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Finding Purpose
by Truth Network
After graduating from seminary, Russ was unsure of God's leading. He and his wife had been discussing the idea of beginning a new ministry geared toward men. Russ opened his Bible up to 2 Samuel 7, where he had left off the prior day. Verse 3 leapt off the page. It read, "Whatever you have in mind, go ahead and do it for the Lord is with you." At that moment, Finding Purpose was born. Russ says that "looking back, I can say that Finding Purpose was God-breathed by His Word."Since that moment in 2003, Finding Purpose has been all about helping men find their purpose in life. Augustine said it well: "O God, You made us for Yourself, and man's heart is restless until it rests in Thee!"
Episodes
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Ep.40 Israel's Vulnerability! - Hosea- Week 10
In this message, Russ Andrews explores Hosea 10 and the sobering consequences of turning away from God. Through the example of ancient Israel, he examines how we can abuse God's grace, deceive ourselves about our sin, and lose our reverence for His holiness and authority.Discover three important...
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Ep.39 Judgment Will Come! - Hosea- Week 9
On this episode of Finding Purpose with Russ Andrews, Russ continues his study of Hosea 9 with a powerful message on "The Honor of God." He explores what it means to honor God by trusting His Word, obeying His commands, and recognizing the weight and holiness of His name. Looking at Israel's...
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Ep.38 Willful Rebellion! - Hosea- Week 8
In this episode of Finding Purpose with Russ Andrews, Russ takes us into Hosea chapter 8 and explores the biblical warning to "sound the trumpet" when danger is approaching. Drawing from the role of the watchman in Scripture, he examines six ways Israel rebelled against God, including breaking…
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Ep.37 Godless Leadership! - Hosea- Week 7
In this episode of Finding Purpose, Russ Andrews takes us through Hosea 7 and examines four powerful pictures of Israel's sinful rebellion: a heated oven, a half-cooked pancake, a silly dove, and a treacherous bow. Through these images, we're reminded that God sees our sin, calls His people to...
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Ep.36 What Do You See? - Hosea- Week 6
In this episode of Finding Purpose with Russ Andrews, Russ continues his study of Hosea 6:4–6 and explores what it means to have a heart that is prone to wander from God. He discusses the incredible love, patience, and mercy of God, while also examining the danger of relying on religious rituals...
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Ep.35 Judgment and Mercy! - Hosea- Week 5
In this episode of Finding Purpose with Russ Andrews, Russ teaches from Hosea 5:1–6:3 about the consequences of disobedience and the importance of walking faithfully with God. He examines Israel's spiritual decline, the dangers of false teaching and pride, and the certainty of God's judgment when...
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Ep.34 When Knowledge is Rejected! - Hosea- Week 4
In this episode of Finding Purpose, Russ Andrews examines Hosea 4 and Jeremiah 23, exposing the dangers of false teachers and spiritual leaders who abandon God's Word. Russ explains how rejecting God leads to spiritual blindness and ultimately affects families and society. He challenges listeners...
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Ep.33 Justice and Mercy in Conflict! - Hosea- Week 3
In this episode of Finding Purpose, Russ Andrews continues his study of Hosea 2–3, exploring Israel's journey from judgment to restoration. Through Israel's unfaithfulness, God's discipline, and His enduring love, Russ shows how God's judgment is ultimately intended to lead people toward…
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Ep.32 A Match Made in Heaven! ! - Hosea- Week 2
In this episode of Finding Purpose with Russ Andrews, Russ takes us through Hosea chapters 1–2 to explore three important attributes of God: He is a God who speaks, a God who is holy and just, and a God who is merciful. Through the story of Hosea and Israel's rebellion, we are reminded of the...
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Ep.31 The Relentless Love of God! - Hosea- Week 1
Russ begins a journey through the story of Israel, tracing God's plan from Abraham and the formation of the nation through Moses, Joshua, the judges, and the kings. He explores Israel's repeated struggles with obedience, the division of the kingdom, and the spiritual decline that eventually led…
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Ep.30 The Light of the World!- John - Week 16
In this powerful message from John 8:12–30, Russ Andrews explores the ongoing battle between light and darkness and what it means when Jesus declares, "I am the Light of the World." Tracing the biblical story from Genesis to the cross, Russ reveals how God's plan has always been to rescue people...
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Ep.29 The Responses to Jesus' Claims! - John - Week 15
In this episode of Finding Purpose, Russ Andrews teaching from Matthew 7 and John 7, he explains that salvation is not about religion, good works, or church attendance it's about having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Discover why Jesus is the only way to the Father, the eternal...
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Ep.28 Hatred Towards Jesus Mounts! - John - Week 14
In this episode of Finding Purpose, Russ Andrews explores John 7:1–24 and asks one of life's most important questions: Do you know God? Through Jesus' teaching at the Feast of Tabernacles, Russ highlights three life-changing benefits of knowing God and walking in obedience to His Word. Discover…
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Ep.27 The Bread of Life!- John - Week 13
What are you truly hungry for? In this message from John 6, Russ Andrews explores Jesus' powerful declaration, "I am the Bread of Life," revealing why the things of this world can never satisfy the deepest needs of the human heart. Discover the difference between religion and a genuine…
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Ep.26 The Miracles of Jesus! - John - Week 12
Why does God allow His children to experience suffering? In this message, Russ Andrews examines Jesus walking on the water in John 6 to reveal how God uses life's storms to strengthen our faith, deepen our relationship with Christ, and shape us into His image. Through biblical examples and…
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Ep.25 Witnesses to the Deity of Christ! - John - Week 11
Is Jesus really more than a carpenter? In this powerful message from John 5:3–47, Russ Andrews examines the compelling evidence for Christ's divinity through the testimony of John the Baptist, Jesus' miracles, God the Father, and the Scriptures themselves. Drawing from the story of apologist Josh...
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Ep.24 Jesus' Claims About Himself! - John - Week 10
In this episode of Finding Purpose, Russ Andrews explores one of Christianity's most important questions: Who is Jesus really? Drawing from John 5 and the famous argument from C.S. Lewis, Russ examines the evidence that Jesus is either Lord, a liar, or a lunatic and why calling Him merely a great...
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Ep.23 The Savior of the World! - John - Week 9
In this episode of Finding Purpose, Russ Andrews examines the powerful story of the woman at the well from John 4 and asks a sobering question: If you were put on trial for being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you? Through Scripture and personal testimony, Russ explores…
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Ep.22 Jesus Satisfies Our Longings! - John - Week 8
In this episode of Finding Purpose, Russ Andrews explores John 4:1-26 and Jesus' encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well. Discover how Christ pursues us, offers the living water that satisfies our deepest needs, and invites us into a life of purpose, joy, and eternal hope.
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Ep.21 From John to Jesus! - John - Week 7
In this episode of Finding Purpose, Russ Andrews explores John 3:22–36 and the testimony of John the Baptist about Jesus Christ. Examining Jesus as the Son of God, the Bridegroom, and the One who came from heaven, Russ highlights why every person must answer the question, "Who is Jesus?" Discover...
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Ep.20 The New Birth! - John - Week 6
This sermon from Finding Purpose explores Jesus' conversation with Nicodemus in Gospel of John chapter 3 and the meaning of being "born again." The speaker explains that religious knowledge, morality, and outward belief cannot save a person apart from the transforming work of the Holy Spirit....
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Ep.19 What is God Like? (Part 2) - John - Week 5
In this powerful message from Finding Purpose Ministries, Russ Andrews explores John 2:12-25 through the imagery of Jesus as both the Lamb of God and the Lion of Judah. From the cleansing of the temple to the coming judgment of God, this teaching reveals how Christ's love and wrath are both…
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Ep.18 What is God Like? (Part 1) - John - Week 4
When the wine ran out at the wedding in Cana, Jesus revealed far more than His power to perform miracles. He revealed that He alone can bring true joy, hope, and transformation to empty lives. In this message from John 2, Russ Andrews explains how the miracle of turning water into wine points...
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Ep.17 The Lamb of God!-John-Week 3
Russ Andrews explores the powerful meaning behind "the Lamb of God" in Gospel of John 1:29. Tracing themes from Book of Genesis to Book of Revelation, this teaching reveals how Jesus fulfills God's plan as our substitute, the sacrifice for sin, and the center of worship in heaven. Discover how…
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Ep.16 Who is Jesus-John-Week 2
In this powerful message from John chapter 1, Russ Andrews explores the arrival of Jesus as the true light in a dark world. Drawing from the story of Charles Haddon Spurgeon and the prophecy of Isaiah, this teaching reveals how Christ overcomes darkness, offers salvation, and calls every believer...
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Ep.15 You Must Be Born Again! - John - Week 1
Who is Jesus? In this episode, Russ Andrews explores John 1 to reveal Christ as the eternal Word fully God and fully man. Discover how He is the source of life, the light in the darkness, and the key to knowing God personally.
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Ep.14 How to Know the Unknown God - Acts 17:22-31
In this episode of Finding Purpose, Russ Andrews explores Acts 17 to reveal how we can truly know God—not through religion, but through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Discover what it means to move from head knowledge to heart transformation and find your true purpose.
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Ep 13- A Call to Return A Reason for Hope! - Hosea
In Hosea 14, Russ Andrews shares how true repentance and faith work together to bring healing, freedom, and restoration. More than words, repentance is a genuine turning back to God eading to a renewed life rooted in Him.
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Ep 12- A Nation of Bloodshed! - Hosea
Russ Andrews walks through Hosea 13 to reveal a sobering trutsin leads to judgment but God's mercy is never out of reach. Drawing connections to Habakkuk and the broader story of Scripture, this episode explores the pattern of blessing, pride, rebellion, and consequence seen in Israel and still...
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Ep. 11 - Israel - The Deceiver - Hosea
In this episode of Finding Purpose with Russ Andrews, we explore Hosea 11&12 and God's indictment against Israel's deception, pride, and misplaced trust. This message calls us to learn from their failure, return to God's Word, and place our hope fully in Jesus Christ.
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Ep 10 - God's Intense Love for Israel! - Hosea
In this episode of Finding Purpose, Russ Andrews explores the powerful message of God's love through Hosea chapter 11. He explains how God's love is unconditional, patient, merciful, and unchanging even when people turn away from Him. Looking at Israel's story and the example of the cross, Russ...
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Ep 8 - Willful Rebellion! - Hosea
In this episode of Finding Purpose with Russ Andrews, we dive into Hosea chapter 8 and the biblical role of the watchman. Drawing powerful parallels between Paul Revere's warning ride and God's prophets, Russ explains how God lovingly sends warnings before judgment. We examine Israel's rebellion,...
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Ep 7 - Godless Leadership! - Hosea
In this episode of Finding Purpose, you will walk through Hosea chapter 7, revealing four powerful images God uses to describe Israel's unrepentant heart. Through Scripture, we're challenged to examine our own lives, confront compromise, and rediscover what it means to live faithfully before God…
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Ep 6 - Who Do You See_ - Hosea
In this episode of Finding Purpose, Russ Andrews walks through Hosea 6:4–6, revealing God's patient, steadfast love toward hearts that are prone to wander. Through Scripture and personal testimony, Russ shows that God desires mercy over ritual and a genuine relationship over empty religion....
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Ep 5 - The Consequences of Disobedience
In this episode of Finding Purpose with Russ Andrews, we explore Hosea 5–6 and Hebrews 12, examining the consequences of disobedience and God's loving discipline, and how repentance leads to forgiveness, restoration, and true joy.
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Ep 4 Woe to Those That Lead My Sheep Astray - Hosea
Russ Andrews delivers a sobering and biblically grounded message from Hosea 4 and Jeremiah 23, warning against false shepherds who lead God's people astray. Drawing parallels between ancient Israel and modern society, Russ explains how spiritual decline begins when God's Word is rejected…
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Ep 3 - The Journey From Judgement to Restoration - Hosea
Russ Andrews continues the study of Hosea, focusing on chapter 2 and the journey from judgment to restoration. Through Israel's unfaithfulness and God's righteous discipline, we see His relentless love and desire to bring His people to repentance. The message highlights how God uses judgment not…
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Ep. 2 - Hosea
Welcome to Finding Purpose with Russ Andrews—where we glorify God by helping you discover His purpose for your life. In this episode, Russ teaches from Hosea 1–2:1 to reveal what God is really like: a God who speaks, judges justly, and shows mercy. Learn more or support the ministry at...
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Ep 1 - The Story of Israel
On Finding Purpose with Russ Andrews, we trace the powerful story of Israel — from Abraham's calling to the events of October 7, 2023. Why has God allowed such deep suffering for His chosen people? What role does Israel play in His plan? Discover how God's purposes unfold through history, and how...
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A Living Sacifice
Finding Purpose with Russ Andrews is a show dedicated to glorifying God and helping listeners discover their true calling through the lens of Scripture. In this episode, Russ explores Romans 12:1-2, highlighting what it means to present our lives as living sacrifices to God. He also shares the...
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The Mystery of Israel's Future
The "Finding Purpose" broadcast with Russ Andrews focuses on guiding people toward their true purpose in life through the knowledge of God and biblical wisdom. In this broadcast today Russ focuses on Romans chapter 11, discussing God's plan of salvation for a remnant of Jews and Gentiles, the...
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The Mystery of the Olive Tree
The "Finding Purpose" ministry, led by Russ Andrews, seeks to guide people toward their true purpose through biblical teachings. In his message, "The Mystery of the Olive Tree," he explores the spiritual redemption of Israel and the Gentiles according to Romans chapters 9-11. He highlights how...
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Finding Purpose-Romans with Russ Andrews episode 19
Today, Russ Andrews brings our ninetieth lesson from the book of Romans.
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Finding Purpose-Romans with Russ Andrews episode 18
Today, Russ Andrews brings our eighteenth lesson from the book of Romans.
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After graduating from seminary, Russ was unsure of God's leading. He and his wife had been discussing the idea of beginning a new ministry geared toward men. Russ opened his Bible up to 2 Samuel 7, where he had left off the prior day. Verse 3 leapt off the page. It read, "Whatever you have in mind, go ahead and do it for the Lord is with you." At that moment, Finding Purpose was born. Russ says that "looking back, I can say that Finding Purpose was God-breathed by His Word."Since that moment in 2003, Finding Purpose has been all about helping men find their purpose in life. Augustine said it well: "O God, You made us for Yourself, and man's heart is restless until it rests in Thee!"
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After graduating from seminary, Russ was unsure of God's leading. He and his wife had been discussing the idea of beginning a new ministry geared toward men. Russ opened his Bible up to 2 Samuel 7, where he had left off the prior day. Verse 3 leapt off the page. It read, "Whatever you have in mind,...
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