Sermons on Abraham Looked For A City:

Are You A Spiritual Pilgrim Or Tourist?

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Jul 15, 2004

Abraham is shown to be a spiritual Pilgrim on his journey to the City of God, as seen in his Call to a New Life, his Response by Faith, his Courageous Commitment, his Persistence in Difficulty and in Reaching his Goal.

Istanbul, formerly the historic Constantinople, was an early centre of Christianity. One of the tourist attractions is the huge building called the Aghia Sophia. The guide summarised its history as a church, then a mosque and now a tourist attraction, like this: 800 years dedicated to Christ; ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Communion Meditation No. 5_the Fourfold Look Series

Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Jul 23, 2005

When we come to the Lord’s table, we need to take a fourfold look. Look back to His crucifixion, look within ourselves, look around at our brothers & sisters, look ahead to the Lord’s coming again.

Compiled by: Herman Abrahams (Pastor), Cornerstone Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 740, Westridge 7802, Rep. of South Africa. E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been blessed with this sermon compilation, I would be honoured to receive an e-mail from you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-32

Denomination: Charismatic

The Two Witnesses And Destruction Of Jerusalem Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 28, 2017

The church is the temple of the Holy Spirit today; that is, believers (not a building) are the temple of the Holy Spirit.

By: Tom Lowe Date: 7-4-16 Lesson: III.C.9.b: The Two Witnesses and Destruction of Jerusalem (11:1-13) ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Seventh Bowl: Great Earthquake, Great City Divided, Babylon Is Remembered Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 1, 2018

Here we have another solemn picture of the final judgment of God. The whole world is caught up in it. The great city collapses, every city is destroyed, Babylon the Great receives its final judgment. Later, John will relate a more vivid account of the . .

Commentary on the Book of Revelation By: Tom Lowe Date: 5/9/17 Topic # IV: VISIONS OF JUDGMENT AGAINST ROME (12:1-19:21) Subtopic B: THE SEVEN BOWLS OF WRATH (15:1-16:21) Lesson: IV.B.8: Seventh bowl: ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

Obedience And Blessing Series

Contributed by James Webster on Apr 18, 2015

A lot of people are living their lives short of being what God wants them to be. They have heard the message they have left their land of “UR” but for some reason they have never got all the way over into Canaan, the blessing of blessing, victory and spiritual plenty.

MESSAGE SERIES “Look to the Stars”- Message I The Life of Abraham God keeps His promises; we must remain obedient to Him even when the future isn’t clear.” TODAY We are going to talk about the connection with Obedience and Blessing. ABRAHAM COMES ON THE SCENE IN GENESIS ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:27-32

Denomination: Nazarene

Responding To God's Silence Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Feb 2, 2009

How to respond when God is silent? What is your vision about your life? Do you think God is silent and you have not achieved anything? God is working on our behalf even when we feel he is silent towards us!

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Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

For A Few Good Men

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 28, 2009

Abraham

FRIEND OF GOD (GENESIS 18:1-8, 16-33) An English publication offered a prize for the best definition of a friend. Among the thousands of entries received were the following: “One who multiplies joys, divides grief”; “One who understands our silence”; “A volume of sympathy bound in cloth”; and “A ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Let Us Never Forget

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 31, 2011

On this Memorial Day, let us never forget the costs of our civil and spiritual freedom. This message calls us to action to keep a fresh view of these freedoms in mind.

Let Us Never Forget Hebrews 12:1-3 * (VIDEO – “For Freedom A Memorial Day Tribute) The last phrase gives us divine direction, “We set aside our differences to remember, to honor, and to thank those who have given everything that we might be free.” * Over a million people ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

God's Promises, And The Birthright Of Salvation

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 30, 2024

GOD’S Promises to Abraham continue in Genesis 25. From Abraham to Isaac to Jacob. While Jacob receives the birthright from his older brother Esau. The true Birthright of Salvation is given through the ONLY BEGOTTEN SON OF GOD, JESUS CHRIST, in WHOM we have the Promise of Eternal Life.

2024.06.30.Sermon Notes. GOD'S PROMISES AND THE BIRTHRIGHT OF SALVATION. ABRAHAM & ISAAC, ISAAC & JACOB. GOD’S PROMISES CONTINUE WITH THE BIRTHRIGHT. William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: GOD’S PROMISES TO ABRAHAM CONTINUE. ABRAHAM TO ISAAC TO JACOB. BUT THE BIRTHRIGHT IS GIVEN THROUGH THE ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:1-34, Hebrews 12:14-17, Ezekiel 38:13-17, James 4:3, Matthew 7:7-8, Isaiah 65:24, John 3:16, Romans 6:23, John 1:12-13, Galatians 4:4-7, Isaiah 53:3, Deuteronomy 30:11-20, Matthew 16:24-27, Romans 10:9-10, Romans 10:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Will We Know Each Other In Heaven Series

Contributed by Coz Von on Aug 29, 2017

will we recognize each other with glorified bodies?

Over the years several people have asked me the interesting question, “Will we know each other in heaven?” I’m confident that the answer to that question is yes, for several reasons. First, consider the fact that God will resurrect us physically at His second coming. There’s plenty of evidence for ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"it Begins And Ends With Israel" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 3, 2020

I want you to imagine for a moment that someone says to you, “John Grisham’s new book is the best I have ever read.” You have to read it right away.

FUTURE TENSE “It Begins and Ends with Israel” Genesis 12:1-9 I want you to imagine for a moment that someone says to you, “John Grisham’s new book is the best I have ever read.” You have to read it right away. So you take your friend’s advice, you buy the book, get comfortable and begin to read. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving When The Water Is Over Your Head

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 13, 2009

Jonah found himself in one of the worst jams I can think of. But Jonah made it to the place of thanksgiving. Let’s look into God’s Word, and see how he got there.

Thanksgiving When the Water Is Over Your Head Jonah 2:1-10 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Nov. 22, 2009 *Thinking about Thanksgiving, let me ask you to turn to the Old Testament Book of Jonah. Almost everybody knows the story of Jonah. It’s one of the first Bible stories we ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Tower Of Babel Series

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Jun 22, 2014

Seven lessons we can learn from the story of the Tower of Babel.

BASIC BIBLE STORIES The Tower of Babel (Genesis 11:1 – 11:9) What can we learn from the story of the Tower of Babel? 1. Man NATURALLY disobeys God Genesis 8:21 says, “…the imagination of man's heart is evil from his youth; neither will I again smite any more every thing living, as I have ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9, Psalm 51:5, Genesis 8:21, Romans 3:23, Genesis 9:1, 1 Timothy 1:15, Romans 8:1, 1 Peter 3:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Friend

Contributed by Victor Yap on Sep 10, 2013

Abraham

GOD’S FRIEND (GENESIS 18:1-8, 16-33) An English publication offered a prize for the best definition of a friend. Among the thousands of entries received were the following: “One who multiplies joys, divides grief”; “One who understands our silence”; “A volume of sympathy bound in cloth”; and “A ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Church That Jesus Built

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Apr 30, 2016

We need to be sure our church baised on Jesus Christ

THE CHURCH THAT JESUS BUILT Matthew 16: 18 And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. When believers face the fact the church is the body bride and building of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Baptist