Sermons on Abraham's Bosom: showing 466-480 of 31,725

The God That Promises Is The God That Performs

Contributed by Shane Brooks on May 5, 2005

While Abraham was old he did not consider his own body now dead---Neither the deadness of Sarah’s womb.

This morning talk about--- Where does God want me to be What does God want me to be Where does God want me to be God has a road he wants us to go down---- We’ve taken the wrong exit Like men- afraid to ask directions There are some pot holes- curves- construction Phillipians 3:13-17 Paul’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Seed Series

Contributed by Dwight Jones on May 12, 2005

This message and those that follow it are born out of study that I have been doing in preparation for a book that I will be writing in the coming months. Abram is one of the most colorful personalities in the Bible. I have often been intrigued with God’

The Seed Genesis 3:14-15 (KJV) And the Lord God said unto the serpent, Because thou hast done this, thou art cursed above all cattle, and above every beast of the field; upon thy belly shalt thou go, and dust shalt thou eat all the days of thy life: [15] And I will put enmity between thee and the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:14-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Ultimate Choice Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Aug 8, 2005

God’s test of Abraham illustrates the ultimate choice that everyone must make. Will we allow anything to stand between us and God?

The Ultimate Choice Genesis 22:1-14 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Some choices are hard to make. But sometimes hard choices have to be made. The 1989 movie Indian Jones and the Last Crusade has a classic scene near the end. The Last Crusade is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Melchizedek Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 18, 2005

Melchizedek is one of the most mysterious people in the Old Testament, but he holds the key why Jesus is a better high priest than one born of Aaron. Also learn how Jesus knows all of your needs before you do.

Once someone’s mind is made up it is very difficult sometimes to change it. Back in the 15th century the world’s leaders and scientists were convinced that earth was flat because, after all, when you look out towards the horizon it looks flat. People were executed for doubting this principal. It ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How The Holy Spirit Can Lead You As He Led Abraham

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Holy Spirit gave Abraham great hope, buoyant expectations and an upbeat attitude about God’s will for His life, regardless of the outward circumstances. The Bible says, "Abraham was waiting expectantly and confidently as he looked forward to the city

How the Holy Spirit Will Lead You as He Led Abraham (Gen 15:1-20) Illustration: Into the shell of an oyster a tiny grain of sand finds its way. "The intruder, though microscopic, is a source of irritation and pain to the soft body of the oyster. Unable to rid itself of the unwelcome pebble, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Are No Shortcuts Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 16, 2016

When we try to do things our way instead of relying on God's promises, we only make a mess of things.

My dad was the king of shortcuts. While others stuck to the major roads, he took the back streets to avoid busy intersections throughout Tokyo where we lived. My dad had such a knack for finding these shortcuts that even the Japanese members of his congregation started to ask him the quickest way ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Finish Strong! Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 30, 2016

God comes to encourage Sarah to finish strong her journey of faith and not to give up on the promise that she would have a son.

What mistake do you suppose most runners make when they race long distances for the first time? Yeah, they start too fast. They’ll zip around the first corner of the track, but halfway down the backside they start to fade. At first the coaches will yell: “Pace yourself!” Then when ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Abraham: A Journey Of Faith - Setting A Peacemaker Pace Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Sep 25, 2016

God's promises make it so that we don't have to cut others off to get ahead. We already have heaven so we can afford to be generous to others.

We’ve all seen those drivers—the ones that keep changing lanes because they believe this will catapult them ahead of traffic so they arrive at their destination a whole two minutes faster! These lane weavers put others at risk because of their self-centered drive to get ahead. Not ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

What Does Scripture Say? Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 9, 2012

The study seeks to learn how Abraham was saved. If we determine the answer to this question, we will know precisely how we may be saved.

“What does the Scripture say? ‘Abraham believed God, and it was counted to him as righteousness.’” [1] If you have walked in the Faith for very long, you will have been challenged by some dear soul who does not believe the truths of Christ the Lord. Such benighted souls ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:3

Denomination: Baptist

“called To Live A Life Of Faith “ Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Jul 10, 2014

Journey of Faith, part 2 “Called to Live a Life of Faith “

Journey of Faith, part 2 “Called to Live a Life of Faith “ Gen 12:1-20 David Taylor Outside of Christ, Abraham may be the most significant character in the bible. In terms of space, the first eleven chapters of Genesis are devoted to human history. The next fourteen chapters are ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

“lessons Learned Along The Journey” Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Jul 10, 2014

Journey of Faith, part 3 “Lessons Learned Along the Journey”

Journey of Faith, part 3 “Lessons Learned Along the Journey” Gen 13:1-18 David Taylor Introduction – Abraham is someone to look to for encouragement and to emulate their lives. Abraham is a model of fiath for us, not perfection but a growing trust in God as he grew to know God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

“the Battle Belongs To The Lord” Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Jul 10, 2014

Journey of Faith, part 4 “The Battle Belongs to the Lord”

Journey of Faith, part 4 “The Battle Belongs to the Lord” Gen 14:1-24 David Taylor Introduction – Heb 13:7-8 Main idea – When our lives are oriented around God’s purposes we can be confident of God working on our behalf. 1. Be confident of victory over any threats ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Believing Withouth Hope Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Mar 10, 2009

A look at God’s covenant with Abraham

Mt. Diablo is only about 3,500 feet, but it is very noticeable as it sits all alone in the Concord, California valley. Before I called them "God sightings" I found myself caught up in an "aha" moment as I looked at the cloud covered Mt. Diablo. I couldn’t help but think that if someone took off ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Genesis 22: A Test For You

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Feb 27, 2007

A discussion on GENESIS 22, showing how the test of Abraham is also a test for us, and in that test, we are given a moment of personal testimony.

There is one constant in the kingdom of God. Every time God tests our faith, He also gives us something in return. That ‘something’ is a defining moment, and we refer to these as ‘personal testimonies’. They give witness to the fact that God is active and working in our lives. Two weeks ago, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: *other

Genesis 22 Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Apr 30, 2008

Genesis verse-by-verse

Genesis 22 Last week we saw how the Lord sent Abram on a journey to the promised land. A land that would birth a nation that would eventually birth a Savior for the world. It was an amazing journey that changed Abram’s life forever. It was a journey of: - covenant - faith - worship But it ...read more

Denomination: Baptist