Sermons on Abrahams Sacrifice:

Mercy Instead Of Sacrifice

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 11, 2022

The Pharisees criticized Jesus for eating with tax collectors. They thought they were better than Matthew, as they went around acting holy. Outward show doesn’t determine a person’s relationship with God. It's about the heart.

This morning I am going to touch on the subject of “hypocrisy.” It’s difficult to preach on this subject matter because none of us are without some form of hypocrisy in our life. Jesus told us not to point out the splinter in our brother’s eye until we have removed the log in our own eye (Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Sacrifices (Leviticus 22)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 23, 2024

How did the sacrifices foreshadow Jesus and us? Let's look at Leviticus 22.

Did the Old Testament sacrifices, and the demands on those who performed them, foreshadow a much more perfect sacrifice? How are we also to be living sacrifices? Let’s look at Leviticus 22. Was the person offering the sacrifices to be healthy? The Lord told Moses to say to Aaron and his sons: I ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Self-Sacrifice

Contributed by William Meakin on Mar 13, 2024

Self-Sacrifice is defined as the relinquishment of one’s own interests or wishes in order to help others or advance a cause.

John Burroughs, an American naturalist and essayist once remarked: “For anything worth having one must pay the price; and the price is always work, patience, love, self-sacrifice – no paper currency, no promises to pay, but the gold of real service.” Romans 12:1-2 confirms: “I appeal to you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15, Galatians 5:17, 1 Corinthians 7:5, 1 Corinthians 9:25

Honoring The Ultimate Sacrifice SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

On Monday, we remember and honor the brave Americans who have laid down their lives in defense of our nation since 1775. Their ultimate sacrifice is a testament to their love for our country and their fellow citizens.

On Memorial Day, our nation mourns the loss of all Americans who died defending our country throughout the world since 1775. This remembrance spans 248 years and includes 62 military actions that claimed 1.2 million lives. These men and women, though mostly anonymous, made the ultimate sacrifice ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Topics: Memorial Day, Sacrifice, Patriotism

Is Serving God A Sacrifice? Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 6, 2025

“Sacrifice” for God is appropriate only when driven by joy. God must always remain the benefactor when we serve.

Review “Seeking” is the effort we put forth to fulfill longing and desire for God. And for seeking to work, God, rather than something else, must be the object of the desire and seeking, and the seeking must be earnest. Such earnestness comes in large measure from emotion – both negative and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:2

Remembering His Sacrifice

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 6, 2024

Jesus made 3 remarkable statements while eating with His disciples. He pointed to His death, He made a new covenant, and He foresaw His resurrection.

Matt 26:26-30 - REMEMBERING HIS SACRIFICE Jesus made THREE very remarkable statements while eating with His disciples. • HE POINTED TO HIS DEATH, saying He would be sacrificed in flesh and blood. • HE MADE A NEW COVENANT, saying it would be established in His blood. • Finally, HE FORESAW HIS ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-30, Exodus 12:1-14, Hebrews 9:12, John 11:25-26, Hebrews 10:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Living Sacrifice To God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the themes of holiness, transformation, and sacrificial living as outlined in Romans 12:1-8, reminding us that God is not in a hurry and we should strive to live according to His will and grace.

Good morning, family! Today, we are diving deep into the heart of Paul's letter to the Romans. We'll be focusing on Romans 12:1-8 where we are called to holiness, the power of transformation, and living a life of sacrifice. It's a tall order, isn't it? But as Harry Ironside once said, "No sacrifice ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Topics: Personal Responsibility

The Consequences Of Our Sacrifice PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 17, 2024

This sermon explores the sufficiency of our sacrifices, God's judgment, and the relevance of Christian sacrifice today, through the lens of Malachi 1.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. How wonderful it is to gather here today, in this sacred space, united in our faith and love for our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our Heavenly Father has orchestrated this moment, drawing us together ...read more

Topics: Sacrifice

Outrageous Faith Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Mar 18, 2010

Abraham shows outrageous faith in response to God's unreasonable request that he sacrifice his promised son Isaac. Clearly faith is shown through our obedience.

Let me share a story from Chuck Swindoll. “Four guys decided to go mountain climbing one weekend. In the middle of the climb, one fella slipped over a cliff, dropped about 60 feet and landed with a thud on the ledge below. The other three hoping to rescue him yelled, ‘Joe, are you ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-24

How God Turns Our Offering Into A Supernatural Blessing-Part 2 Series

Contributed by Kiruba Stephen on Mar 23, 2022

We will learn how the sacrifice or vow that we make unto the Lord God Almighty is turned into a wonderful blessing for all eternity, just as we discover, in the lives of Abraham and Hannah

We praise the Lord that you’ve joined us for Part 2 of ‘How God turns our offering into a supernatural blessing’. Tonight once again we learn about how the sacrifice or vow that we make unto the Lord God Almighty is turned into a wonderful blessing for all eternity, just as we discover, in the ...read more

The Life Of Abraham, Part 12: Abraham's Witness Ot Abimelech Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 13, 2014

How good a witness was Abraham to the pagans? How well do we witness?

The Life of Abraham, Part 12: Abraham’s Witness to Abimelech Genesis 20:1-18 Introduction Last week we learned of the terrible destruction of the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah for their gross wickedness. From the destruction, the LORD graciously delivered Lot and his two daughters. The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lamb Of God Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 2, 2011

Jesus is God’s perfect sacrifice for our sins.

Focus Passage: John 1:19-34 Introduction: I read about a small boy who was consistently late coming home from school. His parents warned him one day that he must be home on time that afternoon, but nevertheless he arrived later than ever. His mother met him at the door and said nothing. At dinner ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-34

Denomination: Baptist

Second Sunday Of Lent, Year B- The Three Mountains: Transfiguration

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 22, 2024

“You aren’t going to sacrifice me, are you, Dad?”

Because of our three readings, today could be called the Sunday of the Three Mountains. "Take your son Isaac, your only one, whom you love, and go to the land of Moriah.” Moriah, as a girl's name, is of Hebrew origin, meaning "the hill country." The land of Moriah was a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18, Mark 9:2-10

Denomination: Catholic

Discovering Genesis, Part 17 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Dec 11, 2011

Abraham’s faith is tested by God by asking him to sacrifice his son, Isaac, to the Lord. This message examines the testing and how we can learn from it.

Discovering Genesis, Part 17 Genesis 22:1-18 Introduction - Go with me to Genesis, Chapter 22 - This evening we are going to look at the testing of Abraham - Abraham desired nothing more than to have a son; an heir to inherit everything - Genesis 15:2-3, “But Abram said, “Sovereign LORD, what ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus In Genesis: The Sacrifice Of Isaac Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Dec 10, 2007

A look at Isaac as a type of the Christ and some lessons we can learn.

Jesus In Genesis: the Sacrifice of Isaac Heb 11:17-19 INTRO.: Tell the story from Genesis 22. This is a very mysterious story. How could God order a man to offer his son as a sacrifice, and why? What terrible emotional stresses were involved? How could Abraham even think of carrying out God’s ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ