Sermons on Purpose Of The Flood:

God’s Purpose Of Grace Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 10, 2010

The 8th sermon in our series on the Baptist Faith and Message

God’s Purpose of Grace (BFM #8) Text: John 10:27-29, Romans 8:28-30 By: Ken McKinley (Read Texts) We are continuing on with our study of the BFM and we come to article V, God’s purpose of grace. So let me read to you from the BFM this article (read). “Election is the gracious purpose of God, ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Purpose&potential Of Prevalent People

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jan 4, 2010

It is only in God that we discover our: origin, Identity,meaning,purpose,significance and our destiny. Every other path leads to a dead end.

Purpose & Potential of Prevalent People Colossians 1: 16-18 15-18We look at this Son and see the God who cannot be seen. We look at this Son and see God’s original purpose in everything created. For everything, absolutely everything, above and below, visible and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

New Life On Purpose: Worship Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 22, 2010

We were created to worship our creator in spirit and in truth.

New Life On Purpose: Worship Text: Jn. 4:23-24; Eph. 5:19-20; Heb. 10:25 Introduction 1. Every organization, whether it is a business, civic group, or church, has to know its purpose in order to be successful. a. A business has to know what its product is and whom it plans to sell it ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23-24

Denomination: Methodist

New Life On Purpose: Witness Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 27, 2010

We were commanded to share the truth of the gospel with every living creature.

New Life On Purpose: Witness Text: Matt. 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Rom. 10:14-15 Introduction 1. Illustration: The Bear and the Atheist An atheist was walking through the woods looking at the beautiful trees and flower that had just bloomed. Because he was an atheist he couldn’t thank ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Communication Relative To Divine Purpose Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Nov 1, 2009

This message is intended to help us evaluate and make changes to, if needed, our communication habits as they pertain to God’s divine purposes.

COMMUNICATION RELATIVE TO DIVINE PURPOSE Colossians 4:2-6 INTRODUCTION: A. June Hunt, in her Biblical Counseling Keys on Communication opens with this question: Have you ever paused to evaluate the impact of how you communicate? 1. Folks, if you have not noticed already, communication can ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

Anticipating Messiah -- His Purpose Series

Contributed by David Welch on Dec 29, 2008

Fouth in the advent series with a focus on the purpose of Messiah’s coming to the earth.

4th Sunday of Advent “The PURPOSE of Messiah” Why did He come down? INTRODUCTION This year we have revisited the Christmas story by focusing on the prophecies concerning the coming Messiah available to Jews and Gentiles hundreds of years before His coming. The prophecies revealed his person, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:45

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Jesus Had A Purpose On Earth! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Dec 15, 2008

We are not to be just satisfied with a baby in a manger but to listen, believe, and take action, following the main purpose of why Christ came to earth, which was to seek and save the lost!

During the Christmas season, many of us decorate with a scene that looks like this (show picture of Nativity). What is true about this scene?? The world will accept the fact that there was a special baby born about 2000 years ago which makes us think about peace, joy, and love. But what is the ...read more

Scripture: John 18:37, Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Spiritual House - The Building And Purpose

Contributed by Duane Smith on Oct 27, 2008

The goal of this message is to help us understand that God dwells in us and that He has a purpose in the church being a living, vibrant community of believers.

A SPIRITUAL HOUSE – The building & Purpose 1 Peter 2:4-5 & Ephesians 2:19-22 INTRODUCTION A. The idea of a spiritual house (called by many names) is seen almost from the very beginning of the Scriptures 1. We see it first in the Exodus - Exodus 25:9 According to all that I shew thee, after ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Fulfill Your Divine Purpose

Contributed by Don Hawks on Oct 21, 2007

You were made to fulfill your divine purpose

For we are what God has made us….. Ephesians 2:10 INTRODUCTION: "We are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works ...." • Our English word "poem" comes from this Greek word translated "workmanship." Think about it--there is no one in the world like you. We all compare ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-10

Denomination: Methodist

The Purpose Of God In Unanswered Prayer

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 24, 2007

Do we not understand there are some divine reasons why our prayers are delayed? God is often doing something to build our lives and to bring about a blessing to us and others in the delay.

The Purpose of God In Unanswered Prayer John 11: 1-45 When it comes to God’s answering our prayers, it often seems that if we do not hear the answer we want to hear, we conclude that it was no answer at all. It’s like the three retirees, each with a hearing loss, who were taking a walk ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing Your Purpose In Life

Contributed by Steven Spillman on Apr 23, 2008

Learning how to find your purpose in Life through God.

Knowing Your Purpose in Life I received a letter a while back from a guy I know. From all appearances he’s got his act together. He is a good Christian, attends church regularly and he’s financially successful. He’s a nice guy too; he doesn’t seem to have any hidden agendas or ulterior motives. As ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:11-25, Colossians 4:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why I Need A Purpose Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on May 14, 2008

Focusing on me will never reveal the truth about the purpose of my life. My Theology Professor at SWBTS told us….you cannot begin with man. You must begin your search for God with God.

Joke: Two men were seated next to each other as they were flying across the US, along with each of their sons. During the flight, they became acquainted and were discussing their respective occupations (something men tend to talk about). One man was an evolutionary biologist at a major university. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:6

Denomination: Baptist

I'm Living On Purpose Series

Contributed by Bob Lentz on Sep 5, 2007

Living for Christ gives you a new purpose for life.

I’m Living On Purpose 7-15-07 Series: The New Me Pt.2 Mark 12:28-34 Intro. Hold up steering wheel, hammer and golf club – what do these things have in common? They’re all used to drive something. The wheel drives a car, the hammer drives a nail and the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Baptist

The True Nature And Purpose Of The Church

Contributed by Martin Scarce on Nov 11, 2002

Everyone has an idea of what the church is and its purpose. But what does Jesus say about the church? What is his desire and purpose for the church? Based upon the confession of Peter Jesus reveals the truth about the church.

“The True Nature and Purpose of the Church” Reading – Matthew 16: 13-25 INTRODUCTION Illustration: When I was growing up there were a number of experiences that left an indelible impression upon. I think we all go through an impressionable stage in life. For me, the thing that left an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-25, Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

"Purpose 1: A Church That Loves" Series

Contributed by Erik Estep on Nov 13, 2003

One of the great purposes of the church is to love God and to love people.

“Purpose #1: A Church That Loves” Matt. 22: 34-40 September 7, 2003 Intro: When Charles Schwab was 70 years old, he made the following statement. These words were spoken for the record in a court of law after he’d just won a nuisance suit. He said, “I’d like to say here in a court of law, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Baptist