Sermons on A Brother:

Grief, Guilt, Grudge! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 6, 2009

Because the three G’s, grief, guilt, and grudge, will happen in our lives, are we clinging to the Big G, God, for answers?

Are you grieving because you lost a loved one? Do you have guilt because you did something wrong? Do you have a grudge because someone hurt you? Maybe you are struggling with all three; you are grieving, you have guilt, and you have a grudge! The message this morning provides an answer to all ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 42:1-38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Hand In Our Redemption Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Sep 21, 2009

In Boaz, we see a picture of our kinsman-redeemer, Jesus Christ.

For free, weekly sermons by email, please contact [email protected], or visit Jonathan’s blog: http://jonathan-mcleod.blogspot.com/] REVIEW • The book of Ruth takes place “when the judges ruled” (1:1). • Elimelech and Naomi move from Bethlehem (“house of bread”) to Moab to escape a ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Forgive - God Will Turn The Evil Into Good

Contributed by Don Schultz on Jan 21, 2013

Here's a major reason why you can forgive...

Genesis 45 THE HARDEST THING IN THE WORLD TO DO Monday What is the most difficult thing in the world to do? Do you know what it is? Answers.yahoo.com says that this thing I want to talk about today is, quote - "one of the most difficult things you can do." Wikihow.com says the same thing - "one of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:3-15

Denomination: Lutheran

(1) Joseph The Dreamer Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Aug 13, 2020

The events of chapter 42 of Genesis is the occasion for the fulfillment of God’s promise to Abraham and also the fulfillment of the dreams of Joseph mentioned in Gen. 37: 6-7.

(1) Joseph the dreamer. Genesis 37:1-11 Sheaves of the Field and Stars of the Sky Now these things happened to them as examples, and they were written as a warning to us, on whom the ends of the ages have come. 1 Cor.10:11 And God said to Abram, “Know for certain that your descendants will be ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Reunion And Reconciliation In Egypt Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 7, 2017

The Life of Joseph Reunion and Reconciliation in Egypt Genesis 42-47

The Life of Joseph Reunion and Reconciliation in Egypt Genesis 42-47 David Taylor November 20, 2016 We finish up our series on “The Life of Joseph” next week and start our Advent series, “Rediscovering Joy” during the month of December. Today’s message, “Reunion ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

#14 -- Unity Series

Contributed by Derek Melanson on Dec 19, 2006

Living in unity means living as a priesthood consecrated to encourage one another in the path of faith--therein lies God’s blessing.

“Songs for the Road #14: Unity” Psalm 133, Ephesians 4: 1 – 6 Brotherly Unity? Psalm 133 talks about brothers (and sisters!) getting along and enjoying a sense of unity. Well, I grew up as an only child and so I never had brothers and sisters. I don’t know from experience what it’s like. I can ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Character On Trial Series

Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Jul 24, 2006

The sixth message in a series from the life of Joseph

Trinity Baptist Church July 23, 2006 Series: Character on Display Character on Trial Genesis 43:1-45:15 In the last century, Elbert Hubbard wrote, “the final test of greatness lies in being able to endure contemptuous treatment without resentment.” We’ll watch today as Joseph passes that ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph And Benjamin. Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Oct 22, 2020

We find that in 43:1-14 Jacob tell his sons to go back to Egypt and buy a “little grain” as their stocks are almost over. The sons refuse to get back unless Benjamin is with them.

Joseph and Benjamin. Genesis 43:1-34 Chapter 43 of Genesis serves at least two functions. First, it reveals the fears of Jacob and his sons to be entirely groundless. The best that these men could hope for was the release of Simeon and their safe return. (verse 14). Little did these men know ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 43:1-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Carpenter’s Toolbelt

Contributed by Johnny Knight on Jan 29, 2010

You and I are God’s "tools". While we have our flaws, each of us has a purpose, ability, and a task to perform. Won’t you let God use you today?

THE CARPENTER’S TOOLBELT Text: Romans 12:4-5 "Just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others." Wow, the body of Christ...the Church. A mystery wrapped up ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:4-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sadness In God’s Heart

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 8, 2023

God is sad looking at our lives. We relax or hide when we are supposed to go to battle. When we need to hide, we go to war. We are off season and out of season with God. We preach when we have to pray. We pray when we have to preach.

God is sad looking at our lives. We relax or hide when we are supposed to go to battle. When we need to hide, we go to war. We are off season and out of season with God. We preach when we have to pray. We pray when we have to preach. We don’t grasp the move of the Holy Spirit. We laugh when we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11

Joseph's Reveal (Genesis 45)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 28, 2024

After family abuse and betrayal, can we learn to forgive? Let's look at Genesis 45.

After suffering family abuse, false imprisonment, 13 years’ separation, and thoughts of vengeful deception, did Joseph finally come to a place of forgiveness and reconciliation? Have we? Do we trust God to reward patient faithfulness after abuse and betrayal? Let's look at Genesis 45. Did ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Remodeling - Dealing With An Imperfect Family Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 2, 2001

Originally from a series entitled, "When Life is the Pits : A Study of the LIfe of Joseph." Insights on how Joseph was faithful to God even in an imperfect family.v

The term dysfunctional is used quite often today in regard to families. The word refers to the sense of disintegration produced in a family where there is a lot of hurt. From a Christian perspective it is a home that is not functioning as God intended. It could be the result of divorce, lack of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Anger Management Series

Contributed by David Heflin on Jun 13, 2007

The sermon looks at the devastating effect of anger on Christian relationships and the high calling of Christian relationships.

Anger Management Matt. 5:21-26 PSCOC 5/6/07 Introduction: Minor League Manager looses it! I watched a minor league manager completely loose control when a base runner was called safe on a steal. He disagreed. So, he came out and began yelling in the umpire’s face, which is sometimes just ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dealing With An Imperfect Family Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 19, 2001

Insights on how Joseph was faithful to God even in an imperfect family.

When Life is the Pits A Study of the Life of Joseph Sermon # 1 “Dealing with an Imperfect Family.” Genesis 37: 1-11 The term dysfunctional is used quite often today in regard to families. The word refers to the sense of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Act In Love

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Feb 15, 2021

The reasons to stop passing judgment on one another There reasons to “ACT IN LOVE” To act in love means we see the person as someone for whom Christ died.

Act in Love (Romans 14:13-15) 13 Therefore let us stop passing judgment on one another. Instead, make up your mind not to put any stumbling block or obstacle in the way of a brother or sister. 14 I am convinced, being fully persuaded in the Lord Jesus, that nothing is unclean in itself. But if ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:13-15, Romans 14:1-12, 2 Corinthians 5:14-17, 1 John 4:16-17

Denomination: Baptist