Sermons on Our Purpose:

Do You Want Joy, Real Joy?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 20, 2001

I think Matthew wrote these Beatitudes down in the exact order that Jesus spoke them. And I believe Jesus had a reason for putting them in this particular order.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2016) TEXT: Matthew 5:1-12 There is a beautiful chorus that begins with these words, "Do you want joy, real joy, wonderful joy? Then let Jesus come into your heart." And this morning we will look ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Romans 8:29, 2 Corinthians 3:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Stairway To Happiness

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 8, 2022

There should be no doubt in anyone’s mind that God loves us and wants to bless us. The Book of Psalms is all about how this wonderful God that loves us wants to bless us.

God does not wait until chapter two before He tells us how we can receive a blessing. He starts off in chapter one, verse one. The word translated, “Blessed,” is from the Hebrew word, “aishair” which simply means: “HAPPINESS.” Many people have different ideas on how to find happiness in this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Purpose-Full Church: In Disciplemaking Series

Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Nov 14, 2003

6 of 18 messages on moving toward greater health as a church.

The Purpose-full Church: In Disciplemaking (NTC4T-6) I. Defining the Purposes of the Church B. Disciplemaking 1. A definition 2. The real commission 3. 5 Principles of disciplemaking a) Intentionality b) Attachment c) Extension d) Transference e) Perpetuity Introduction It’s been eight weeks ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-14, Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

How Can Our Church Survive And Thrive?

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 17, 2011

1. By spreading the good news about Jesus (vs. 36-41). 2. By studying God’s Word (vs. 42). 3. By seeking more reverence for God (vs. 43). 4. By sticking together (vs. 44-46). 5. By sharing what God has given to us (vs. 42-47).

How Can Our Church Survive and Thrive? Acts 2:36-47 Sermon by Rick Crandall Adapted from message preached at McClendon Baptist Church - Sept. 5, 2010 BACKGROUND & INTRODUCTION: *Over the last few years, at least four Southern Baptist Churches around here have shut their doors forever. Five to ten ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-47

Denomination: Baptist

Our Excellent God Series

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Oct 3, 2022

One of the purposes of the Bible in general & the Psalms in particular is to teach us the character & nature of God so that we will be led to praise Him. David here used the word excellent to describe God. Our Excellent God.

Psalms 8 & 9 are psalms of praise. I’m convinced that we do not praise God enough. The reason we do not praise Him is that we do not think much about Him & the reasons why He deserves our praise. One of the purposes of the Bible in general & the Psalms, in particular, is to teach us ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Living Out Your Purpose Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 6, 2007

See your position as a platform for God’s purposes.

Living Out Your Purpose Book of Esther Rev. Brian Bill www.pontiacbible.org 5/6/07 We’re wrapping up our series called “Facing Your Giants” today. We’ve learned so far that when we focus on giants, we stumble; and when we focus on God our giants tumble. But here’s the rub. Each time we take on ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Our Absolute Need For One Another

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Jul 24, 2002

In an age of social isolationism and disengagement from the body of Christ, the Lord is calling us to be a community of believers again.

Our Absolute Need for One Another August, 2002 Acts 2: 42-47 “They devoted themselves to the apostles teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe, and many wonders and miraculous signs were done by the apostles. All the believers were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, Romans 12:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gifted For Ministry: Purposeful Stewardship Of Talents Series

Contributed by Darrell Coats on Sep 18, 2006

The second sermon in the sermon series "Purposeful Stewardship" challenging us to use our gifts and abilities for the service of Christ.

Gifted for Ministry Introduction: Every Christian has been gifted for ministry with different talents. Purposeful stewardship involves using all these talents to serve others and glorify Christ. “Talents” means both our natural abilities and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10

Denomination: Methodist

Divine Chastisement - The Purpose And Final Outcome

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Jun 16, 2025

What does our Lord do to bring the persistently sinning Christian back into the "right track"!!!

Divine Chastisement -Purpose and Final Outcome _hand this man *over to Satan* for the destruction of the flesh,[a][b] so that his spirit may be saved on the day of the Lord.- 1 Cor 5:6_ _Timothy, my son, I am giving you this command in keeping with the prophecies once made about you, so that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:4-6, 1 Timothy 1:19-20

Denomination: *other

Why'd They Do That?

Contributed by Paul Decker on Mar 7, 2005

God is worthy of our attention and praise.

WHY’D THEY DO THAT? I Corinthians 14:40 S: Worship C: Elements of corporate worship Th: A Passionate Pursuit of God Pr: GOD IS WORTHY OF OUR ATTENTION AND PRAISE. ?: How? How do we demonstrate it? KW: Elements TS: We will find in our study of worship elements that we use to communicate the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:40

Denomination: Baptist

He Came To Be Our Savior

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Dec 7, 2006

In the midst of the glitter and noise, the purpose of the Incarnation is powerful, but not always easy to hear. But to a lost world, God sent His Son to be Our Savior

Passage: Hebrews 2:10-18 Intro: At the risk of appearing Scrooge-like, I want to talk about death this morning. 1. in spite of the frantic attempts to hide or reinterpret the true meaning of Christmas, the coming of Christ into the world had a critically important purpose. 2. and if we will dare to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:10-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

He Came To Be Our Deliverer

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Dec 7, 2006

What a mess we are in. And we aren’t even aware of it! The whole purpose of Christmas was to respond to our need for deliverance.

Passage: John 3:10-21 Intro: Someone has said, “Ignorance is bliss.” PP to which Thomas Gray responded, “If ignorance is bliss, tis folly to be wise.” PP Cater Burwell has continued the thread, “If not bliss, ignorance can at least be fun.” PP but Philip Wylie has ended the discussion for me: ...read more

Scripture: John 3:10-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God In Me...the Hope Of Glory

Contributed by Vera Hughes on Feb 20, 2008

Did you know that God put himself in you? God wants to use you to fulfill His purposes on the earth.

Matthew 5:14-16 Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid. Neither do men put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Maximize Your Might PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 25, 2024

This sermon explores how to apply Ecclesiastes 9:10 by giving our best in all we do, finding purpose in everyday tasks, and cultivating a meaningful life.

Good morning, beloved family. It is indeed a joy and a privilege to gather here today, united in spirit and truth, to break the bread of life, the Word of God. Our passage today comes from the wisdom-filled book of Ecclesiastes, a book that so eloquently speaks to the human condition. It is a book ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:10

Topics: Power, Purpose

Our Loving God Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 13, 2003

I purposely decided to preach on the topic of God’s love at the end of this series because love is an essential attribute of God, the capstone of His personality. Having said that, I feel overwhelmed and challenged by the task of trying to put into words

Our Loving God I know I got a lot of mileage last week out of turning 40 but I thought I’d begin this morning with a story about what happened when a young couple invited their aging pastor over for Sunday dinner. While the parents were in the kitchen preparing the meal, the minister asked their ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-8

Denomination: Baptist