Sermons on Purpose Of Testing:

The Purpose Of The Seventy Weeks Series

Contributed by Amy Bickel on Aug 7, 2008

Part 8 in a series on the prophecies found in the book of Daniel. This part discusses the seventy weeks of chapter 9.

The Prophecies of Daniel Part 8: The Purpose of the Seventy Weeks (Daniel 9) We have reached week eight of our study of the prophecies given to the Old Testament prophet, Daniel. We have seen how God predicted the rule of the Gentile powers throughout history and we’ve seen the unveiling of the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Purpose Of Life

Contributed by F R on Aug 17, 2008

Gen 1:1

We know we’re supposed to be looking for something. It’s got something to do with "happiness"—but what is it: Money? Success? Family? Friends? Self-sacrifice? Beating your competitors? All of these? None of these? Confusing and unsettling, isn’t it? Perhaps the only way to find out where we are ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

It Is The Lord's Purpose That Prevails

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 26, 2008

Pentecost 5(B) - It is the Lord’s purpose that always prevails. As mankind is often challenged to understand, then our God diplays his mighty power.

“IT IS THE LORD’S PURPOSE THAT PREVAILS” (Outline) June 15, 2008 -- PENTECOST 5 -- Job 38:1-11 INTRO: The pride of man ruined God’s perfection created in the Garden of Eden. They took the fruit and they ate. They put themselves in the place of God. After thousands of years and ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Purpose And Passion For Christ

Contributed by David Quackenbush on Jun 29, 2008

This sermon looks at the purpose and passion in the life of the Apostle Paul to assist us in maintaining them in our lives

Purpose and Passion for Christ Scripture: Phil 3:7-14 7 But what things were gain to me, these I have counted loss for Christ. 8 Yet indeed I also count all things loss for the excellence of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord, for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and count them as ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Purpose, Process And Promise

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Jul 26, 2008

God has something significant for your life. Every life is a plan of God. You are here not by chance or by accident. But you are here by divine providence this sermon is about the purpose, process and promise that God has for every life.

Purpose, Process and Promise God has something significant for your life. Every life is a plan of God. You are not by chance or by accident. But you are here by divine providence this sermon is about the purpose, process and promise that God has for every life Purpose Psalm 139:16 Your eyes saw ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Purpose Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 17, 2008

The Holy Spirit is such a powerful force that He changes us. But how does He do that, and how do we avoid being distracted by substitutes?

OPEN: During the Middle ages, in Florence Italy, there was a wealthy citizen by the name of Lorenzo de’Medici. He was a patron of the arts and very proud of the grand plays and pageants he staged for the citizens of the area. Among his productions were several amazingly realistic religious pageants ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Gift Of Purpose Series

Contributed by Steve Gallimore on Dec 14, 2008

This sermon will help people understand the power behind the single vision and purpose for every church to reach one more person with the Good News of Christ.

GOD’S GIFT OF PURPOSE Unwrapping God’s Gifts Part 3 of 5 Pastor Steve Gallimore December 14, 2008 This week we’re going to continue our series by talking about one of God’s greatest gifts to us and that is God’s gift of purpose. As outrageous as it is, God not only sent His Son to die for our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

2009: A Year Of Purpose

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jan 13, 2009

As we live our lives with a sense of the eternal, it empowers us to live for the purposes of God.

Birds tend to have- limited vision- Eagle can see up to five miles and beyond. While many birds migrate- eagle stays in their territory, year after year. They are very dependable- will remain in their territory even when a storm approaches. Other birds fly in fear while the eagle catches the wind ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-16

Denomination: Charismatic

"You Have Purpose" Series

Contributed by Chad Garrison on Mar 2, 2009

Depression is something we can all struggle with during the Holidays. This series directly addresses the causes, and counters with the Promises that God gives us to endure and overcome.

God’s Promises for the Holiday Season You Have a Purpose… I want to begin today’s message with a passage from Psalm 8, to give us some perspective: Psalm 8:3-9 (NLT) When I look at the night sky and see the work of your fingers—the moon and the stars you set in place—4 what are mere mortals that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:3-9

Denomination: Foursquare

God's Purpose For You

Contributed by Donny Granberry on Feb 3, 2008

We all realize that God has a will for our lives, but this message takes a deeper look at what God’s purpose is for us.

God’s Purpose for You By Pastor Donny Granberry 1 Peter 2:9 NIV But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. Contrary to some people way of thinking, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Purpose In Mercy Series

Contributed by Gary Moore on Feb 4, 2008

God is faithful in the execution of his plan of salvation. Paul deals with ethnic Israel.

This means that it is not the children of the flesh who are the children of God, but the children of the promise are counted as offspring. INTRODUCTION ROMANS 9.1-11.36 There is an obvious coherency to the first 8 chapters of Romans that culminates with an affirmation of the believer’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-13

Denomination: Congregational

Privilege & Purpose Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 19, 2008

Even though David had all the earthly powers, yet he called out to the Lord God in prayer. Too many believers forget the tremendous, glorious privilege that belongs to us as children of God. We have a privilege that is unequaled by any other in the world.

Illustration: D.L. Moody once entered a tavern in order to ask the bartender if his two little girls might attend his Sunday school. He was told that an atheist club met there every Thursday night and the owner of the bar was in no mood to offend them. Moody looked into the face of this man and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Purpose And A Need To Remember Series

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Feb 21, 2008

Our need for and use of memorials.

Series: Joshua Text: Joshua 4:1-9, 19-24 Title: A Purpose and a Need to Remember I. The Need for Memorials • To Remember Deuteronomy 6:12-15 -- 12 then beware, lest you forget the LORD who brought you out of the land of Egypt, from the house of bondage. 13 You shall fear the LORD your God and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Identiy, Vision And Purpose Series

Contributed by George Mansfield on Jan 1, 2008

To optimize our effectiveness and maximize our faithfulness to God we must live with purpose.

SERIES: NEW THINGS FOR A NEW YEAR LESSON: IDENTITY AND PURPOSE. INTRODUCTION: It is inconvenient at this time of year to make new plans, both personal and corporate. We call them “New Year’s Resolutions.” We desire to do better in the future than the past. Allow me to suggest three areas of focus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Purpose Of Your Life

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Jan 7, 2008

Realizing all we have and all we can become in Christ Jesus.

1 Peter 2:9-12 The Purpose of Your Life From this passage we will see 3 things our purpose for our Christian lives are based on: 1. Who we are in Christ. 2. What we have received through Christ. 3. Where we are going with Christ. Within each purpose we will see a cause and effect. I. Who We ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-12

Denomination: Baptist