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  • Michael Koplitz avatar

    The Purpose Of The Second Coming

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Feb 1, 2022
     | 2,052 views

    The Second coming of Jesus Christ as told by Mark

    The Purpose of the Second Coming Mark 13:24-27 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 24 “But in those days, after that tribulation, THE SUN WILL BE DARKENED AND THE MOON WILL NOT GIVE ITS LIGHT, 25 AND THE STARS WILL BE FALLING from heaven, and the powers that are in the heavens will be shaken. 26 “Then ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    A Purpose Behind The Problem

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 26, 2022
     | 2,063 views

    Our troubles should not lessen our faith. There is a purpose for the suffering. We should our troubles as opportunities to let the Lord's light shine through us.

    Key verse (17) What good comes out of trials? This is the second letter from Paul to the believers in Corinth to defend his position as an apostle and to denounce false teachers who twisted the truth. • Paul reminds us that although struggles come, do not give up hope. • Our bodies are subject ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Purpose Of Praises To God

    Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Feb 14, 2024
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    Psalm 147 celebrates the return of the Jews to Jerusalem from exile. The psalmist recognises God's power and strength in arranging their return, in the safety and security of the capital, in his provision for them.

    I. WHAT People Should Do 1. Praise God MUSICALLY *verse 7, (use MUSICAL instruments to MAGNIFY God) "Sing to the Lord with thanksgiving; Sing praises on the harp to our God." 2. Praise God MOTIVATIONALLY *verses 8-9, (praises is for the CONTINUES renewal of God's ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Even Punishment Has A Loving Purpose. Series

    Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Nov 13, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 5,187 views

    Like the Israelites, too often we grumble about our lot in life. May the Lord lead us to repentance...and thankfulness!

    Lent IV Numbers 21:4-9 “Are we there yet? How much longer?” Anyone who has ever taken a long car journey with children has heard those questions. They are questions that stem from impatience, from boredom, and maybe even a little lack of trust that the driver really knows where they’re going. Now ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Understanding The Purpose Behind Lazarus' Death SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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     | 4,091 views

    The death of Lazarus served as a platform for Jesus to reveal Himself as the embodiment of resurrection and life. This sermon explores the seven reasons behind Lazarus' death.

    Today, we will delve into the 11th chapter of the Gospel of John, specifically focusing on the death and resurrection of Lazarus. In this passage, we can uncover six valuable lessons that can be learned from this event. Lazarus' death provided Jesus with an opportunity to reveal Himself as the ...read more

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    Back To Church Sunday!

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 30, 2009
    based on 21 ratings
     | 42,472 views

    A sermon for National Back to Church Sunday adapted in part from the Purpose-Driven /Life. Alliterated and expository from Acts 2. PowerPoint is availble if you e-mail me.

    BACK TO CHURCH SUNDAY Scott Bayles, pastor First Christian Church, Rosiclare, IL It is so easy to hit the snooze button on Sunday morning when the alarm sounds at seven o'clock, roll over and go back to sleep. Maybe you had every intention of going to church, maybe Sunday School, too...even had ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    "living On Purpose" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 27, 2019
     | 5,821 views

    The year was 1941. Tens of thousands of Jews were laboring and dying in Nazi concentration camps. The Jews struggled every day to find some kind of purpose in all of what was going on.

    “Living on Purpose” Ephesians 2:8-10 The year was 1941. World War II was in progress. Tens of thousands of Jews were laboring and dying in Nazi concentration camps. To be exact, 6 million had died and another 11 million died during the war. The Jews struggled every day to find some kind of purpose ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Because We Belong To God, Part 2

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Oct 26, 2005
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     | 2,527 views

    Because we belong to God, we should desire spiritual nourishment to grow, we enjoy certain blessings, and we have a holy purpose in life.

    Because We Belong to God Part 2 I Pet. 2:1-10 INTRO.: We want to continue today thinking about certain things a Christian should do and be just because he is a Christian. Last week we spoke of being holy in conduct, living in reverent fear, and loving one another sincerely. There are other very ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Landing Safely After A Spiritual High Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Dec 1, 2007
     | 6,256 views

    Seventh and final in our Purpose-Driven Life series, this message looks at how to put into practice what we have learned in the previous 40 days.

    Landing Safely After a Spiritual High Wildwind Community Church David K. Flowers November 25, 2007 For those of you who have been part of the 40 Days spiritual journey that we’ve been on here at Wildwind, welcome. But I understand there will be some of you here that are maybe here for the first ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Chosen In Him Before Time With A Purpose Series

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 8, 2025
     | 184 views

    This sermon explains that believers were chosen by God not based on human merit but "in Christ" and has a specific, life-altering purpose.

    Introduction Verse 3 told us that God has blessed us with all spiritual blessings. Now, in verse 4, Paul explains the very first and most foundational blessing from which all others flow: we were chosen by God. Everyone longs to be chosen—for a team, for a promotion, for a relationship. It gives us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living An Intentional Life

    Contributed by Chris Mccall on Feb 5, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,010 views

    An intentional life has purpose, discipline and vision. With these words in mind let’s begin exploring what it means to live an intentional life.

    Living an Intentional Life Psalms 139:16 NLT You saw me before I was born. Every day of my life was recorded in your book. Every moment was laid out before a single day had passed. This week we are starting a new series titled, “Living an Intentional Life”. During this series, we will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Funeral Arrangements For Life"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Mar 8, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 18,999 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that Jesus spoke to Moses and Elijah about His departure and His Funeral Arrangements for Life.

    8 March 2009 Second Sunday in Lent U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fortress Chapel Contingency Operation Site (C.O.S.) Sykes Tall-afar, Iraq BIG IDEA: The Synopsis Gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke) share with us Peter, James, and John’s Mountaintop Experience with Jesus, Moses and Elijah, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    When Gods Purpose Becomes Ours

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jan 15, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,835 views

    Priorities

    When Gods Purpose Becomes Ours Est 4:10-14 10 Again Esther spake unto Hatach, and gave him commandment unto Mordecai; 11 All the king’s servants, and the people of the king’s provinces, do know, that whosoever, whether man or woman, shall come unto the king into the inner court, who is not called, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why? Understanding Life Events (Ii)

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 7, 2009
     | 3,601 views

    The Exodus is examined in the light of God’s purposes in those events, specifically that God was revealing Himself. This series explores three things God is always doing (1) Bringing People to Moral Choice (2) Revealing Himself to People (3) Preparing the

    Why? Understanding Life Events (II) 2 Kings 5 6-7 -09 Intro Isa 55:8-9 ¡§¡¥For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ways,¡¦ says the LORD. ¡¥For as the heavens are higher than the earth, So are My ways higher than your ways, And My thoughts than your thoughts.¡¦¡¨ Last Sunday ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Gods Purpose Of Grace: Election And Eternal Security Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Dec 14, 2022
     | 2,633 views

    Election is God’s purpose and initiative in man’s salvation. God is the one who acts. God’s initiative is there in revelation of His Word and in redemption. We balance election with human freedom.

    There is the funny story that a man died and went to heaven only to find out that heaven was divided into two groups. There was the predestination group whose main emphasis was God chose me. Then there was the free will group that emphasized their choice in coming to God. When he realized he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist