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  • suresh manoharan avatar

    Divine Chastisement - The Purpose And Final Outcome

    Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Jun 16, 2025
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    What does our Lord do to bring the persistently sinning Christian back into the "right track"!!!

    Divine Chastisement -Purpose and Final Outcome _hand this man *over to Satan* for the destruction of the flesh,[a][b] so that his spirit may be saved on the day of the Lord.- 1 Cor 5:6_ _Timothy, my son, I am giving you this command in keeping with the prophecies once made about you, so that ...read more

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    God’s Purpose For Your Life

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 12, 2010
    based on 23 ratings
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    The average lifespan is about 25,520 days (Psa. 90:10). In light of this, don’t you think it would be so wise to use those days fulfilling God’s purpose for your life? God has a purpose for you that is greater than your wishes, ambition, occupation or eve

    Intro: The average lifespan is about 25,520 days (Psa. 90:10). In light of this, don’t you think it would be so wise to use those days fulfilling God’s purpose for your life? God has a purpose for you that is greater than your wishes, ambition, occupation or even your happiness. The word “purpose” ...read more

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    Paul’s Great Purpose In Life

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Apr 13, 2011
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    Paul wrote this epistle while in a Roman prison. Prior to this he had many trials and tribulations before reaching Rome (see Acts 27-28). Paul was a man of God who faced countless difficulties; and yet he was able to rejoice in the Lord amidst all his pro

    Intro: Paul wrote this epistle while in a Roman prison. Prior to this he had many trials and tribulations before reaching Rome (see Acts 27-28). Paul was a man of God who faced countless difficulties; and yet he was able to rejoice in the Lord amidst all his problems. His secret of joy in spite of ...read more

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    A Tea Bag Experience In A Hot Water World

    Contributed by Russell Lee on Feb 20, 2011
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     | 13,606 views

    The thing in life that causes you the most pain can be your greatest gift from God!

    2 Corinthians 12: 7Because of the surpassing greatness of the revelations, for this reason, to keep me from exalting myself, there was given me a thorn in the flesh, a messenger of Satan to torment me—to keep me from exalting myself! 8Concerning this I implored the Lord three times that it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When God Delays Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 13, 2011
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     | 13,053 views

    One of the hardest things for Christians to do is to wait on God. The story of the resuscitation of Lazarus tells us many important things as we wait on God in what we think is a hopeless situation.

    John 11:1-45 “When God Delays” INTRODUCTION One of the most difficult situations in the Christian life is when God remains silent to our prayers. Faye and I have good friends who have two teenagers. Their son has been diagnosed with ADD, and he has been treated for this ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Light My Fire Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 5, 2012
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    A study of the Gospel of Luke 12: 49 – 53

    Luke 12: 49 – 53 Light My Fire 49 “I came to send fire on the earth, and how I wish it were already kindled! 50 But I have a baptism to be baptized with, and how distressed I am till it is accomplished! 51 Do you suppose that I came to give peace on earth? I tell you, not at all, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Taking On The Attributes Of Jesus By The Power Of The Holy Spirit. Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jan 11, 2010
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    As we take on the attributes of Jesus by the power of the Holy Spirit it is good, we understand that it is good, no matter what may hit us!

    An old friend of mine I’ll call him ‘T’ occasionally sends me texts by mistake, this happens roughly once every few months. This I think happens because my name will be at the top of his phone list, my name starting with ‘A’. This also happened with another old work mate when I was working in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Purpose Of God's Power

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 9, 2025
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    God’s power is not merely for personal gain or to elevate us above others. It is given to fulfil His divine purpose on earth—bringing healing, setting captives free, equipping believers, and glorifying His name.

    Title: THE PURPOSE OF GOD'S POWER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 10:38 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 61:1-3, Luke 4:18-19, John 14:12, 1 Corinthians 2:4-5 INTRODUCTION: The power of God is His supernatural ability given to believers through the Holy Spirit to accomplish His divine ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    God's Welfare Program And Handfuls Of Purpose! Series

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Feb 26, 2013
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     | 11,110 views

    The law of gleaning demonstrates God's provision for the poor who are required to make a diligent effort as opposed to the welfare system that exist in our day.

    Ruth 2:15-18 KJV And when she was risen up to glean, Boaz commanded his young men, saying, Let her glean even among the sheaves, and reproach her not: 16 And let fall also some of the handfuls of purpose for her, and leave them, that she may glean them, and rebuke her not. 17 So she gleaned in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Is Having A Purpose Without Power?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 28, 2022
     | 1,295 views

    What does it mean to have a purpose without power? Are we talking about having power or having a purpose?

    What does it mean to have a purpose without power? Are we talking about having power or having a purpose? Or is there power in purpose? Sounds a bit confusing, does it not? There is an old story from roughly over 20 years ago about an elementary teacher. I do not know who the author is, so let me ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    A Gift For Those Who Need Purpose Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 29, 2011
     | 3,790 views

    This is the first sermon in a series that examines some of the overlooked gifts that God gave us that first Christmas. This message looks at the gift of purpose.

    We all have the desire to find that unexpected gift for those in our lives. We want to give a gift that causes their eyes to light up and causes them to say, “Wow!” It’s a quest that so many embark on each year at this time. We know that by giving joy to another, we will in turn receive joy. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God’s Purpose In Your Barrenness

    Contributed by Margaret Minnicks on Jun 3, 2013
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     | 30,059 views

    God had an ultimate purpose for the barrenness of biblical women such as Hannah in the Old Testament and Elizabeth in the New Testament.

    Usually when we think about Hannah, no doubt we think about her prayer for a son. Today, let’s go deeper into the story and see that Hannah’s barrenness served a purpose. When we speak of women being barren in the Bible, it is usually in reference to a woman being childless. However, the word ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joe Mwangi Wamuga avatar

    Let No One Frustrate Your Purpose

    Contributed by Joe Mwangi Wamuga on Sep 9, 2024
     | 1,652 views

    You were created for a purpose. Purpose is the reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists. Myles Munroe said, When purpose is not known, abuse is inevitable. We should live purpose driven lives. God is a planner, and has good plans for us.

    You were created for a purpose. Purpose is the reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists. Myles Munroe said, When purpose is not known, abuse is inevitable. We should live purpose driven lives. God is a planner, and has good plans for us. He created us for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Doesn't God Prevent Evil? Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jul 12, 2013
     | 6,269 views

    How can a good God allow human suffering to continue? The story of Joseph provides a powerful illustration that suffering has a purpose, even when we can't see it at the present time.

    “When Joseph’s brothers saw that their father was dead, they said, “It may be that Joseph will hate us and pay us back for all the evil that we did to him.” So they sent a message to Joseph, saying, “Your father gave this command before he died: ‘Say to Joseph, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Step Three - Pursuing Your Purpose Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Jun 18, 2001
    based on 48 ratings
     | 16,042 views

    Someone who sits idly without a purpose is an easy target for temptation. We are easily drawn away when we don’t have a purpose we are reaching for. When we are reaching ahead, we have to stop and change directions in order to sin.

    Step Three - Pursuing Your Purpose The final step I want to focus on in overcoming sinful habits is your purpose. Each of our lives has been created by God for a purpose. As long as we are living outside of that purpose, there will be emptiness and a desire to crowd our lives with pleasures and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist