Sermons on our part in the plan:

Session #3 "How We Fulfill Our Purpose" Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011

Sermon Series I preach when our Church went through Rick Warren's C.L.A.S.S. Christian Life And Service Seminars Thanks to Rick Warren for the Foundation of this Sermon Series

Question: Why is it important to have a Strategic Plan? Jeremiah 29:11 "I say this because I know what I am planning for you," says the LORD. "I have good plans for you, not plans to hurt you. I will give you hope and a good future." (NCV) A Biblical Example: Nehemiah His Vision: To see ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Our Agenda Vs God's Agenda

Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Dec 29, 2024

Jesus has a vision for his ministry and the people have another, a different vision. The people’s own expectations have deafened them to the fulfillment of the scriptures. They are so caught up in their own agenda they cannot hear, let alone participate in, God’s agenda.

“What’s your plan for the day?” It’s a question I often ask my wife; usually on the weekend. But sometimes in the evenings after work I’ll say, “What’s your plan for this evening?” What’s your plan for the weekend? They seem like innocent enough questions and often they are. I’m really interested ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:21-30

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Battle Plan: Evangelism Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 22, 2020

In Colossians 4, Paul provides a three-step strategy for sharing our faith in Christ effectively.

The Battle Plan - Evangelism Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 4/10/2016 Last Sunday I started a short, two-part series I’m calling The Battle Plan. If we want to be successful in whatever we do, we need to have a plan. As Benjamin Franklin famously said, “When you fail to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:5-6

Denomination: Christian Church

Planning, Prioritizing, Proceeding Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 8, 2018

How do we plan our lives and actually do it?

As I noted last week, we closed the year 2017 and look forward to a new year by thinking about the 7 P’s for the Christian life: Pray, Plan, Pray, Prioritize, Pray, Proceed, Praise! Last week we made a note of praying and praising from 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18…... How thankful were we the last week? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Planned And Purposeful Life Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Mar 9, 2007

God’s great goal for man is for man to be found in Christ. The first in a series on the book of ephesians. If we are to have a planned and purposeful life we must recognize God’s undeniable plan, Rely on our available resources, and React to our reasona

Intro: Have you ever thought that if we are only a simple chance combination of molecules that life is without plan or purpose? There are actually people in the world that believe we happened here by chance. I like use this illustration to tell them different. Take all the pieces of a car throw ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

You Are Plan A. There Is No Plan B Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 20, 2005

Parallels but not just a rehash of Rick Warren’s Purpose Driven Life, the LAST 5 chapters. When it comes to reaching people for Christ, God’s plan is YOU. There is no Plan B.

You Are Plan A. There is No Plan B 1. God’s plans are often beautiful in their simplicity. 2. And we are part of that plan. 3. If you or I were to win one person to Christ, and then each of us won one person to Christ every year, and those folks won one a year, the number of believers would ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Church Plan And Purpose

Contributed by Steve Smith on Jan 19, 2010

A review our the importance of using what God has given us for the purpose of growing and building up the church.

I. REVIEW FROM TODAY Where is Paul? Prison What has happened? Judaisers adding circumcision & other requirements to grace 3.2 (we do the same) READ PHIL 3:12 1. What had Paul not obtained? (Vs. 10) 2. What were 4 parts of vs. 10 3. Describe Godly perfection (12) – Phil 1.6 & Eph ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Plan Is The Only Plan Series

Contributed by Peter Toy on Mar 28, 2013

Only God’s plan will matter in the long run, so we had better join Him.

God’s plan is the only plan. I remember lying on the bed, the hot, humid air pressing down on me, and wondering, “What was I doing here?” I was on my first mission trip to the Philippines. I was serving for 10 weeks working in the housing complex, Villa Carolina II on the outskirts of Manila. I ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

God's Health Plan Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Aug 8, 2006

God is looking for healthy disciples. To promote maximum health he has placed a variety of leaders into our lives.

God’s Health Plan Ephesians 4:11-16 Ephesians 4:11-12 (NLT) He is the one who gave these gifts to the church: the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, and the pastors and teachers. [12] Their responsibility is to equip God’s people to do his work and build up the church, the body of Christ, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grace And Personal Plans Series

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Jun 22, 2011

We must be open to God’s guidance as we make our personal plans.

Romans 15:14-33 Introduction: A. In considering God’s grace, we have also considered free will and God’s sovereignty. B. With that in mind, what part does my personal plan play in the story? C. Should I even make plans or should I simply go with the flow? D. Or should my plans be made ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:14-33

Denomination: Baptist

Our Purpose Part 2

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 18, 2006

This sermon deals with our purpose of being equipped to do the ministry of Jesus Christ. (Video /audio version avaialbe at web site www.glenvillenewlife.com)

Our Purpose Part II Be Equipped 1 Samuel 17:32-40 Ephesians 4:11-13 and 6:10-18 GNLCC 8/6/08 If you saw someone go into a sports store, and she was buying a white shirt, white shorts, some Nike’s, a tennis racket and some tennis balls, what would you assume they were being equipped to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Our Source Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 4, 2016

Part one of this series focuses on lukewarm Christians and how the farther we get from our source (God) the less likely we are to fulfill our real purpose on the earth.

Our Source Scripture: Revelations 2:4-5; 3:14-22; Matthew 22:37-40; 1 John 4:20 Introduction The title of my message this morning is “Our Source.” I want you to imagine, if you will, that you are a vessel that needs to be close to your power source in order for you to remain strong. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Turning Our Adversities Into Opportunities

Contributed by Terry Denis on Mar 19, 2021

We all have adversities in life. As Christians, crisis could be an opportunity to do the plan of God in our lives at a particular situation. Let us look at the story of Joseph and be encouraged by his example.

Turning our Adversities Into Opportunities Genesis 37-50 The Story of Joseph.  1. Crisis #1 - His brothers hated him. (Genesis 37:3) a)  Jacob loved Joseph more than any of his sons because he had been born to him in his old age. He also gave him a robe (cloak) of many colors. b) His ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith In God's Plan PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 11, 2023

Encourages us to live by faith, inspired by the examples of our spiritual ancestors, trusting God's promises and facing trials courageously.

Good morning, beloved family of God. What an honor it is to gather together in His name, to bask in His love, and to be nourished by His Word. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our God, the author and perfecter of our faith, has drawn us together to learn, to grow, and to be ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:20-31

Topics: Faith, God's Plan

The Lord's Prayer - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 28, 2016

Taking us through the one major lesson on prayer, taught my Jesus Himself.

I. Introduction A. A golfer is playing a round of golf with his buddies. On the sixth hole, a hole over water, he proceeds to flub nine balls into the water. Frustrated over his poor golfing ability, and about ready to hit somebody, he heaves his golf clubs into the water, and begins to walk off ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist