Sermons on Gods Purpose:

God Truly Among Us Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 13, 2012

A talk on the meaning and true intent of worship.

Text: 1 Cor 14:1, 26, Title: God Truly Among Us, Date/Place: NRBC, 2/12/12, AM Opening illustration: Background to passage: this chapter covers a number of specific things about prophesy and tongues, but we have dealt with them as spiritual gifts in previous messages, so if you are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping People From God Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Oct 15, 2012

Could it be that it is us who keep people from coming to Jesus? Just like the crowd obstructed the blind beggars from coming to Jesus, or the disciples from letting the children come to Jesus, we as Christians tend to pose obstacles to come to Jesus!

The blind men want to see Jesus. We know from Mark that one of those blind men were named Bartimaeus, and he had been blind all his life. First thing you see when you open your eyes is Jesus. I think that would be a wonderful thing! But we see that the crowd rebukes them. This is like the people ...read more

Denomination: *other

God Speaks To Reveal And Reward Series

Contributed by Michael Gates on Jan 11, 2012

This message demonstrates how our Lord will lead us and guide us if we will but allow Him to have His way in our lives.

1st Kings 19: 1–16 God Speaks To Reveal and Restore In God’s Word in Isaiah 45: 22 The Bible Says “Look unto Me, and Be Ye Saved, All the Ends of the Earth: For I am God And There Is None Else.” In Isaiah’s Generation… And in ours as well God Says Look unto ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-6

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Grace And God's View Of The Church Series

Contributed by Martin Wiles on May 27, 2011

God’s message of love is for all people regardless of race, culture or physical descent.

Romans 11:1-24 Introduction: A. What, if any, place does Israel have in God’s world plan? B. This question is answered in various ways by Christians. 1. One’s millennial view (end time understanding) often determines the answer. 2. Those considered premillenialists believe God will ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Self-Will Vs God's Will Series

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 18, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Who is our master? I can't hear ya. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the LORD JESUS CHRIST is Our Lord, and Master, it's fully enough and high time for us to place Him at His Rightful Place. IV.

I. EXORDIUM: Who is our master? I can't hear ya. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the LORD JESUS CHRIST is Our Lord, and Master, it's fully enough and high time for us to place Him at His Rightful Place. IV. TEXT: 2 Chronicles 35:22 (New Living Translation, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 35:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our God Never Changes Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 22, 2021

Because everything around us is always changing, it is so good to know that our God never changes. God's consistent character, unchanging Word, promises and purposes gives us great strength and stability. How wonderful that we can hold to God's unchanging hand!

A. Let’s begin by considering this statement: Everything changes, nothing stays the same, except for God. 1. Think about how travel has changed over time: a. When George Washington traveled from Virginia to Washington D.C. by horseback, it would take him ten days traveling at a speed of 25 miles ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 102:25-27, Malachi 3:6, James 1:17, Hebrews 13:8, Genesis 9:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"for The Love Of God.."

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Oct 3, 2002

To ponder the love of God is to ponder that which is inconceivable, yet so many of us underestimate this, the most powerful of all forces....

“For the Love of God!” How many mothers do we have here this morning? You know, it takes a special kind of person to be a good mother doesn’t it? I mean, the world is full of “mothers”-- just about anyone can be a mother. But to be a truly “good” mother.....that seems to be a different ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Romans 6:23

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

How To Know God's Will Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Feb 12, 2009

Biblical principles whereby we may know and understand God’s will and direction for our lives

II. How to Know God’s Will Part 2 Dr. Russell K. Tardo The prophet Jeremiah speaks saying: 11For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [Jer. 29:11] God has thoughts about His people; He has ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Determine God's Will For Your Life Series

Contributed by Sheldon Boyd on Apr 22, 2009

Part of a lengthy series I am doing in the book of Philippians.

HOW TO BE A CHRISTIAN AND STILL ENJOY LIFE HOW TO DETERMINE GOD’S WILL FOR YOUR LIFE Sunday April 27, 2008 Scripture Reference: Philippians 1:22-26 Intro. A. [] I know this is kind of a scary thought but if someone were standing before you today with a loaded gun and asked you, “Which do you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:22-26

Denomination: Holiness

God Has A Vision For Our Future

Contributed by Richard Cook on Aug 21, 2009

This sermon teaches people that God had a vision for what He wanted His end-time church to be like

Why is God’s church still here? Why are we still pressing on? Why are we still turning on the lights and preaching from the same book they were preaching from years ago? Why are we still preaching the message of truth? Why are we still living and believing and holding on to the same truths that ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 12:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Acting On God's Plan - Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 19, 2013

Nehemiah did not delay in acting out the plan God had laid upon his heart and here we see God's plan being put into action...

Sermon Brief Date Written: January 19, 2013 Date Preached: January 20, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Building with God Sermon Title: Acting On God’s Plan - Pt 1 Sermon Text: Nehemiah 2:1-8 [ESV] Introduction: Over the past 2 weeks we have seen how ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

God's Plan And Design For Your Life.

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jan 24, 2012

Many times people ask the question, "Why am I here, what is the purpose of my life, what is the meaning of life or what has God done for me personally"? Well in this sermon outline we point out 10 provisions God has provided to give you real purpose and m

God's plan and design for your life. Many times people ask the question, "Why am I here, what is the purpose of my life, what is the meaning of life or what has God done for me personally"? Well in this sermon outline we point out 10 provisions God has provided to give you real purpose and meaning ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-37

For Those Who Fear Him There Is No Want

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2004

Promises, motivations, explanations, descriptions and blessings of fearing God.

For Those Who Fear Him There is No Want (Psa 34:9-11) Illustration: The word awesome is freely used these days to describe athletes, coaches, teachers, and even friends. I suppose it’s not wrong to use the expression this way. But if you ever stand at the rim of the Grand Canyon, or get a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Praise The King

Contributed by John Harvey on Sep 1, 2004

Our purpose on this earth is to bring honor and glory to God.

Praise the King 09/05/04 Intro: Number 1 purpose of our life is to bring honor and glory to God. We are to live our lives so that they point to the glorious nature of God. Jesus lived his life to give glory to God. God glorified himself through Jesus. “Jesus replied, ‘If I glorify myself, my ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

A Call To Worship

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Nov 28, 2004

To examine how we are prepare ourselves to worship God

A Call to Worship Exodus 19:3-19 Primary Purpose: To consider how we must prepare ourselves to meet with God If I asked you What is worship? I wonder what you would say. Would you mention a specific time or place? Would you mention a particular part of the services that we have? Today, in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:3-19

Denomination: Baptist