They led a people facing far more difficult circumstances to a point of great success in their work, in their national identity, and in their new understanding of faith.

Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured What is your purpose? How do you pursue your purpose? People around the world ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-11, Nehemiah 1:1-11, Nehemiah 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Purpose For Fasting PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Good morning, family. Today, we’re talking about a practice that is as old as our faith itself, yet often misunderstood or overlooked - fasting. Now, don't start squirming in your seats just yet! I promise, by the end of this sermon, you'll see fasting in a whole new light. We're going to explore ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:1-3, Nehemiah 1:4

Topics: Fasting

Purpose For A New Year

Contributed by Gary Snider on Oct 26, 2010

Instead of making resolutions that you will never keep, purpose to serve the Lord!

1 - PURPOSE TO PRAY a - SECRETLY Mat 6:5-6 And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. (6) But thou, when ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

The True Purpose Of Pentecost Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 20, 2021

All of us need clear vision, and not just of material things.

Thursday After Pentecost 2021 It has been said, probably ever since humans walked the face of earth, that the “winners write the history.” The winners also endeavor to craft the culture that they live in. So, for example, after the Norman invasion of England in 1066, the Norman princes built ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:30, Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Catholic

Privilege & Purpose Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 19, 2008

Even though David had all the earthly powers, yet he called out to the Lord God in prayer. Too many believers forget the tremendous, glorious privilege that belongs to us as children of God. We have a privilege that is unequaled by any other in the world.

Illustration: D.L. Moody once entered a tavern in order to ask the bartender if his two little girls might attend his Sunday school. He was told that an atheist club met there every Thursday night and the owner of the bar was in no mood to offend them. Moody looked into the face of this man and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Purpose Of Lazarus’ Death Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 17, 2012

The death of Lazarus gave Jesus the opportunity to reveal Himself as the resurrection and the life. From what I see, there were seven purposes for Lazarus’ death.

We are going to spend 6 weeks in the 11th chapter of the Gospel of John. There are 6 great lessons that we can learn from Lazarus’ death and Jesus raising him from the dead. The death of Lazarus gave Jesus the opportunity to reveal Himself as the resurrection and the life. From what I see, there ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Your Purpose?

Contributed by David Cramer on Aug 25, 2019

Finding out your purpose in life through rebuilding your relationship with the Lord.

Close Your eyes and repeat after me. Say, “Lord you are welcome in this place.” Now say it like you mean it. Let's put the bad things from our week at the door to His house Grab your bible and say this with me; This is my Bible I am what ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Purpose For You

Contributed by Donny Granberry on Feb 3, 2008

We all realize that God has a will for our lives, but this message takes a deeper look at what God’s purpose is for us.

God’s Purpose for You By Pastor Donny Granberry 1 Peter 2:9 NIV But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. Contrary to some people way of thinking, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Come To Church With A Purpose

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 23, 2017

Why do people go to church? Power Point is available upon request

PSALM 27:4-5 “COME TO CHURCH WITH A PURPOSE” A) There does need to be a purpose behind why we come to church. * And there needs to be some reasons we do the things we do as they relate to the church. B) In our text the Psalmist, David, had a purpose, or some reasons for coming to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:4-5

Denomination: Baptist