Sermons on abimelechs tyranny:

Faith For Success In Face Of Oppostion Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017

What to do when you lose

A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 26:17-34 Why the World Opposes Us • We convict them of their sin • We work by principles • Our success embarrasses them • Christians have done dumb things • Christians have sinned (Gen. 12:10-20; 20:1-18; 26:6-16) 1. Why was Isaac in the desert? “Abimelech said . . . ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:17-34

Denomination: Baptist

El Olam- How To Live Above Your Problems Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 30, 2018

This is the 8th sermon in the "Knowing God" series.

Series: Knowing God [#8] EL OLAM- HOW TO LIVE ABOVE YOUR PROBLEMS Genesis 21:33 Introduction: We now come to the 7th name through which we can get to know God more intimately- El Olam. The Hebrew word Olam means eternal. When you combine Olam with El, God Eternal or God of Eternity. Abraham ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:33

Denomination: Baptist

Between Laughter And The Power Of Faith

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Aug 31, 2021

The gap between God's Word and his promises, and its fulfillment in your life, is always tied to your development in faith.

Between Laughter and the Power of Faith “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. 2 This is what the ancients were commended for. 3 By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-12, Genesis 15:17, James 1:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ministry Of The Armor Bearer

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on May 23, 2007

Describes how we need modern day armor bearer’s to stand with our church leaders/pastors

THE MINISTRY OF THE ARMOR BEARER (part 1) Various Passages Introduction A couple of weeks ago, I preached on being part of the body You and I have been given special talents and enablements, spiritual gifts to operate in the body of Christ We all need each other…every member must be a vital ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

How To Serve God Without Really Trying Series

Contributed by Joel Smith on Oct 13, 2008

You must learn to ride the waves that God raises up.

One of my favorite college instructors was a history professor named Dr. Oakley. I loved his Western Civilization classes because of the unique perspective he brought to the subject. He was also one of my favorites because he empathized with his students. On the first day of class I was ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Matter Of Trust

Contributed by Paul Richard on Jun 8, 2020

iota of trust makes or mars a relationship. The human trust cannot stand a test of time. Let us sign up with God for He is dependable and never fails.

I. Trust is a foundation of a relationship. A relationship could be of husband/wife, parents/children, commander/soldiers, employer/employees, pastor/congregation, politician/electorates or mentor/mentees among others. That pivotal role a foundation plays in a building is the same as trust in a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:2-5, Judges 7:2-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sin Seeds Of The Father Grow In The Son Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017

The sins of the father pop up in the lives of his sons

A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 26:1-16 Why Sons Repeat the Weaknesses of Their Father 1. Think they got away with it. 2. Think it made them great. 3. Subconscious; sons don’t realize it. 4. Think it makes them happy. 5. Their sinful nature drives them. 6. Think they can’t help it. “A severe ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Sin Seeds Of The Father Grow In The Son: Lesson 2

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 4, 2013

Sins trickle down generations

A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 26:1-16 Why Sons Repeat the Weaknesses of Their Father 1. Think they got away with it. 2. Think it made them great. 3. Subconscious; sons don’t realize it. 4. Think it makes them happy. 5. Their sinful nature ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Faith For Success In Face Of Opposition: Lesson 3

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 4, 2013

Be faithful in spite of difficulties

A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 26:17-34 Why the World Opposes Us • We convict them of their sin • We work by principles • Our success embarrasses them • Christians have done dumb things • Christians have sinned (Gen. 12:10-20; 20:1-18; 26:6-16) 1. Why was Isaac in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:17-34

Denomination: Baptist

It's All Small Stuff Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Oct 26, 2003

Isaac

IT’S ALL SMALL STUFF (GEN 26:12-33) Snoopy, Charlie Brown’s dog, was having one of those lazy, carefree days doing nothing as he plopped his stomach on the floor in his kennel and then walked around aimlessly and restlessly, sighing in his thoughts: “I’m growing old, and I’ve never done anything. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:12-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

It's All Small Stuff Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 18, 2007

Isaac

IT’S ALL SMALL STUFF (GENESIS 26:12-33) Snoopy, Charlie Brown’s dog, was having one of those lazy, carefree days doing nothing as he plopped his stomach on the floor in his kennel and then walked around aimlessly and restlessly, sighing in his thoughts: “I’m growing old, and I’ve never done ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:12-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Just Like Us (Part Two)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Feb 22, 2019

We all make mistakes. None of us are perfect and that includes those in the bible. Those great men and women of faith did some remarkable things but they had their flaws too. Today we'll look at Abraham and Joshua and see how they are just like us.

JUST LIKE US (part two) Recap: Last week we looked at the fact that although we all make mistakes it isn't easy to admit it. Sometimes we make the mistake of looking at celebrities in an elevated way that portrays them as larger than life and almost too perfect. Therefore we conclude that they ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8, Genesis 12:10-13, Genesis 13:1-2, Genesis 20:1-16, Joshua 7:6-11, Joshua 9:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Suicide Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 13, 2023

In this lesson, we shall learn what the Bible says about suicide.

Introduction I am starting a series of messages that I am calling, “What Does the Bible Say About…?” I plan to tackle various topics, such as suicide, homosexuality, what happens after death, speaking in tongues, divorce, remarriage, and so on. These messages will not be an exposition of a ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:15-20, Judges 9:50-55, Matthew 27:3-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Can God Bless Me? Series

Contributed by Larry Sarver on Jun 11, 2002

A message on how God can bless his people despite the situation, their sins, or opposition.

Genesis Series #50 June 16, 2002 Title: Can God Bless Me? Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info Welcome to New life in Christ. Today we continue with message #50 in our verse-by-verse study of the Book of Genesis. Read Genesis 26:1-33 Opening Prayer Perhaps you ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Will Still Be God, No Matter What I Do!!

Contributed by David Richardson on Jan 30, 2004

God wants to be master and Lord of our lives, but, God will still be God, no matter what I do!!

God will still be God, no matter what I do!! Have you ever walked into a meeting and notice someone say, “Well, now that he’s here we can finally get started.” Or, have you waited to get an important paper signed or stamped and knew you couldn’t do anything else until you got that paper signed or ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:1-18

Denomination: Calvary Chapel