Sermons on Purpose In Suffering:

Exposing The Kingdom Focused Church Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 16, 2007

Inspired by several resources. Gene Mimms’ books "The Kingdom Focused Church" and "Kingdom Principles for Church Growth, Rick Warren’s "Purpose Driven Church and Thom Rainer’s "Simple Church."

EXPOSING THE KINGDOM FOCUSED CHURCH Matthew 16:18-19 / Matthew 28:18-20 > Have you ever taken a picture, taken it to be developed, and it came back “out of focus?” Do you remember your frustration? And do you remember that your frustration was control somewhat by basically 2 factors; how ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Heavenly Worship Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Sep 18, 2007

Our worship on earth is often a man-made construct of songs, actions and words. It ought to more closely resemble the worship that is occurring in heaven!

Encountering God – Part 5 – “Heavenly Worship” Review: I have been preaching about worship for the past few weeks. Last week, If you weren’t here, you missed an opportunity to connect with God in a powerful way. There are many reasons people come to church, (see friends, hear music, hear a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Importance Of Core Values

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Sep 18, 2007

This message was given as an introduction to a major ministry review for our church.

Introduction I. This morning we are going to take a break from the series dealing with “God’s Amazing Grace.” II. The reason we are taking a break is because it is only a matter of weeks before we have our first preview service of “The Connection.” A. I want to present the purpose, core values ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:22

Denomination: Methodist

Refocusing Vision

Contributed by Michael Mccosker on Sep 20, 2007

I believe that every local church has a Divine commission and purpose. Seeking God will unlock the doors to that purpose

Text Matthew 28:18-20; Matthew 5:13-16 Focus Every Christian has the responsibility and privilege to share the gospel Introduction This morning we are going to begin a time of refocusing in which we will focus on one main question this morning, “Why does the North Hinsdale Community Church Exist, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Heart Beats To Share His Glor Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Jun 11, 2012

Devotional on God's Glory

Jesus Heart beats to share His Glory March 25th John 17 The Prayer of Jesus 1 After saying all these things, Jesus looked up to heaven and said, "Father, the hour has come. Glorify your Son so he can give glory back to you. 2 For you have given him authority over everyone. He gives eternal life ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-25

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

God Of Genesis Part 4 –god Creates For A Purpose. Genesis 1-2 Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 27, 2014

God created all things for a purpose, not as a random collection of meaningless chemical reactions-he has created creatures with a reason for being.

God of Genesis Part 4 –God creates for a purpose. Genesis 1-2 There are many creation myths around the world. The Babylonian Sons of gods (who themselves did not get along well) Marduk and Tiamat, fought for dominance of the universe. Marduk won and used Tiamat’s body to make the ...read more

Denomination: *other

Heaven - Why On Earth Does It Matter?

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Feb 15, 2012

Have you ever stopped to ponder that your going to work, helping the neighbour with a ride to the doctor’s office or stopping by your church to be involved in some type of ministry, are the ‘home chores’ of life that have a grander plan?

“Heaven – Why on Earth does it Matter?” Scripture / Text: Revelation 21:3-4 In my preteen years and well into late teens, my parents assigned work chores to my two brothers and me. From a posted house-cleaning checklist on the refrigerator, to loading the shed with firewood or ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:3-4

Denomination: Salvation Army

The G.o.a.t

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Sep 9, 2019

Who is the greatest man that’s ever been born? Who would be considered the G.O.A.T. when it comes to everyone who has ever lived? Jesus answers this question and leaves no room for debate.

TITLE: THE G.O.A.T. SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 11:11 In sports there’s an acronym used to describe the greatest of all time -- It’s the word GOAT - GREATEST OF ALL TIME…G.O.A.T. • Many believe in Basketball that Michael Jordan is the greatest of all time. Some vote for LeBron or Wilt Chamberlain, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:11

Denomination: Baptist

Live By God’s Wisdom Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 30, 2019

We cannot live life in the best way possible if we ignore the wisdom offered by the author of all life.

An angel appeared at a faculty meeting and told the dean that in return for his unselfish and exemplary behavior, the Lord would reward him with his choice of infinite wealth, wisdom or beauty. Without hesitating, the dean selected infinite wisdom. “Done!” says the angel, and disappears in a cloud ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Road To Somewhere PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

To explore the concept of living with purpose, using the story of the Road to Emmaus from the Gospel of Luke as a guide, and viewing each day as a new beginning.

Good Morning, Church! Today, we'll be journeying together on the road to somewhere. We'll be exploring the idea of living with purpose, through the lens of a fascinating passage from the Gospel of Luke, specifically, Luke 24:13-35. I think John Piper puts it best when he says, "God created me—and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Topics: Purposeful Walk

Walking In The Snow.

Contributed by David Cramer on Jun 28, 2020

A message about getting closer to the Lord

Walking in the snow. Good Morning Stand with me and lift up your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"no One Exactly Like Me" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Jul 20, 2020

Now here’s a truth I want you to recognize today: There is no one exactly like you. Look all the world over. There is no one exactly like you.

FINDING OUR IDENTITY “No One Exactly Like Me” Ephesians 1:1-14 I have always loved statistics. Some are useful. Others are worthless. I want to begin by sharing one that I think is amazing. Listen closely. Here it is: In a typical year about a million billion snowflakes fall each second ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus, The Best Teacher: Hebrews 1

Contributed by David Cramer on Jul 27, 2020

A message of hope concerning being taught about life and how to live it the right way.

Good Morning Stand with me and lift up your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, never ending, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Abc's Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Jun 10, 2019

Paul offers some valuable insights into the area of prayer.

The ABC’s Of Prayer Ephesians 3:14-21 Introduction: After seeing his Green Bay Packers get sorely defeated one Sunday, Hall of Fame coach Vince Lombardi called his group together the following week and said, “Gentlemen, it’s time to get back to the fundamentals of football.” He held up the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Anna An Example Of Faith

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Apr 2, 2018

This sermon looks at the life of Anna, an example of how in one day, she fulfilled God's purpose in her life despite the overwhelming natural negatives she was born into, she overcame her situation by faith!

ANNA AN EXAMPLE OF FAITH Luke 2:36-38 Now there was one, Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was of a great age, and had lived with a husband seven years from her virginity; and this woman was a widow of about eighty-four years, who did not depart from the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:36-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational