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02 Pursuing What Matters: The Church At Birth Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 17, 2012

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Features of the early church. 1. v. 3-4 - They Were In Fellowship With The Resurrected Jesus 2. v. 5 They Received The Promise Of The HS 3. v. 12-13 They Were Obedient To His Word 4. v. 14 They Were United In Spirit 5. v. 15-20 They Honored Th

- What do the disciples think will happen when they receive the SP? – (v. 6) - What are some major ways their idea of the kingdom differs from Jesus? – (v.7-8) - HS brings newness of life - What are the features of the early church? 1. v. 3-4 - They Were In Fellowship With The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:3-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Only New Year’s Resolution That Matters

Contributed by Tim Smith on Jan 6, 2013

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This message is about discovering God's will for your life

The Only New Year’s Resolution That Matters Proverbs 16:1-4 One Sunday while serving at Aldersgate UMC, we had a guest speaker from GA in town for an Evangelism Conference. His message could be summed up as this: to be an effective servant of God, you have to discover God’s will and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:1-4, Proverbs 16:9

Denomination: Methodist

Why Did God Put Me On Planet Earth?

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 8, 2017

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The Bible teaches we have a definite purpose. It's to influence the people around us to make the choice to serve Jesus Christ. A C.S. Lewis quote captures to eternally critical job that we dare not neglect for the lost's sake!

WHY DID GOD PUT ME ON PLANET EARTH? Ps. 138:8, TLB. INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. There were three guys who wanted to be in the Olympics, but didn’t know how to enter. So they went to the gate of the Olympic Village to see how other athletes got in. 2. Soon a big, hulking guy walked up with bulging ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Purpose #2: You Were Formed For God's Family Series

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Dec 9, 2003

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Based on the 2nd Purpose

Purpose #2: You Were Formed for God’s Family Colossians 3:12-17 Becoming the “Place for You” Introduction A. Have you seen our church brochure, stationary, business cards? B. They are pretty nice if I do say so myself. C. However one them they all say “A Place for You…” D. Pretty catchy phrase ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Refocusing Vision

Contributed by Michael Mccosker on Sep 20, 2007

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I believe that every local church has a Divine commission and purpose. Seeking God will unlock the doors to that purpose

Text Matthew 28:18-20; Matthew 5:13-16 Focus Every Christian has the responsibility and privilege to share the gospel Introduction This morning we are going to begin a time of refocusing in which we will focus on one main question this morning, “Why does the North Hinsdale Community Church Exist, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon - God’s Instructions For Purposeful Living

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Mar 11, 2025

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Some people live on purpose and some just respond to what the world delivers. A “life of purpose” is not something you do or something you have automatically, it is choices that each of us make. Living a life of purpose guides all our choices and shapes the direction of our life.

Sermon – God’s Instructions for Purposeful Living Scripture - Psalms 1:1-6 AMP, “Blessed [fortunate, prosperous, and favored by God] is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked [following their advice and example], Nor stand in the path of sinners, Nor sit [down to rest] in the seat ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Romans 10:17, Psalm 119:103-105

Denomination: Methodist

Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer: Discoverign Your Purpose Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Mar 29, 2007

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Discovering your purpose at Christmas

Classic TV Christmas Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer Discovering Your Purpose This Christmas Season Luke 1:26-38 INTRODUCTION We all know the story of the misfit reindeer, Rudolph. Born with a bulbous bright nose Rudolph’s parents are worried that their son will be ridiculed by other reindeer. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

God's Mission: The Answer For Our Purpose Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jan 9, 2014

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Mission, Purpose, Disciple Making

Matthew 28:16-20 August 7, 2022 Introduction: I’m 62 years old. I gave my life to Christ 3 months before my 18th birthday. If you want to know my story listen to my testimony on our web site...."The fire that burns away the clutter.", but even though I didn’t surrender to Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Strength In Numbers Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Oct 25, 2016

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Strength, Unity, Purpose, Encouragement

A PARTNERSHIP WITH PURPOSE - Strength in Numbers Ecclesiastes 4:8-12 (p. 463) October 30, 2016 Introduction: Ecclesiastes starts out “The words of the teacher.” The Hebrew word that’s used there is “Koheleth.” The NIV translates it ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:8-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Not Very Far

Contributed by Christopher Crane on Jun 16, 2004

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A backdoor look at the Five Purposes of the Church.

Not Very Far Exodus 8:28 Exodus 8:28 28 And Pharaoh said, I will let you go, that ye may sacrifice to the LORD your God in the wilderness; only ye shall not go very far away: intreat for me. <Prayer> You know, it’s really always been the plan of the enemy. And his strategies haven’t changed ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 8:28

Denomination: Church Of God

What Church, Sunday School, And Vbs Is All About

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jul 12, 2003

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The purpose of church, Sunday School, and VBS.

INTRO.- What is church, Sunday School and VBS all about? One thing for sure, it’s the place to learn about God and His Word. ILL.- A Sunday School teacher asked her students, “Do you believe that story about Lot’s wife looking back and turning into a pillar of salt?” One little boy said, “Sure I ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Not Just For Us Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Sep 18, 2005

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Worship of God is the ultimate purpose of the world.

IT’S NOT JUST FOR US Psalm 96:10 S: Worship C: Relationship between worship and mission Th: God – Most Worthy of Praise Pr: WORSHIP OF GOD IS THE ULTIMATE PURPOSE FOR ALL THE WORLD. Type: Inductive PA: How is the change to be observed? • Worship correctly, so the world will listen. • Keep to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 96:10

Denomination: Baptist

How Do We Fulfill Our Purpose? Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 14, 2013

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Last week we defined our purpose which is: "Connecting people with Jesus Christ and each other". Today, using Scripture as our guide, we are going to learn the "how". (Acts 13:13-52)

How do we fulfill our Purpose? Acts 13:13-52 Introduction When this series first started we discussed the imp of being a biblical church -- The church of Acts is a tremendous model for us to examine / follow -- When it comes to following Christ, there is really NO more perfect ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:13-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Planned For God's Pleasure Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Apr 26, 2005

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Purpose #1 WORSHIP — 40 Days of Purpose (addapted from Rick Warren) Veiw in Word Format at www.praiseag.org

Planned for God’s Pleasure Purpose #1 WORSHIP — 40 Days of Purpose Mark 12:30 Adapted from Outline by Rick Warren—Saddleback Church INTRODUCTION: The Chicago Tribune reported this true story about a man named Bill Mallory who traveled to India to discover the purpose of life. Unfortunately, he ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Ilife, Part 1

Contributed by Dino Rizzo on May 5, 2009

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This series asks life’s dangerous questions: Why am I alive? Why am I here? What is my life meant to accomplish in this life? Where does life being? How did I get to the place that I am at? Why do I live? What makes me live? What causes me to live

You know, we’ve been talking about these big questions in life and what we shared last week for a few minutes is, "Why am I alive?" I think there comes a time that we begin to think about these type of questions and these are questions we are going to be working on these series of iLife. Last ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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