Introduction

• Luke 7:28-30 – The Pharisees rejected God’s purpose.
• II Timothy 3:10 – Timothy had seen Paul living with purpose.
• Matthew 6:33 – Seek God first.
• Matthew 16:26; 22:37-39
• Acts 17:26
• I Corinthians 10:31

Purpose gives me the correct way to view the world and make decisions

• Joshua 24:14-15 – Joshua’s purpose was serving the Lord.
• I Peter 3:8-9
• I Thessalonians 4:3
• Many decisions are already decided for us if we have the right purpose.

Purpose allows me to fulfill my greatest potential

• Matthew 1:21
• John 12:27 – Jesus knew His purpose and was prepared to fulfill His greatest potential.
• Philippians 1:21-24
• What’s the best way for me to live my life? What is my greatest potential?
• Acts 20:27 – Paul fulfilled His purpose with them.
• II Timothy 4:6-8
• I Corinthians 15:58
• I Peter 4:1

Purpose brings true joy to my life

• Hebrews 12:2
• Philippians 3:5, 19-20; 4:4