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  • Richard Pfeil avatar

    Jesus Courageously Completed His Mission Series

    Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 17, 2005
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     | 2,874 views

    Part 6 of 8 on Jesus ppreached at Lent wit this message focusing on Jesus sense of purpose and how we can find God’s purposes for our life too!

    Jesus Courageously Completed His Mission TEXT: Various Texts Sunday, March 24, 2002 We have been taking a fresh look at Jesus and seeing what makes him so attractive to people and what draws people to him to this very day. So far, we have talked about Jesus’ spiritual connection, that ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Living By The Book Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,822 views

    The value that comes from knowing God has a good and gracious purpose for our lives.

    Living By the Book Jeremiah 29:11-13 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Today we begin our Forty Days of Purpose. We have been talking about it and preparing for it for weeks. Tomorrow many of you will start the coordinated reading ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Purpose-Full Church: An Overview Series

    Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Nov 14, 2003
    based on 58 ratings
     | 7,027 views

    4 of 18 messages on moving toward greater health as a church

    The Purpose-full Church: An Overview (NTC4T-4) I. Discovering the Purposes of the Church A. Purpose-Driven vs. Program-Driven B. Why Be Purpose Driven? C. The Great Commandment D. The Great Commission Introduction Years ago on a variety show, a guest appeared who was a body builder. The crowd ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel avatar

    Spiritual Life Series

    Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Jul 12, 2023
     | 2,057 views

    Spiritual life means nurturing our connection with the divine and finding meaning in our existence beyond material possessions and worldly pursuits. It involves practicing the idea that our purpose extends beyond the physical realm and embracing the idea that a higher power is guiding us.

    SPIRITUAL LIFE Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel, July 12, 2023 "For those who are according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who are according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit." Romans 8:5 INTRODUCTION The significance of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Even Punishment Has A Loving Purpose. Series

    Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Nov 13, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 5,193 views

    Like the Israelites, too often we grumble about our lot in life. May the Lord lead us to repentance...and thankfulness!

    Lent IV Numbers 21:4-9 “Are we there yet? How much longer?” Anyone who has ever taken a long car journey with children has heard those questions. They are questions that stem from impatience, from boredom, and maybe even a little lack of trust that the driver really knows where they’re going. Now ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Understanding The Purpose Behind Lazarus' Death SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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     | 4,103 views

    The death of Lazarus served as a platform for Jesus to reveal Himself as the embodiment of resurrection and life. This sermon explores the seven reasons behind Lazarus' death.

    Today, we will delve into the 11th chapter of the Gospel of John, specifically focusing on the death and resurrection of Lazarus. In this passage, we can uncover six valuable lessons that can be learned from this event. Lazarus' death provided Jesus with an opportunity to reveal Himself as the ...read more

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    Embracing His Kingdom & Will Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 2, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,979 views

    When we come to Him in prayer, we come acknowledging His Kingship in our lives (posture) and pray for His will to be done on earth (purpose).

    Matt 6:9-10 EMBRACING HIS KINGDOM & HIS WILL 9 "This, then, is how you should pray: "Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, 10 Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven." 1. Jesus set us an example Heb 12:2 Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Becoming A Holy Versus Healthy Church

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 27, 2003
    based on 152 ratings
     | 6,185 views

    The dangers of evangelistic outreach and church growth that are driven by purpose rather than God's presence are explored.

    "Consecrate yourselves and be holy, because I am the LORD your God. Keep my decrees and follow them. I am the LORD, who makes you holy." (Leviticus 20:7-8 NIV) Multiplied numbers of books on church growth have been written that try to explain the characteristics of so called ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Living An Intentional Life

    Contributed by Chris Mccall on Feb 5, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,012 views

    An intentional life has purpose, discipline and vision. With these words in mind let’s begin exploring what it means to live an intentional life.

    Living an Intentional Life Psalms 139:16 NLT You saw me before I was born. Every day of my life was recorded in your book. Every moment was laid out before a single day had passed. This week we are starting a new series titled, “Living an Intentional Life”. During this series, we will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Funeral Arrangements For Life"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Mar 8, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 19,004 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that Jesus spoke to Moses and Elijah about His departure and His Funeral Arrangements for Life.

    8 March 2009 Second Sunday in Lent U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fortress Chapel Contingency Operation Site (C.O.S.) Sykes Tall-afar, Iraq BIG IDEA: The Synopsis Gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke) share with us Peter, James, and John’s Mountaintop Experience with Jesus, Moses and Elijah, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Chosen In Him Before Time With A Purpose Series

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 8, 2025
     | 185 views

    This sermon explains that believers were chosen by God not based on human merit but "in Christ" and has a specific, life-altering purpose.

    Introduction Verse 3 told us that God has blessed us with all spiritual blessings. Now, in verse 4, Paul explains the very first and most foundational blessing from which all others flow: we were chosen by God. Everyone longs to be chosen—for a team, for a promotion, for a relationship. It gives us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Building A Bridge Of Community Series

    Contributed by Bob Briggs on Feb 5, 2002
    based on 25 ratings
     | 6,691 views

    To effectively live the Christian life, it needs to be done in community.

    Building a bridge to tomorrow means laying down the planks of community today. Almost every person alive has a desire for community. They even know how they want that community to be shaped…listen to this… (play theme from Cheers) Many of you could sing the theme, and most of you ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Hi Ho, Hi Ho, . . . Series

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 12, 2011
     | 5,428 views

    A proverbs driven life--the simple life requires practicing a faithful work ethic.

    Life Simplified Hi Ho, Hi Ho, . . . October 16, 2011 INTRODUCTION Sing with me Heigh Ho, Heigh Ho, it's. . . Did you now that the actual lyrics are Heigh-ho, Heigh-ho It's home from work we go (Whistle) Many people mistakenly believe the song is about going to work when it is actually a song ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    What's Up With The Church

    Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Feb 4, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,466 views

    WHY ARE PEOPLE STILL INVITING FOLKS TO CHURCH WITHOUT TELLIGN THEM THE PURPOSE OF THE CHURCH?

    WHAT’S UP WITH THE CHURCH INTRO: WHY IS BEING PART OF A CHURCH SO IMPORTANT? 1: MEMBERSHIP A) TO BELONG B) TO BE PART OF SOMETHING C) THIS IS A CHRISTIAN CONCEPT IN IT’S ROOTS POINT: TODAY MEMBERSHIP IS USED MUCH DIFFERENTLY, MEMBERS GET HALF OFF OR GET THE BEST SEATS THEY HAVE AN ADVANTAGE OVER ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Mark Hall avatar

    The Purpose Of God's Love

    Contributed by Mark Hall on Apr 17, 2023
     | 4,246 views

    Knowing God’s love gives purpose and meaning for living a godly life. I give my full permission for this sermon to be used for the glory of God

    I give permission for this sermon to be used in its entirety as long as it is for the glory of God. THE PURPOSE OF GOD’S LOVE Please open your Bibles to 1 John 3 as we continue our series on godly living with today’s message, the “Purpose of God’s Love.” This message is vitally important to every ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible