Sermons on Understanding Your Purpose:

Our Purpose Part 1

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 18, 2006

This sermon deals with the purpose of our church as well as our purpose as Christians in reaching others for Christ. (Video version available at our web site at www.glenvillenewlife.com)

Our Purpose Is The Reason Genesis 6:1-22 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 If you were going to build a huge ship, where would you most likely start to build it? God wanted to build the largest ship, the world had seen to date. He had a purpose, which was to save a remnant of the life God had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:16-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Adversary's Purpose

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 21, 2025

We have an enemy that desire is to destroy the church and the family. Let us consider some of the areas that our adversary is attacking and be pprepared.

THE ADVERSARY: ENEMY’S THREE FOLD PLAN By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) ENEMY: adversary, foe, to harm, to weaken, threaten, negative, opposition, opposed, hostile, antagonist, tempt, fear, worry. THERE IS A MESSAGE WE MUST HEAR AND TEACH: WE HAVE AN ...read more

Scripture: John 8:44, Isaiah 14:12-14, John 10:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Divine Dialogue -- Purpose Of Prayer Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 9, 2018

Second in prayer series dealing with the purpose of Prayer

“Divine Dialogue” Part Two I. PERSEPCTIVE ON PRAYER -- What is it? A. PRAYER MISUNDERSTOOD & MISUSED B. PRAYER PROPERLY UNDERSTOOD As we have emphasized, prayer is simply humble conversation with God both as Sovereign King and Loving Father. Prayer is honest expression of our heart to God’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Colossians 4:2-3

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

My Purpose Part Two Series

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Feb 23, 2020

As Children of God we are founded, consecrated, sanctified, & ordained. What great purpose that gives us. Can we live up to such a great calling? We can, because we have help!

Sermon series- purpose 2 - God is with you to carry out His purpose. - The greatest desire God has for mankind is for us to be His children. - With that knowledge comes the next phase of our purpose. - Walking with “Father God” - When it comes to doing any kind of work, the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

Cross Purposes 3: Redemption Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Dec 13, 2019

Redemption is like purchasing a slave to free them. Jesus 1) made a personal investment, and 2) paid a price. We are free as we 1) recognize our worth, and 2) chooses to be slaves of God.

CROSS PURPOSES 5: REDEMPTION For the past 4 weeks, we have been asking, “Why did Jesus Christ, the Son of God, die on the cross for us?” We keep asking the same question, because the cross impacts our lives in so many ways, that we can’t exhaust them all: The cross shows the love of God. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36, Philippians 2:6-8, Leviticus 25:47-49, Mark 10:45, 1 Peter 1:18-19, Exodus 6:6-7, 1 Peter 2:16, Romans 6:16-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Noble Purposes Part 2

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 24, 2013

To enumerate the things done for us by GOD.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you for noble purposes? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate the things done for us by GOD. IV. TEXT: 2 Timothy 2:21 (Amplified Bible) So whoever cleanses himself [from what is ignoble and unclean, who separates himself from contact with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

New Life On Purpose: Walk Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 7, 2010

Christ has called us to make disciples of all nations.

New Life On Purpose: Walk Text: Matthew 28:18-20 Introduction 1. Read Matthew 28:18-20 2. Illustration: At the close of life, the question will not be, "How much have you gotten?" but "How much have you given?" Not "How much have you won?" but "How much have you done?" Not "How much have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Methodist

Poignant Purpose For Passionate Prayer

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 23, 2011

This message urges a return to passionate, powerful, and personal prayer, due to the tremendous needs of our churches and our world.

Poignant Purpose for Passionate Prayer Text: Col. 4:2; James 5:16b Intro: In Paul’s letter to the Colossians, he urges them to “continue in prayer.” The word translated “continue” meant that the Colossians were “to give constant attention…unremitting ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 11 - Chosen For A Purpose Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Sep 25, 2024

The life of Jonah teaches us that there is nothing we do is hidden from God. Also, we learn that as a church we must be certain of our identity and our purpose so we can glorify God through all we are and all we do.

We read in Jonah 1:7-8, Then the men said to each other, "We should throw lots to find out why this is happening to us." So the men threw lots. The lots showed that the troubles came to them because of Jonah. Then the men said to Jonah, "It is your fault that this terrible thing is ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:7-8, Acts 5:1-3, Matthew 16:18, Acts 20:28, Hebrews 12:23, Philippians 3:20, 1 Peter 2:9, Exodus 19:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

God’s Purpose In Government Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 1, 2012

Contrary to popular Christian belief, God intends for us to be involved in the process of government and to exert Christian influence there. He created governments for the good of man. When Christian neglect their stewardship responsibilities they remove

1. Cartoon: Two men on a park bench; one lets out a loud SIGH; the second man stands and says, “Well, if you are gonna’ talk politics, I’m outta’ here!” 2. Three Great Institutions of God: a. Family b. Church c. Government 3. Mixed reviews on how we look at government a. Support (blindly? – Acts ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Purpose Of The Church - Part One Series

Contributed by James Capps on Mar 11, 2003

An overview of the Five Purposes of the church from the Purpose Driven Church by Rick Warren.

The Purpose of the Church Exodus 9:16 & Philipians 2:1-11 Part 1 – overview Everyone has a purpose. Everything we do that is worthwhile has a purpose God gave us the church with a purpose in mind…why is it that so many times the church seems so out of touch then? I think when the world, that’s ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 9:16, Philippians 2:1-11, Exodus 9:1-35

Denomination: Methodist

God Uses Us On Purpose Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 2, 2002

on the dreams of the cupbearer, etc., by Pastor Norval Koch as our guest preacher

Joseph Sermon 3 Genesis 41: 14-16, 39-41 July 21, 2002 “I feel used. I’ve been living away from my family for a long time. I’m in a far off land. I’ve been mistreated, worked like a slave, and just when I thought things were going well, I get knocked down again by some false accusations. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:14-41

Denomination: Lutheran

The Pathway Of Promotion : Understanding Trials And Tribulations

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 19, 2006

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT THE PATHWAY OF PROMOTION : UNDERSTANDING TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS AND STUDIES THE EXAMPLES OF 1. ABRAHAM 2. JOSEPH 3. MOSES 4. DAVID 5. JOB 6. DANIEL 7. JESUS

THE PATHWAY OF PROMOTION : UNDERSTANDING TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS **************************************************************** OUTLINE 1. ABRAHAM 2. JOSEPH 3. MOSES 4. DAVID 5. JOB 6. DANIEL 7. JESUS INTRODUCTION The Lord wants to lead His children in the pathway of promotion. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Heavenly Purposes For Filthy Lucre

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 18, 2016

What did Jesus teach about money?

Sermon Intro Why is money referred to as filthy lucre? Because we all sin, all money is tainted by sin of some kind. Is filthy lucre usable for heavenly purposes? Goal Let’s learn that filthy lucre can be used for heavenly purposes. Sermon Plan We will discuss a shrewd manager and his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Person And Purpose Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jun 11, 2007

A Pre-Pentecost Sermon

(Title Slide Up) This time twenty six years ago I was engaged in a search for a youth pastor position because I had a desire to spend a few years of my life serving God full-time. I did not realize or even expect to be a pastor 26 years later. I thought that I would be doing something else. Now, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-17

Denomination: Church Of God