Sermons on Purpose And Plans:

Purpose&potential Of Prevalent People

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jan 3, 2010

It is only in God that we discover our: origin, Identity,meaning,purpose,significance and our destiny. Every other path leads to a dead end.

Purpose & Potential of Prevalent People Colossians 1: 16-18 15-18We look at this Son and see the God who cannot be seen. We look at this Son and see God’s original purpose in everything created. For everything, absolutely everything, above and below, visible and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

New Life On Purpose: Witness Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 27, 2010

We were commanded to share the truth of the gospel with every living creature.

New Life On Purpose: Witness Text: Matt. 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Rom. 10:14-15 Introduction 1. Illustration: The Bear and the Atheist An atheist was walking through the woods looking at the beautiful trees and flower that had just bloomed. Because he was an atheist he couldn’t thank ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

What Is The Purpose Of Spiritual Gifts? Series

Contributed by Tim Brock on Sep 16, 2011

Exactly what does the Bible mean when it speaks of a Spiritual Gift?

I heard a story about 3 sons who left home & went out to make their mark upon the world & did quite well. One day the sons talked about the different ways they were able to pay back their elderly mother for all of her generous sacrifices. 1. The 1st son said, “I built a big house for our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-13

Denomination: Christian Church

The Person And Purpose Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jun 11, 2007

A Pre-Pentecost Sermon

(Title Slide Up) This time twenty six years ago I was engaged in a search for a youth pastor position because I had a desire to spend a few years of my life serving God full-time. I did not realize or even expect to be a pastor 26 years later. I thought that I would be doing something else. Now, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-17

Denomination: Church Of God

I'm Living On Purpose Series

Contributed by Bob Lentz on Sep 5, 2007

Living for Christ gives you a new purpose for life.

I’m Living On Purpose 7-15-07 Series: The New Me Pt.2 Mark 12:28-34 Intro. Hold up steering wheel, hammer and golf club – what do these things have in common? They’re all used to drive something. The wheel drives a car, the hammer drives a nail and the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Baptist

Discipleship Is Our Primary Purpose Series

Contributed by Ed Groover on Sep 9, 2007

Our church exists to make disciples of Jesus Christ.

Discipleship is Our Primary Purpose Matt. 28:18-20 Intro: The Bible is our ultimate authority. The Gospel is our primary message. Body: 1A. Discipleship is centered in a specific person: the Lord Jesus. 1B. Jesus said that all authority was given to Him. Philippians 2:9-11 NKJV (9) ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Easter Sermon - Pierced For A Purpose

Contributed by Pastor Dre on Apr 14, 2014

Here is a Good Friday sermon that I preached and would like to share with you all. You can also use it as a great Resurrection Sunday Sermon.

Pierced for a Purpose Isaiah 53:1-6 John 19:16-18 This morning I would like to ask you to get a hold of your Bibles and open them up to the book of Isaiah chapter 53 lets read at verse 1 We are going to read 6 verses: 1 - Who has believed our message and to whom has the arm of the LORD been ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ezekiel's Purposes And Prophetic Timeline

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 5, 2009

A brief overview of Israel’s history relative to the prophecy of Ezekiel

Timeline for Israel: Ezekiel’s Four Purposes of Prophecy 1. Proclaim the grievous sin of the Jewish nation which justified its captivity and judgment, illustrating that God was not unfaithful or powerless. 2. Record the withdrawal of the Glory of God from the Temple before it’s destruction by ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:21-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Real Purpose Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jul 20, 2009

Teaches the real purpose of the Holy Spirit and how to recieve Him

“The REAL Purpose of the Holy Spirit” July 26, 2009 “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Holiness

Communication Relative To Divine Purpose Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Nov 1, 2009

This message is intended to help us evaluate and make changes to, if needed, our communication habits as they pertain to God’s divine purposes.

COMMUNICATION RELATIVE TO DIVINE PURPOSE Colossians 4:2-6 INTRODUCTION: A. June Hunt, in her Biblical Counseling Keys on Communication opens with this question: Have you ever paused to evaluate the impact of how you communicate? 1. Folks, if you have not noticed already, communication can ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Declaration Of The Proof And Purpose Of The Incarnation.

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Apr 2, 2010

Fellowship with God is everything.

Intro: 1. There is an old story about a mother who asked her daughter to go to their storage shed and bring her some jars of preserves. It was dark outside and the little girl said that she was afraid. Her mother said, “You don’t need to be afraid, God is there and He will watch over ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Poignant Purpose For Passionate Prayer

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 23, 2011

This message urges a return to passionate, powerful, and personal prayer, due to the tremendous needs of our churches and our world.

Poignant Purpose for Passionate Prayer Text: Col. 4:2; James 5:16b Intro: In Paul’s letter to the Colossians, he urges them to “continue in prayer.” The word translated “continue” meant that the Colossians were “to give constant attention…unremitting ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2

Denomination: Baptist

Extra Ordinary Jesus - Purpose Series

Contributed by Nicky Evans on Jul 27, 2011

Part 5 of our study looking at the extra ordinary man, Jesus. Today we will look at the purpose for His coming.

Why? That's the question I want us to ask today- Why? Why did Jesus, this Great and Mighty King, who was and is and always will be highly exalted above everybody and everything, get up off His throne in heaven and enter into human history? Why did Jesus, who has appeared many times in human history ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Purpose Of Grace Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 10, 2010

The 8th sermon in our series on the Baptist Faith and Message

God’s Purpose of Grace (BFM #8) Text: John 10:27-29, Romans 8:28-30 By: Ken McKinley (Read Texts) We are continuing on with our study of the BFM and we come to article V, God’s purpose of grace. So let me read to you from the BFM this article (read). “Election is the gracious purpose of God, ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Living Life With Real Purpose Series

Contributed by Troy Luttrell on Feb 26, 2014

A Christian's purpose for living should flow from a new nature, reminding us to always filter life through heavenly lenses.

Introduction: Our journey through the book of Colossians. • The Apostle Paul has made a perfect case to the church in Colosse, why Jesus Christ is preeminent above all. He has dealt with faith, doctrine, and salvation. In chapter 2 Paul addressed the enemy that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist