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  • God Is In Control Of The Nations Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Sep 16, 2014
     | 7,637 views

    Does God create nations for His purposes? Does God destroy nations for His purposes? Does God relent of His intended punishment if a nation repents and turns to Him? These and other questions need to be answered in this world of nations in turmoil.

    God is in control - or is He really? Last Sunday we took a look at - is God in control of the earth, planets, stars, etc., basically, all of nature Next Sunday we'll be looking at - is God in control of you and me Today - is God in control of the nations So, is God in ...read more

  • We Are Saved By Grace, But The Choice Is Ours.

    Contributed by James Linders on Sep 9, 2015
     | 5,767 views

    Each of us is born with a preordained purpose and destiny. NOTHING on this planet happens by chance. Zacchaeus' life is a CLEAR example of this. HE drifted from God's plan of salvation, but was brought back by God to fulfill his destiny...his purpose.

    ….so when Jesus got there, He looked up and said: “Zacchaeus hurry down! I want to stay with ...read more

  • The Power That Destroys Negative Roots

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 20, 2025
     | 334 views

    Through Christ’s power, every negative root, generational curses, sinful patterns, and demonic strongholds can be destroyed, giving believers freedom to flourish in God’s purpose.

    THE POWER THAT DESTROYS NEGATIVE ROOTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 1:10 – “See, I have this day set thee over the nations and over the kingdoms, to root out, and to pull down, and to destroy, and to throw down, to build, and to plant.” Supporting Texts: Matthew 15:13; Judges ...read more

  • Bittersweet Sovereignty

    Contributed by Greg Adams on Aug 6, 2002
    based on 25 ratings
     | 3,172 views

    The pre-determined purpose of God who works all things according to the counsel of His will.

    Bittersweet Sovereignty I. What Is God’s Sovereignty? Eph 1:11 - The pre-determined purpose of God who works all things (Rom 8:28) according to the counsel of His will. Prov 16:9 Our planning, Prov 19:21 His directing, Prov 20:24 His directing, Gen 50:20 & John 21:22 (Our understanding) ...read more

  • The Big Picture

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 24, 2004
    based on 288 ratings
     | 25,155 views

    The big picture is not about us, it’s about God’s purpose for our lives.

    INTRO.- Christ is rightfully our life. Your life. My life. He is the Christ, the Messiah. He is God in the flesh. He is Lord. ILL.- One night a thief broke into the single-room apartment of French novelist Honore de Balzac. Trying to avoid waking Balzac, the intruder quietly picked the lock ...read more

  • I'm Gonna Tell Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Jan 2, 2002
    based on 39 ratings
     | 6,386 views

    The first in a series exploring the 5 foundational purposes of the church: Evangelism, Discipleship, Worship, Ministry & Fellowship.

    Today we will be taking a look at the 5 Biblical purposes of the church. I want you to look at these messages, not just from the overall picture of the church, but I feel that God will direct you to make each of these things a foundational principal in your life. As we look at these ...read more

  • He Is Our Peace

    Contributed by Russ Witkowski on May 6, 2002
    based on 19 ratings
     | 5,629 views

    This sermon was preached at Franciscan University during a unity service designated for the purpose of prayer for worldwide peace.

    HE IS OUR PEACE! UNITY SERVICE – FRANCISCAN UNIVERSITY 1/24/02 I would like to express gratitude to God for the occasion for we have gathered this evening and to those who have participated in the preparations. To Father Scanlan, Pastors James Edward Murray, Calvin McLoyd and to Catherine Heck ...read more

  • Happy Or Holy?

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jun 9, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,664 views

    Is God’s overriding purpose in our lives to make us happy, or to make us holy?

    What is God’s purpose for your life? Have you ever wondered about that? I’m not referring to questions like, what career should you follow, or whom should you marry, or how many children should you have. I’m talking about the big picture – what is God’s overriding goal, His primary purpose, for the ...read more

  • It Is For The Best!

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 20, 2001
    based on 84 ratings
     | 11,492 views

    Bad things happening to a good people for the purpose of preparing and positioning them both to be blessed and to be a blessing

    IT’S FOR THE BEST! GENESIS 50:15-21 INTRODUCTION: How many times have you heard a person say to someone going through a trial, who has suffered a loss, or experienced some great tragedy "I know it’s difficult for you right now, but it’s for the best!" Usually at the time that these words are ...read more

  • Satan's Just Doing His Job

    Contributed by La Juana Morris on Jul 22, 2002
    based on 134 ratings
     | 17,750 views

    In order to resist him - you must recognize him for who he is and what is his purpose.

    Satan is just doing his job! Subject: In order to resist him - you must recognize him for who he is and what is his purpose. Again there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan came along also to present ...read more

  • How To Buy God's Favor

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Nov 22, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,936 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that "God is a giver and He NEVER COMMANDS A VOW."

    U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris CP Walker, Taegu South Korea BIG IDEA: GOD IS A GIVER; HE NEVER COMMANDS A VOW. Jephthah – means “HE WILL OPEN” 1100 BC (Driven from his home because he was the son of a prostitute but became know as “mighty warrior”. Defeated the Ammorites. (See Judges ...read more

  • The Fourfold Mission Of Prophecy

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Nov 30, 2004
    based on 47 ratings
     | 7,646 views

    People get excited over prophecy but misundertsand its purpose or how to detect false prophets.

    The Fourfold Mission of Prophecy Soon after the Fall, men became interested in the future. The same questions are usually asked of prophets, true and false over the centuries. Will I be rich? Will I defeat my enemies? Who will I marry and how many kids will we have? When and how will I die ...read more

  • How To Slay Giants That Keep On Coming

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Dec 5, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 8,612 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to TEACH the hearers HOW TO slay Giant spiritual battles that continues to come in their lives.

    2 Samuel 21:15-22 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris South Post Chapel Seoul Korea BIG IDEA: No one goes through this life with ONLY ONE GIANT to SLAY. REFERENCES: Isaiah 40:31 (But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount with wings as eagles; they ...read more

  • Am I Spiritual Enough? Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Mar 19, 2003
    based on 56 ratings
     | 8,645 views

    4th sermon in series - "Living Life on Purpose, Christ’s Answers to Our Questions".

    There are two questions pointed in Christ’s direction in our scripture today. Verse 11 - And when the Pharisees saw this, they said to His disciples, "Why does your Teacher eat with the tax-gatherers and sinners?" Verse 14 - Then the disciples of John came to Him, saying, "Why do we and the ...read more

  • How To Worship God In Spirit And In Truth

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 144 ratings
     | 11,088 views

    Worship - To give honor, adoration and praise to God in all aspects of life The Purpose of Worship 1.

    Worship - To give honor, adoration and praise to God in all aspects of life The Purpose of Worship 1. To express our love for the Lord. (Luke 10;27) 2. To obey His commands to give worship to Him above all gods. (Lk.4:8) 3. To fulfill our highest purpose for living (Psa.45:11) 4. To direct ...read more