Sermons about Purpose For Pain

Purposeful Memorials Series

Contributed by John Harvey on May 25, 2005

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As we remember veterans for Memorial Day, we must also remember that Christ has left us with a memorial of all he did for us: The Lord’s Supper

Purposeful Memorials 05/29/05 Intro: This weekend, we celebrate Memorial Day. It is a day set aside to remember those who gave their lives in defense or our nation. As important as it is that we recognize these men and women of honor, we want to reflect today on the most significant memorial of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Baptist

God's Purpose

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 10, 2004

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We all need to discern God’s purpose for our lives.

INTRO.- Eph. 5:17 “Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.” We all need to understand the Lord’s will or the Lord’s purpose for our lives. If we claim to believe in God the creator and Christ the Savior we must seek to understand their will/purpose for our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Forbidden Purpose

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 16, 2004

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This is about understanding God’s will.

A young lady attended a missionary service several years ago. As she heard the missionary share the stories of danger and success, she knew that God was calling her to be a missionary. She prayed about it, and talked to several people about this. She just knew that God was calling her to be a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-17, 2 Samuel 7:1

Denomination: Wesleyan

Pursuing Purpose

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Mar 1, 2005

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There is a time for every purpose! God has created each of us with a purpose and given us the time we need to fulfill it.

February 2005 Dakota Community Church Pursuing Purpose Introduction: I hope you will take notes or at least fill in the blanks and save the bulletins for future use. I have several former congregation members who have told me they still read over notes from sermons from years ago and are ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-2

Denomination: Mennonite

The Purpose Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Scott Malone on Mar 1, 2005

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Understanding Prayer through the teaching of Christ’s model prayer

THE PURPOSE OF PRAYER Matthew 6:9-13 I love the prayers of children. They are so honest and thoughtful. Maybe you’ve heard some of these letters written to God by children. Dear GOD, Instead of letting people die and having to make new ones, why don’t you just keep the ones you have? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

"Our Purpose”

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 25, 2005

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*God says to those who come near Him that He ‘must’ be regarded as holy and that He ‘must’ be glorified

“Our Purpose” Matthew 22: 37 SERMON OBJECTIVE: To inspire a more powerful worship experience by encouraging the people to open their hearts to God and allow Him to help their worship to come to life INTRODUCTION: Tonight we are going to discuss ‘worship’ The word comes from the root word ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living On Purpose Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

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The Ashley Smith story illustrates the power of a purpose driven life. It can be ours too.

Living with Purpose Romans 8:28; 29-39 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Ashley Smith never suspected that she would ever have to spend a night like that! Not in her worst nightmare! How do you prepare for being assaulted by an escaped ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Purpose Of The Church

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 8, 2005

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The purpose of the church What is the purpose of Harvest Community Church? 1 Corinthians 9 16 For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel! A divinely ca

The purpose of the church What is the purpose of Harvest Community Church? 1 Corinthians 9 16 For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel! A divinely called and scripturally ordained ministry has been ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Purpose Of It All Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 6, 2004

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The purpose of the church is to become: 1. A Faith-centered community. 2. A God-centered community 3. A World-centered community.

As I read Erwin McManus’ book on the church entitled An Unstoppable Force, I have to say I was hit hard by a statement near the beginning, where he said: “The indictment that we must receive is that the Christian faith as we express it is no longer seen as a viable spiritual option. Masses gave ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:44-48

Denomination: Methodist

People With A Purpose Series

Contributed by Tiger Gullett on Jan 20, 2004

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"The second message in a series of messages from the sermon on the mount dealing with The Importance Of Our Attitudes."

Introduction: Last week we looked at The Beattitudes, and the effect that our attitudes today will have on the future events of our life. Today, we are going to look at the importance of "Our Attitude Toward Our Purpose." Everybody likes to have purpose. Even dogs like to feel like they have a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Evangelism On Purpose Series

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Feb 5, 2004

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This is the second sermon in a series called "On Purpose." Instead of just letting evangelism happen, we need to put forth a concerted effort to reach the lost for Christ.

EVANGELISM ON PURPOSE 1 Corinthians 16:5-9 INTRODUCTION: A. Several years ago I had the opportunity to learn at the feet of a preacher by the name of Marvin Phillips 1. Marvin is a fiery kind of preacher with a great heart for evangelism a. During that week he talked a lot about doing things ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:5-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Purpose Of The Church

Contributed by David Taylor on Nov 30, 2004

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The five purposes of every church

The Purpose of Christian Community Church Moving Ahead Together, Part 1 September 5, 2004 There is no such thing in the Christian life as maintenance only movement - forward or backward. If you are not growing spiritually then you are dying spiritually. There is no way getting around that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Purpose Of The Star

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 19, 2004

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Brief message for candlelight service.

The Purpose of the Star Matthew 2:1-2, 9-11 Introduction After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem 2 and asked, "Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to worship ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Purpose Of The Pastor

Contributed by Larry Bergeron on Aug 31, 2001

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The Purpose of the Pastor is to do two things: 1) Love His Lord, and 2) Feed His Lord’s Sheep

THE PURPOSE OF THE PASTOR John 21:14-17 By Dr. Larry A. Bergeron Red Bay Church of God / September 24, 2000 / AM Turn In Your Bibles To The Gospel Of John, Chapter 21, Verses 14 Following. We Will Be Reading From This Passage In A Moment. INTRODUCTION Last Week we looked at the topic of ...read more

Scripture: John 21:14-17, John 10:14-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Growing On Purpose

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Apr 24, 2001

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Anytime we get close to Jesus the devil will throw a fit

April 22, 2001 Sand Flat Baptist Church David Yarbrough Growing On Purpose Mark 9:2-29 Illustration: We often fail to consider the gradual, cumulative effect of sin in our lives. In Saint Louis in 1984, an unemployed cleaning woman noticed a few bees buzzing around the attic of her home. Since ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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