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