Sermons on Purpose In Suffering:

Finding Purpose In Your Life

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 30, 2015

Maybe you are here this morning and you need to hear from the Lord concerning where you fit into the plan of God.

Finding purpose in your life Ecclesiastes 1:1-1:9 Introduction- If you would turn to the book of Ecclesiastes. It is in the Old Testament right after Proverbs. Psalms, Proverbs and Ecclesiastes. There are so many books written on finding purpose. How to make the most of your life. How to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-9

Denomination: Nazarene

We Serve The Same Purpose Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 3, 2014

With Jesus as our leader or 'coach' all believers are called to the SAME team to follow Him. He leads us, but to what? What is the purpose of following Christ? Paul makes that known here in Col 2 and this morning we will see what he means...

Sermon Brief Date Written: Sept 25, 2014 Date Preached: Sept 28, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: We Serve the SAME God Sermon Title: We Serve the SAME Purpose! Sermon Text: Colossians 2:1-23 [ESV] Introduction: Over the past few weeks we have learned that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Purpose Of My Life?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Oct 3, 2022

One man, back in Persia, was about to discover & live out God's purpose for his life. His name was Nehemiah. And from his example I believe we can find a way to answer an important question in our own lives.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Nehemiah 1:1-10, 6:1-2; Ecclesiastes 3:11 ILL. It was 1940, & a time of great crisis in Europe. The ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-2, Nehemiah 1:1-10, Esther 4:14, Ecclesiastes 3:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Created By God Built For A Purpose"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jul 20, 2017

VBS we are created by God and built for a purpose.

Created By God Built for a Purpose 1. First night of VBS we learned God Made You Think of all the amazing God has made Day 1 - Created light and dark. God said let there be and it was Day 2- Created land, water and atmosphere. Day 3 - Gathered water together into seas and created ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:14

Denomination: Methodist

Christ's Purpose Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 24, 2020

In this lesson, we learn about Christ's purpose for his first and second advents.

Scripture Today is the First Sunday after Christmas in 2020. For the past month, we have been exploring the advents of Christ in a sermon series I am calling, “The Advents of Christ.” So far, we have examined “Christ’s Entrance,” “Christ’s Timing,” “Christ’s Appearance,” and “Christ’s Arrival.” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10, Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Satan’s Fourfold Purpose

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 29, 2022

We all have seen or attended costume parties at which everyone wore masks.

At a party like that a person can be in a room full of people they know, yet they may not know a person there. Only when the masks are removed can they know for sure who the people are. Did you know that Satan has always worn a mask? He knew from the beginning if anyone recognized him for who he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

When The Purpose Is Revealed (2014)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 31, 2022

There is where we are and where it is that God wants us to be and it is only when we follow God and His guidance that we are able to close the gap between where we are and where it is that God would like for us to be.

WHEN THE PURPOSE IS REVEALED (2014) Text: Exodus 17:1-7 "One of the greatest sins we commit against God is not reaching the potential he has placed in us." (Raymond McHenry. ed. McHenry’s Quips, Quotes And Other Notes. [author’s files: John Maxwell]. Third Printing. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7

Denomination: United Methodist

Purpose, Discipleship, & Growth

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Sep 9, 2023

Illustration” Video - Adrian Rogers “If you are not sharing the gospel then you are not right with God”

I. We must be faithful with steadfast purpose. (v.23) - Romans 7:4  Likewise, my brothers, you also have died to the law through the body of Christ, so that you may belong to another, to him who has been raised from the dead, in order that we may bear fruit for God. II. The church ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

Finding The Gift Of Purpose (Joseph) Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Dec 12, 2023

Finding the Gift of Purpose (Joseph) Series: Finding the True Gift of Christmas Brad Bailey – December 3, 2023

Finding the Gift of Purpose (Joseph) Series: Finding the True Gift of Christmas Brad Bailey – December 3, 2023 INTRO I would venture to say that most of us have come here today…with a sense about our lives…that is related to the hopes and dreams we have had. … that is… we have ideas about how we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:19-25, Matthew 2:13, Proverbs 19:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon # 6 - United With A Purpose Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Feb 13, 2023

Only when we are united in heart, mind and purpose will the people around us know and believe in Jesus. This sermon will teach us what we should do to make this a possibility.

We read in Acts 4:32, “The whole congregation of believers was united as one — one heart, one mind!” (MSG) The testimony about the early church was that though they were numerous, they were all with one heart and one mind. When we hear such a declaration, probably the question that arises is, ‘How ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32, Philippians 2:2, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Luke 2:13-14, Matthew 6:9, Luke 13:10-13, John 5:5-6, John 5:8-9, John 5:14, Revelation 3:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

"united For A Purpose"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 23, 2023

Pentecost sums up the gospel with simplicity and audacity: Jesus Christ offers salvation to all, and the church exists to proclaim it.

“United for a Purpose” Acts 2:1-21 Pentecost. What is Pentecost? I’ve had many long-time church members over the years who weren’t familiar with what this day is about, and it is an incredibly significant day in the life of the church. It ranks up there close to Christmas and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: United Methodist

God's Purpose

Contributed by Yewande Olowookere on Aug 15, 2022

FULFILMENT the achievement of something desired, promised, or predicted. "winning the championship was the fulfilment of a childhood dream" the meeting of a requirement, condition PURPOSE the reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists

These seven strategies can help you reveal or find your purpose so you can begin living a more meaningful life. *Giving your life to christ Donate your time, Money, or Talent. to God Surround Yourself With Positive People. ... Start Conversations With New People. ... Explore Your Interest ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:5

Sermon # 11 - Chosen For A Purpose Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Sep 25, 2024

The life of Jonah teaches us that there is nothing we do is hidden from God. Also, we learn that as a church we must be certain of our identity and our purpose so we can glorify God through all we are and all we do.

We read in Jonah 1:7-8, Then the men said to each other, "We should throw lots to find out why this is happening to us." So the men threw lots. The lots showed that the troubles came to them because of Jonah. Then the men said to Jonah, "It is your fault that this terrible thing is ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:7-8, Acts 5:1-3, Matthew 16:18, Acts 20:28, Hebrews 12:23, Philippians 3:20, 1 Peter 2:9, Exodus 19:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Journey Of Aging With Grace And Purpose. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 20, 2024

I want to write about a topic that affects many of us is contentment with ourselves. Many people go to great lengths to hide their age, from cosmetic procedures to fashion choices.

We struggle to be happy with the way we are, the way we look, and the way we are aging. We live in a world that constantly bombards us with messages telling us we need to be younger, prettier, stronger, and more successful. In today’s society, there is a prevalent trend of attempting to reverse ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:14, Proverbs 16:31

What Is The Purpose Of Our Life? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 21, 2024

I want to write to you about a fundamental question that we all ask ourselves at some point in our lives: what is the purpose of our life?

In Psalm 57:2, David writes, “My soul takes refuge in you, Lord. May my soul find refuge in you, and may I find my purpose in your love.” Here, David reminds us that our purpose in life is not found in material possessions, temporary pleasures, or worldly success. Our purpose is found in God’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 57:2, Jeremiah 29:11, Colossians 1:16