Sermons on God Is Now Here:

"Why Am I Here" Series

Contributed by Steven Platt on Mar 13, 2002

"What is my Purpose in Life?" is a question of the ages. We all ask it at some time or another. We will look at 2 passages in Genesis and one in Luke to find what GOD purposes for our lives.

The Search of a Lifetime Text: Gen 1:1 Last week – Where do I come from? This week – Why am I here? What is the purpose of Life? Many people try to answer the question Purpose of life is to get more money? Go to school so they can get a good job so they can sent their kids to school so they ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:28, Luke 19:40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Now Strengthen My Hands Series

Contributed by Steve Lawson on Jan 5, 2004

When you’re bruised and bloodied by life, press on; your creator did not send you here to start the race, but to finish it!

“Now Strengthen My Hands” – Nehemiah 6 100 Greatest Moments in Olympic History.” The Apostle Paul, in I Corinthians 9:24, says, “Run in such a way as to win the prize.” When you’re bruised and bloodied by life, press on; your creator did not send you here to start the race, but to finish ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who's In Charge Here, Anyway?

Contributed by John Beehler on Nov 6, 2001

God is still in control and that is something we can hold fast to.

Who’s in Charge Here, Anyway? I forgot one announcement that I need to mention before we move ahead; On the way to church this morning, I saw Elvis walking along the road picking up aluminum cans. Does anyone here believe what I just said? I wouldn’t think so. But the rumor mill is alive ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Am I Here? Series

Contributed by Brian Moon on Feb 13, 2003

What is the purpose of life? This series explores our 5 basic, God given, purposes and how to live them out. (Part 1)

Living a Purpose Driven Life (Why am I Here?) Brian A. Moon (Based on the Book "The Purpose Driven Life" by Rick Warren) I am so glad that each of you has decided to be here tonight because we are about to begin an amazing journey that will lead us to new and exciting places. Welcome to the 40 ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:4, Ephesians 1:4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I Am Meant To Be Here Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 25, 2006

In focusing on the various qualities of God’s Father-like love, I hope to capture not only how much you matter to God, but the nature of how to relate to him accordingly…that is, How To Live In Response To God’s Love.

In focusing on the various qualities of God’s Father-like love, I hope to capture not only how much you matter to God, but the nature of how to relate to him accordingly…that is, How To Live In Response To God’s Love. Let me begin by asking you: “Do you know why you are here today?” • Some of us ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ready Or Not Here I Come

Contributed by James Bryant on Jun 24, 2001

This is not a childhood game. We better be ready!

READY OR NOT HERE I COME Matthew 24:3 & 27 (3) And as he sat upon the mount of Olives, the disciples came unto him privately, saying, Tell us, when shall these things be? and what shall be the sign of thy coming, and of the end of the world? (27) For as the lightning cometh out of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:3, Matthew 24:7

Denomination: Baptist

Why Am I Here?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Aug 31, 2004

Questions about our life purpose are asked and answered.

I begin this morning with a question, “Are you a why, a what or a how person?” What people ask: What do I need to do next? What do I need to do to get this job done? What do I need to do to get to this person to notice me? What can I do to get more people to church? What can I say to so and so to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:12-34

Denomination: Church Of God

The Time Is Now PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Like Esther, God has equipped us with everything we need to face challenges and fulfill His mission for us, and we should take action now, for such a time as this.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into the book of Esther, specifically chapter 4, verse 14. This verse has a message for us that's incredibly relevant to our lives today. God's anointing for the mission is the divine empowerment that God bestows upon His children, equipping ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:14

Topics: Anointed, Mission

Why Am I Here?

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 20, 2001

We all need to know why God created us.

WHY AM I HERE? INTRO.- ILL.- A man was walking along a road and saw an Indian lying with his ear to the ground. He went over to the Indian and heard him speaking, “Large wheels, Ford pickup truck, green color, man driving with large police dog next to him, Colorado license plate, and traveling ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

And Now, The Weather Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Jun 22, 2020

The Big Idea: We don’t always like the warnings Scripture gives us. In the parable of the wicked tenants, Jesus warns the religious leaders of of the consequences of not bearing the fruit God is looking for.

Since we’ve titled this series “Good News,” a lot of the sermon titles have related to the news—“The most trusted name in News,” “A Slow News Day,” “The Rest of the Story—” stuff like that. So that’s where this title comes from, and I’ll talk more about this later. An interesting thing about ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:1-12, Mark 12:26-34, Isaiah 5:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

It's Good To Be Here

Contributed by Kevin Thacker on Feb 7, 2017

A good preacher friend of mine passed away and he always said "It's Good To Be Here". This sermon is a look into the reasons why it's good for us to go to church. Matthew 17:1-8

In Matthew 17:4, Peter speaks to the Lord during the transfiguration and says these words, "...Lord, it is good for us to be here:...". Why was it good for them to be there? I want to take a few reasons why I believe it was good for them to be there and apply them to reasons why it is good for us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Why Am I Here?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 19, 2001

Have you ever asked yourself, "Why did God permit me to wake up this morning? Why is my heart still beating? Why am I here?" You see, God has a reason. What is the purpose of my continued existence?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2019) WHY AM I HERE? GOD’S PURPOSE FOR OUR LIFE TEXT: Ecclesiastes 1:1 14; Ephesians 1:4-5,10; 2 Corinthians 5:19 ILL. I had a tremendous respect & admiration for Pres. Ronald Reagan & the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-14, Romans 8:28-29, Ephesians 1:4-5, 2 Corinthians 5:19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Now Faith

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Nov 28, 2017

NOW FAITH …THE SUBSTANCE OF THINGS HOPE FOR NOW FAITH …THE THINGS WE EXPECT TO RECEIVE FROM GOD NOW FAITH…THE EVIDENCE OF THINGS NOT SEEN

Hebrews 11:1 (KJV) Now faith Isaiah 40:8 (KJV) The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever. VERY BRIEFLY THIS MORNING I WANT TO REASON WITH YOU ON THE THOUGHT NOW FAITH NOW FAITH …THE SUBSTANCE OF THINGS HOPE FOR NOW FAITH …THE THINGS WE EXPECT TO ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Here We Come Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jun 25, 2009

So it’s the end of the sixth day and here comes man, saved til last to complete God’s perfect creation. I have to wonder if the angels and animals watching were thinking “Oh no, here comes trouble”. If they had only known, yet God seems to be very excited

“Here We Come” Genesis 1:26-2:7 So it’s the end of the sixth day and here comes man, saved til last to complete God’s perfect creation. I have to wonder if the angels and animals watching were thinking “Oh no, here comes trouble”. If they had only known, yet God seems to be very excited about His ...read more

Nothing To See Here Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Sep 5, 2012

What would cause someone to visit a church and leave saying "Nothing to see here." thus planning never to return?

Sunday, Sept 16th is National Back to Church Sunday. On this Sunday I would encourage you to make an effort to invite someone to attend with you. Last week we discovered why people do not go to church. We found some rather startling statistics. I would like to remind you of these facts once ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17-18

Denomination: Foursquare