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The Four Faces Of Obedience

Contributed by John Gaston on May 17, 2023

Christianity is not just a set of beliefs. James said the demons believe and tremble, but their belief doesn't save them, because they don't OBEY God. Our faith should cause us to walk, stand, live, and obey.

THE FOUR FACES OF OBEDIENCE Gen. 22:1-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. There are times when even doing what is right seems like it will backfire on you. Old habits are hard to break. 2. One guy invariably left off the cap to the toothpaste and for years his wife had hounded him about it. Finally, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Liberty

Contributed by Larry Grant on Feb 25, 2024

Believers are called to live in the liberty that Christ has secured for them, standing firm in this truth and rejecting any form of legalism or works-based righteousness that would undermine the sufficiency of Christ's redemptive work.

Galatians 5:1 (NKJV) LIBERTY February 25, 2024 Galatians 5:1 is a powerful verse in the New Testament that encapsulates a key theme of the letter to the Galatians written by the apostle Paul. In this verse, Paul addresses the issue of freedom in Christ and warns against falling back into slavery ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1, Galatians 4:19, Galatians 4:24

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis Chapter Twenty-One Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 13, 2023

These are thoughts on Genesis Chapter Twenty-One. In his work, "What does every Bible chapter say..." John Hunt gives an overview of each chapter of the Bible. It is my intention to do the same thing here.

GENESIS CHAPTER TWENTY-ONE OVERVIEW Overall what is happening in this chapter is that Isaac the promised child is born which causes strife between Hagar and Sarah. Thomas Coke (1801) – Genesis 21 Isaac is born, is circumcised and weaned. At Sarah's request Hagar is driven out; to whom, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith: Learning To Believe In What You Believe

Contributed by Perry Fowler on May 11, 2022

Abraham teaches us what it takes to walk with God by faith. Where do I start? Abraham shows us that trusting God begins when I:

In the records of American History during the gold rush days there is a story about a family that was crossing the Arizona desert on their way to California. As they traveled across the hot and blistering desert, water supplies grew scarce and all the family could see was the blinding haze of heat ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Grass Roots Rules About Looking For Greener Grass” A Simple Lesson About Contentment Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on May 11, 2022

Thinking the grass is greener on the other side of the fence? Here's three grassroots rules about wealth that will help us find contentment:

Have you ever heard the phrase, “The grass is greener on the other side of the fence?” It’s tempting to think that other people’s circumstances are better than yours isn’t it? When I was growing up, I would often go to church camp. If you’ve ever had camp food you’ve learned that it “Ain’t ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Spirituality (7 Of 7)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 1, 2022

In this series, “What is Spirituality”, we want to look at what constitutes being spiritual.

In this passage of scripture, Peter tells us a number of things we need to add to our faith, such as: VIRTUE, KNOWLEDGE, TEMPERANCE, and he tells us we also need to add PATIENCE. Patience give us a difficult time. After all, we are the society that invented: • Fast food • Microwaves • The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

Leaving A Place

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 8, 2022

In Genesis 12 and 13 we learn two valuable lessons.

• In Genesis 12:10-20, Abraham is seen leaving Canaan (The Promised Land) during A TIME OF FAMINE to go to Egypt (a picture of the world). • In Genesis 13 we see Abraham recognizing his mistake of going to Egypt, and returning back to Canaan land. It was a big mistake for Abraham to leave Canaan ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Hear The Call Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Sep 8, 2022

In his stubborn struggles, Abraham manages to hang on to faith. This is because his journey with God began with a call.

HEAR THE CALL Genesis 12:1-8 Introduction In Recovery Month we are engaging the Scriptures through the eyes of recovery so that… We can acknowledge all of us are in recovery from something. Jonathan Benz “…The case can be made on both statistical and existential grounds that the addicts in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Had Much To Teach Abraham About Worship

Contributed by Lee Houston on May 3, 2021

God had much to teach Abraham so where did God to start, God started where Abraham was and took him to where God wanted Abraham to be next. He does that with people of faith.

God had much to teach Abraham about worship Central idea of sermon: God had much to teach Abraham so where did God to start, God started where Abraham was and took him to where God wanted Abraham to be next. He does that with people of faith. A. On Sunday mornings, we go to church, but do we ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19, Matthew 22:32

The Divine Election Of Israel - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 11, 2024

The Divine Election of Israel - Part 2

Tonight, we will continue our study of Romans Chapter 9. Last week, we opened the study of these vital three chapters, Romans chapters 9-11, as a critical understanding of Israel and her relationship to the new covenant and the church today. And last week, we saw how Paul was in travail over ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:6-13

Denomination: Brethren

Abram And Sarai Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Oct 10, 2024

God’s plan would revolve around the history of one man and woman – Abram and Sarai. They will become the nucleus of his hands-on Plan of Redemption.

October 12, 2024 After Adam and Eve sinned, they were promised a Deliverer – a Savior – who would undo what they had done. Meanwhile, the sin weed grew and flourished until – “every inclination of the thoughts of the human heart was only evil all the time.” It was pruned briefly by the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-9, Hebrews 7:1-17, James 2:17

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

In God's Time PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 27, 2024

Explores the importance of patience and trust in God's promises, using the story of Abraham and Hagar as an example.

Welcome, beloved friends, to our sanctuary of solace and strength, our haven of hope and harmony. Today, we gather under the shelter of God's love and grace, united in our shared desire to understand His word and His will for our lives. We are not here by chance, but by divine appointment. So, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Topics: Promise, Abraham, Hagar

Importance Of Believer’s Unity 1corinthians 1:10 Series

Contributed by Nelson Thomas on Sep 3, 2020

Apostle Paul pleading with the believer’s in Corinth to maintain unity. Why is it so important?

IMPORTANCE OF BELIEVER’S UNITY 1Corinthians 1:10 "Now I plead with you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10

Denomination: Brethren

Appeal For Christian Unity Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Mar 20, 2017

Paul appeals to the Corinthian church to unify. He pleads for unity of word and unity of action.

Introduction A. Two taxidermists stopped in front of a window where an owl was on display. They immediately began to criticize the way it was mounted. Its eyes were not natural; its wings were not in proportion with its head; its feathers were not neatly arranged; and its feet could be improved. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Would I Lie To You? (Abraham On Honesty And Lying)

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 3, 2006

This passage uses Abraham’s deception as a chance to look at why we fudge the truth so often and what the consequences of our lies are.

- Lies are a common part of our everyday lives. In fact, some of us believe that we can’t function in society without telling our share of “little white lies.” - Abraham here demonstrates aptly for us both the reasons we lie and the consequences of our untruths. WHY WE LIE: 1. We get stuck in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:1-14

Denomination: Baptist