Sermons on Biblical Family Hierarchy:

The Gospel Makes Us Family: Intro To James Series

Contributed by Michael Larsen on Oct 20, 2020

Intro to the Book of James

Open your bibles to 1 Corinthians 15. We are going to spend our time today introducing you to James half-brother of Jesus. As we begin our new series from the Book of James entitled Faith That Works. In his commentary R. Kent Hughes says “one thing is clear about the book of James—the dominant ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

And You Thought Your Family Had Probelms Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Faith is the distinguishing mark of the Christian. Did you know that the Christians were called believers before they were ever called Christians? Believers – this is the distinguishing mark of a Christian, is he or she is a believer

Abraham, Our Spiritual Father We continue to examine the story of Abraham, the father of the faithful. Our story today happens about 4,000 years from our day before Israel exits Egypt in Exodus – does that help you place our story? And even though Abraham lived so long ago, he remains vitally ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16, Genesis 21:8-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Prayer That Keeps Me And My Family Safe

Contributed by Sophia Lorena on Feb 24, 2022

This message is based on one of the prayers that I have been praying for protection ever since the pandemic began which caused fear, anxiety, and loss.

Today, I will be sharing a powerful, personal prayer with you. This is one of the prayers that I have been praying for protection ever since the pandemic began which caused fear, anxiety, and loss. This prayer is Bible based and has a strong foundational truth. It has worked for me and kept my ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

One Big Happy Family Pt.2 Series

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 26, 2014

A biological family is made up many faces and personalities, the spiritual family are those who have your back. Their prayer warriors, they show love with their actions.

One Big Happy Family Pt.2 Ephesians 4:1-6NKJ To obtain the status of, “One Big Happy Family” we have to be willing to keep unity among one another. “On those day’s you can’t seem to get along with yourself, it becomes a great opportunity not to say a word to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Keeping A Hedge Around You And Your Family

Contributed by Greg Newton on Aug 14, 2020

You have often heard I and others pray a hedge of protection about folks

I have the utmost respect for schoolteachers. It’s tough being a schoolteacher, especially an elementary school teacher. Recently I come across a humorous list of seven ways to know if you’re an elementary school teacher. You might be an elementary schoolteacher if: 1. You think caffeine should be ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Welcome To The Family Sermon Ii: Attribute Of Distinction Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 13, 2020

In times of national unrest, mature Christians resist worldly standards and continue to live their lives according to the Christian faith by practicing the royal law of love.

ATTRIBUTES ASSOCIATED WITH BELONGING TO THE FAMILY OF GOD . . . DISTINCTION Upon my public profession of faith in Christ, followed by a unanimous vote of the Church to accept me into the Fellowship of Believers, pending baptism, the presiding officer said ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-10

Welcome To The Family Sermon Iii: Attribute Of Dissemination Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 13, 2020

When everything seems to be falling apart, mature Christians remain calm by living for God so as to disseminate God's love to sinners who need salvation and saints who need encouragement and reassurance.

ATTRIBUTES ASSOCIATED WITH BELONGING TO THE FAMILY OF GOD – DISSEMINATION “With everything around us falling apart, and with the whole world seemingly on the verge of a nervous breakdown, how do you manage to remain calm?” Let me assure you that it’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-11

Welcome To The Family Sermon Vii: Communicating With The Father Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 13, 2020

As children of God and members of the Family of God, our unique privilege of communicating with our Father in Heaven keeps us from despair in times of trouble and gives us hope to carry on despite disease and death.

COMMUNICATING WITH THE FATHER OF OUR FAMILY – THE FAMILY OF GOD Again I say, “Welcome to the Family – the Family of God”! What a fellowship! What a joy divine! What a privilege! How wonderful it is to be a child of God with the gift of discernment . . . distinction ...read more

Jesus' True Family (Mark 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 9, 2024

Who belongs to Jesus' true family? Let's find out in Mark 3.

Was it lawful for Jesus to do good on the Sabbath? How did Jesus answer the scribes’ false accusation about healing via demons? How were they dangerously close to blaspheming the Holy Spirit? Who is Jesus’ brother and sister and mother? Let’s find out in Mark 3. Did Jesus have another ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Abraham's Family (Genesis 25)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 4, 2024

How do we handle sibling rivalry? Let's look at an example in Genesis 25.

Sibling rivalry can drive families apart, causing people to leave town, the farm, the business, the country. It doesn’t help when parents take sides. How do we navigate the delicate balance between our children? Let’s look at Abraham’s family in Genesis 25. Did Abraham remarry after the death of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Family Ties - Mark 3:31-35 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Sep 9, 2023

How is your brotherly relationship with Jesus going? And why is it important? Have you ever thought of Jesus as your son? Why does Jesus call Christian women his mothers 3 times in 2 verses? 1The answers are a huge encouragement! And you will find them in this study.

Mark 3:31 Then Jesus’ mother and brothers arrived. Standing outside, they sent for him, calling him. 32 A crowd was sitting around him, and they told him, “Your mother and brothers are outside looking for you.” 33 “Who are my mother and my brothers?” he asked. 34 Then he looked at those seated in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:31-35, Matthew 12:46-50, Luke 8:19-21

Why We All Need A Church Family

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Sep 26, 2024

Jesus not only loves the church; He formed it. He created it. It was his idea. He launched it on the Day of Pentecost and calls us to join it.

Tony Evans said; “Don’t treat church like the Super bowl.” This is what He said: “Millions upon millions of spectators watch the Super bowl. People reorient their lives for three hours and with great intensity watch 21 men on the field go to battle. When the game is over and the winner has been ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17-25

Denomination: Baptist

5 Areas Where Satan Attacks A Family

Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Feb 13, 2024

Unless The Lord builds the family, the laborer’s work in vain (Psalm 127:1). It is time for us to point our guns back at Satan and ask God to restore our families..

(Case Study- Life of Joab) Jobs family was perfect. Satan took special permission to attack him, saying thou has blessed him abundantly, that’s why he loves you and worship you, take away everything from him, then you will know his true color Jobs family was attacked by devil in 5 areas of his ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:14-19, Job 2:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Warnings On Prioritizing Family Over Material Possessions Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 10, 2025

As we explore this sermon, we are reminded of the importance of prioritizing our loved ones and valuing them above material possessions.

In the pursuit of riches, many individuals often find themselves sacrificing the very things that bring true fulfillment and joy. The Bible warns us that the relentless chase for wealth can lead to devastating consequences, including the loss of family, children, and everything that truly matters. ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6, 1 Kings 11:1-8

A Biblical Answer To The Pandemic Of Racism - Our New Identity In Christ

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 29, 2021

We need a biblical vaccine! Somehow in the body of Christ, there seems to be little difference between our attitude towards race as those who do not yet know the Lord. Have ever took a close look at how race relations were dealt with in the Scriptures?

Ga 2:11 But when Peter was come to Antioch, I withstood him to the face, because he was to be blamed. 12 For before that certain came from James, he did eat with the Gentiles: but when they were come, he withdrew and separated himself, fearing them which were of the circumcision. 13 And the other ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-21

Denomination: Methodist