Sermons on Cain Slew Abel:

Breaking The Cycle In A Land Misled-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 2, 2019

1 of 5. King Ahaz of Judah’s reign was marked/defined by political expediency, acquiescence, & compliance. A land defined by political expediency, acquiescence, & compliance is misled & to be pitied. The cycle must be broken in a misled land, due to it’s WASTED...

BREAKING The CYCLE In A LAND MISLED-I — 2Kings 16:01-18; 18:01-07, 14-16; 19:1-7, 14-20, 35-37 OR: Overcoming Political Compliance/Acquiescence Overcoming The Politics of Spiritual Acquiescence. Attention: 1787—Benjamin Franklin, eldest member at the Constitutional Convention—"I've lived, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 16:1-18, 2 Kings 18:1-7, 2 Kings 18:13-16, 2 Kings 19:1-7, 2 Kings 19:14-20, 2 Kings 19:35-37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

You're His Favorite

Contributed by Bob Coy on Feb 6, 2012

A sermon on how to realize favor with God.

The T-shirt I have in my hand was a gift and I love what it says, “Jesus Loves You, But I’m His favorite.” You know it’s true, but I’m not saying that in an arrogant or prideful way, no I’m saying that in a very practical matter of fact way. What did I do to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-26

Denomination: *other

"Brother In Trouble, Needs A Real Friend On The Double”

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 16, 2009

All of us are charged to have loving concern for our brethren. To serve as their keeper is a great duty, which is strictly required of us, but it is generally neglected by us. Those who are unconcerned in the affairs of their brethren, and take no care, w

“Brother in Trouble, Needs a Real Friend on the Double” The Language of Cain - “Am I My Brother’s Keeper” Text: Luke 10:25-37 Introduction: Genesis 4, we have account of the first recorded trial. Long before there was a court room or human jury, God Himself sits as Judge; for he is the God to whom ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Methodist

Approaching God

Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 23, 2006

Today, believers have a much different way to approach God. The redemptive work of Christ is the vivid picture of the New Covenant, the new promise God has with man. A promise that afford us a much closer and intimate approach and worship of God. Our

APPROACHING GOD Hebrews 12:22-24 INTRODUCTION: All throughout the Old Testament, Man has approached God in various ways. In the Garden of Eden, God approached man. Scripture says that God would walk with man in the Garden of Eden, so man approached God passively. Man was approachable by God. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

God's Incredibles Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 24, 2017

This is the 2nd sermon in the series "Jesus Is Better- The Better Way".

Series: Jesus Is Better- The Better Way [#2] GOD’S INCREDIBLES Hebrews 11:1-7 Introduction: As we have studied the Book of Hebrews, we have seen that Jesus is better. Jesus is the better messenger, the better Apostle, the better priest, the better covenant, and the better sacrifice. This week, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

War And The Bible 1

Contributed by David Welch on Feb 18, 2003

Messages regarding war taught at the time of Desert Storm but applicable to the present conflict.

Chico Alliance Church WAR AND THE BIBLE INTRODUCTION Will God appear in response to our summons and intervene in what is taking place in the Middle East? There is much confused and emotional debate concerning this international crisis. There are those violently opposing violence. There are ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Faith Factor Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 25, 2006

Faith is an absolutely vital ingredient for church growth

SERIES: “THE GROWTH FACTORS” TEXT: HEBREWS 11:1-12 TITLE: “THE FAITH FACTOR” INTRODUCTION: A. A long time ago, I heard a preacher tell a story about two fools and a flashlight. It seems that two fellows who were not-too-bright were traveling ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worship Is More Than You Think Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Feb 29, 2024

“How should I approach God in worship? How should I prepare? What should I come expecting?” The writer of Hebrews in Hebrews 10: 19-25 opens the curtain and helps us see how God sees worship. He shows us that worship is more than we think.

Probably the most preparation I have ever made for one worship service was when Jan and I started a church in Northern Michigan in a small town called “Charlevoix.” I was fresh out of seminary, 25 years old and excited about launching the new church. Yet, if you ever have been part of a church ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

Joshua's Conquering & Rahab's Saving Faith - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Oct 20, 2020

Faith is the means of salvation and victory

Topic: Sunday Sermon Series – Living By Faith Text: Hebrews 11:30 By faith the walls of Jericho fell, after the army had marched around them for seven days 31 By faith the prostitute Rahab, because she welcomed the spies, was not killed with those who were disobedient.- NIV Title: Joshua’s ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:30-31

Practicing Love Series

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Sep 16, 2015

Christians demonstrate their salvation through obedience to the command of Christ to love others as He loved.

In 2004 we learned of the abuse and humiliation of Iraqi prisoners at the hands of American soldiers because of pictures and videos made public by Australian television. Iraqi terrorists immediately made their own film as they brutally beheaded American civilian John Berg. In the film, they ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Danger The Explosive Emotion Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Sep 10, 2015

True Biblical knowledge married to a living spiritual relationship with Jesus leads to new creation behavior. Anger is an emotion given by God to respond to injustice and unrighteousness. Learn in this sermon to use anger biblically.

Intro: If you remember last week one of the most important things we can do is saturate our minds with God’s word. We do this so that the Holy Spirit can plant it deeply within our minds and give us something of the Spirit to think about. We don’t learn more of the Bible which ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26

Denomination: Baptist

Why Love? Turn Right Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 22, 2012

As we grow in love for each other in a Church, we learn more and more about each other, discovering more reasons to not like each other. This passage teaches the importance to choose love, unconditionally and depend upon Christ for His righteousness and l

Why Love? 1 John 3”10-18 Ill. What is love? It is silence--when your words would hurt. It is patience--when your neighbor's curt. It is deafness--when a scandal flows. It is thoughtfulness--for other's woes. It is promptness--when stern duty calls. It is courage--when misfortune falls. A ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Faith That Pleases God Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 5, 2023

Faith is a central theme in the Bible, and Hebrews 11 is often called the "Faith Hall of Fame" because it showcases the remarkable faith of many biblical figures.

"The Faith That Pleases God" Introduction: Today, we dive into the inspiring words of Hebrews 11:1-6, a passage that beautifully illustrates the essence of faith. Faith is a central theme in the Bible, and Hebrews 11 is often called the "Faith Hall of Fame" because it ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Opportunities

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 10, 2014

At sunset it is better to say: I AM GLAD I DID... Then to say: I WISH I HAD...

OPPORTUNITIES By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com IS IT POSSIBLE TO LOSE LIVE IN LIVING? IS IT POSSIBLE TO LOSE WISDOM IN KNOWLEDGE? SUCCESS IS NOT THE KEY TO HAPPINESS, HAPPINESS IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS. I. AT SUNSET IT IS BETTER TO SAY: I AM GLAD I DID... THAN TO SAY I WISH I ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

My Best Gift - Part One Of Four In Series "Firstfruits" Series

Contributed by Wade Leonard on Nov 23, 2007

Firstfruits is intended to be about giving, real giving, not God taking it from you, but learning why God wants you to give, how He designed us to be givers….And perhaps the most important teaching about giving is the one we miss the most. Is that God wa

Imagine the following two scenarios (act out) Scenario 1 - I know Christmas is about 2 months away, but I just couldn’t wait…you know I love you, you are so good to me, you treat me so much better than I deserve, and there is no gift that can repay you for all you have done for me, I wanted to give ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist