Sermons on The Purpose Of God:

The Fatherhood Of God Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Jun 21, 2021

Father's day message. All Scripture references are from the NASB.

When we consider fathers today, we see that the world makes fun of fathers, the culture downplays the roles of fathers, feminist have gone as far to say that fathers as completely antiquated and unnecessary except as sperm donors. It is estimated that a third (33%) of all our nation’s children do ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

God Of Mission

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jul 17, 2021

Talk 2 in my five-talk series on Jonah. Mission is God's mission. In the story of Jonah - and especially in view of what Jesus says about Jonah - we recognize that God is the master strategist in mission and he's breathtakingly creative.

Jonah Talk 2: God of Mission Last week I started a new series on Jonah. My major theme last week was how compassionate God is. At the time of Jonah, the Assyrian Empire was expanding. Historians of the Middle East tell us how cruel the Assyrian rulers were. I spared you the grizzly details. ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-5, Matthew 12:38-41, Luke 11:29-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Foolishness Of God Series

Contributed by Peter Kelly on Aug 25, 2021

Series #4. The contrast between man's wisdom and God's wisdom is never more evident than at Calvary.

I. Introduction A. Review Paul’s introduction -Last week we looked at the beginning of Paul’s correcting words to the church at Corinth. -He is laying a foundation for what is necessary to have a strong church. -Paul told the church that it is critical that they be unified. -That ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-20

God Of Peace Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 22, 2025

Instead of chasing joy and peace, most feel empty when they do not find it. It is in the Lord that we find our peace.

Christmas 2024 God of Peace Selective Scriptures Good morning everyone…Christmas is a great time of year for most and a great time of stress for a lot of people. Christmas gives us a chance to be with people we love and being with people we love can sometimes get stressful. Kids are kept up ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:7, 1 Peter 1:2

Denomination: Nazarene

Conversations With God Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 11, 2023

True religion goes to God in prayer in every circumstance.

INTRODUCTION • Today we conclude our True Religion series with a message that is last but not least in James' thoughts. • James is famous for his down-to-earth, practical teaching. • Throughout the book, James hits on many issues about putting one's faith into action. • After all the ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

There Is One God Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 12, 2025

What is one of the key truths about God that can bring a diverse group of believers together in unity?

Seven Foundations of Fellowship: There is One God Introduction What is one of the key truths about God that can bring a diverse group of believers together in unity? For the past six weeks we have studied the “Seven Ones” - the foundations of fellowship found in Ephesians 4. Each one of these ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Resting In God Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Jul 8, 2025

What does it mean to really rest and why does this seem so challengin Jesus is saying I am the Lord of the Sabbath. I am that source of nourishment and rest - the source of that deep rest of the soul.

We have been speaking about being a church on mission and what that means. The church was not created to be inward-focused or static. God did not create the church to be a place for people to attend, to hear His Word and then go back home or to work and leave the gifts and talents He has given us ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Faithfulness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 5, 2023

Encourages us to trust in God's unchanging faithfulness, surrendering our need to understand everything, and experiencing peace, joy, and hope in His promises.

Hello friends, Welcome! It's wonderful to see each and every one of you here today. You are not here by accident. God has orchestrated this moment, this gathering, and has a divine purpose for us. We are here to bask in the Word of God, to examine His promises, and to seek His wisdom. Our ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5

Topics: God's Faithfulness

God's Plan PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024

Explores understanding, participating in, and persevering through God's plan, using God's Word as a guiding light in times of uncertainty and doubt.

Good morning, dear friends. I stand before you today, filled with a sense of joy and anticipation, as we prepare to open God's Word together. Our lives are filled with questions, uncertainties, and dilemmas. We often find ourselves asking, "Why is this happening? What is God's plan in all of this?" ...read more

Topics: God's Plan, Christians

God's Peace PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 29, 2024

This sermon explores believing without seeing, becoming messengers of peace, and bearing the mission of spreading God's word, inspired by Thomas' encounter with the risen Christ.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is a joy to be with you today, to share in the fellowship of the Spirit, to stand together on the solid rock of our faith, and to open the pages of God's Word together. It is a privilege, indeed, to be in the house of the Lord, where we can find comfort, ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Topics: The Sending

When God Mentions Your Name

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 15, 2025

When God mentions your name, things shift — sometimes for promotion, sometimes for assignment, sometimes for testing — but always for His glory.

WHEN GOD MENTIONS YOUR NAME By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Job 1:6-8 Key Verse: “And the Lord said unto Satan, Hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth…” (Job 1:8, KJV) Supporting Texts: Luke 1:26-30, Acts 9:10-15, Isaiah 45:1-3, 1 Kings 17:8-9, Esther ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christ-Like Series

Contributed by Josh Foster on Feb 26, 2014

One of the clearest statements contained within Scripture, regarding the purpose and goal of Christian faith, is this passage: “Imitate God… in everything you do. Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ.”

WAC2BL: Christlike Scripture Text: Ephesians 5.1-2, NLT INTRODUCTION When we listen to a passage - like Ephesians 5 - …we should imagine ourselves sitting in someone’s living-room ~ …or sitting on the back-porch of a friend’s house ~ …and listening to our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: Nazarene

God’s Help In Difficult Times Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 15, 2010

A study of chapter 17 verse 1 through 24

1 Kings 17 God’s help in difficult times I am getting tired of watching television. I mean I use to be a TVaholic. Now the movies are lousy. The programs stink. And the News! They are keeping us in the dark relative to key news and feeding us worthless information. I am sick and tired of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-24

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

God Provided Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 28, 2009

We see How God Provides through 1)Godly Government. 2) Godly Providence. 3) People of Godly Character.

With the official start of Summer, we have come into the Season of labor unrest. This week, crowds as hoards descended on the LCBO as if to stay off an alcoholic apocalypse. Currently, strikes reign from Toronto to Windsor and pundits wonder if we can have any workplace stability. Who will deliver ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-7

Denomination: Other

A Portrait Of God

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 1, 2010

If we would know what God is like, we must discover the Triune nature He has revealed through His Word.

“The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.” You have undoubtedly heard the story of the little boy who was colouring at the kitchen table. When his mother asked him what he was drawing, he informed her that he was drawing a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:14

Denomination: Baptist