Sermons on Purpose Of Anointing:

Love The Lord Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 27, 2024

"The poignancy of this story lies in the fact that it tells us of almost the last kindness that Jesus had done to him.” (Barclay)

Note: There will not be any sermon notes posted next week on Sermon Central. -JED Journey With Jesus: Love The Lord Mark 14:1-9 Introduction What is the most expensive perfume per oz in the world? The ingredients impact high cost of a perfume. Natural and rare ingredients, such as the musk from ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Atm

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 14, 2004

This is about the Anointing, Trials and Ministry of Jesus.

Turn with me to Mark 1. Read Mark 1:9-15. There are three things we see in this passage. There is anointing, trial and ministry. Anointing Jesus had to be anointed by the Holy Spirit before he could start his earthly ministry. For the first thirty years of his life, he was a carpenter in the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-15

Denomination: Wesleyan

Who Is Jesus?

Contributed by Egerton Gbonda on Aug 23, 2011

JESUS IS THE MESSIAH- THE SAVIOUR AND THE ANOINTED KING

WHO IS JESUS? As a partial fulfilment for their BA degree, a group of students at UoJ were given an extended essay to do a research paper on the topic: ‘Who is Jesus?’ As part of their research strategy, they used the participant observation methodology. Time came for their essays to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

What's That I Smell? Series

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Oct 2, 2002

Our worship and adoration is a sweet smelling fragrance in the nostrils of God!

I. A New Fragrance A. Text: II Corinthians 2:14-16 “…thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumphal procession in Christ and through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of him. For we are to God the aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-16

Persistence

Contributed by Steve Ownby on Mar 28, 2010

Elijah was an unknown who was selected by God • Elijah ran from Jezebel • In the cave God spoke to him and told him to perform 3 anointings o Anoint Hazel king of Syria o Anoint Jehu king of Judah o Anoint Elisha to take your place Elisha was an

I. The request for Elisha to stay at Bethel • Bethel – the “House of God” • The place where the initial foundation of truth is poured. • The school of Prophets o The place of Training 2Ti 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Supernatural Empowerment Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 16, 2025

We are not called to live or serve in our own strength. God has made available supernatural power through His Spirit to enable us fulfil His plans and purpose.

SUPERNATURAL EMPOWERMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 1:8 “But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.” Supporting Texts: Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Showing Up, But Fired! When Disobedience Costs You Your Anointing

Contributed by Frederick Tanner on Nov 13, 2025

Have you ever known someone who still showed up for work every day, dressed right, on time, doing all the motions, but the truth is, they’d already been fired? The title and position might still say “employed,” but the authority and favor behind the role are long gone.

Saul was chosen by God, anointed by Samuel, and empowered by the Holy Spirit. He had divine backing, heavenly authority, and public favor. But one act of disobedience changed everything. God gave Saul a command, destroy Amalek completely, but Saul did it his way, not God’s way. He kept what looked ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:14

Committing To Our Mission As The Church PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2025

Jesus seeks the lost and sends us to join His mission, turning everyday places into opportunities to share His love, freedom, and abundant life.

There’s a line that lingers in the soul like a song you can’t forget: Jesus came looking for people. Before we raised our hands, before we learned the words, before we found our seat on a Sunday—He was already searching. He crossed crowded roads, dusty villages, and social barriers, because that’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10, Luke 4:18-19, John 10:10

Topics: Service, Purpose, Mission

A Seal Of Ownership Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 30, 2016

Standing Firm, Anointing, Ownership, The Holy Spirit

The Comfort Zone…Where We Are Really Uncomfortable A Seal of Ownership 2 Corinthians 1:21-24 (p. 803) October 9, 2016 Introduction: For the Jews and all those who were under Roman rule “A Seal” would have a powerful meaning…both the Jews and the Romans had ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:21-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cost Series

Contributed by Henry Nwaneri on Nov 20, 2010

The most important things in life can only be acheived by those who conscioulsy count the cost and pay the price.

Today while praying, I took time to go over all I wanted to do and be for God. At the end I asked myself a question, then I turned around and asked God that question. “God, What will it cost me to fulfill my destiny?” We everyday are faced with the reality of the cost of life. A trip ...read more

Scripture: Job 13:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Was Made For This

Contributed by Randall Parker on Jun 8, 2021

Knowing your purpose makes a difference

I Was Made For This! 2 Kings 2:19-22 ,Matthew 5:13 “The people of the city said to Elisha, “Look, our lord, this town is well situated, as you can see, but the water is bad and the land is unproductive.” “Bring me a new bowl,” he said, “and put salt in it.” So they brought it to him. Then he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13, 2 Kings 2:19-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Man God Uses

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 30, 2025

God is always looking for people to use in carrying out His divine purposes on earth. Throughout the Bible, God chose and used individuals who were willing, obedient, and yielded to Him.

Title: THE MAN GOD USES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 2:20-21 "But in a great house, there are not only vessels of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay, some for honour and some for dishonour. Therefore if anyone cleanses himself from the latter, he will be a vessel for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:20-21, Isaiah 6:8, Jeremiah 18:1-6, 1 Samuel 16:7, Acts 9:15, 2 Chronicles 16:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Year Of The Lord's Favor Series

Contributed by Larry Allen on Jan 9, 2012

Without a vision the people perish

The Year of the LORD’s Favor TEXT: Luke 4:14-21 14 Jesus returned to Galilee in the power of the Spirit, and news about him spread through the whole countryside. 15 He was teaching in their synagogues, and everyone praised him. 16 He went to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, and on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Glorifying God In The Grit (Palm Sunday)

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Apr 3, 2018

Jesus sought to glorify God in the grit of everyday life. When this is our focus the realities of life have purpose, even when, especially when, we're wadding through the slug of the tough stuff.

GLORIFYING GOD THROUGH THE GRIT Scripture: John 16:32-17:5 Text – John 17: 1, “Father, the hour has come. Glorify your Son, that your Son may glorify you.” There are many people considered to be great people – people in their lifetimes who were called upon to live for other people and they rose to ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

Constitution Of The Church Of The Living God Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001

THEME OF 1 TIMOTHY: THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD MUST BE STRUCTURED AROUND APPROPRIATE STANDARDS FOR CONDUCT AND THE COMMON CONFESSION OF UNION WITH CHRIST

BIG IDEA: THEME OF 1 TIMOTHY: THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD MUST BE STRUCTURED AROUND APPROPRIATE STANDARDS FOR CONDUCT AND THE COMMON CONFESSION OF UNION WITH CHRIST INTRODUCTION: Importance of Structure in the Local Church -- not just do whatever you please, however you want; There are standards ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible