Sermons on Esau:

Opie's Newspaper

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 7, 2014

A sermon on the tongue or the words that we use (Material adapted from Ben Patterson's book, He Has Made Me Glad, chapter 8 Words That Give Life; Opening illustration and title from Joey Fann's book, The Way Back to Mayberry, chapter 25)

HoHum: “Opie’s Newspaper” is an episode on the Andy Griffith Show. Opie’s friend, Howie, received a small printing press as a gift, and the boys decide to go into the newspaper business. They work hard and produce an initial issue of what they call the Mayberry Sun. The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Troubles Of A Godly Teenager Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Apr 6, 2013

Joseph was only seventeen when his brothers sold him into slavery. He faced many struggles that are common for young people today. We can learn from his struggles and victories.

Sermon Notes April 7, 2013 FBCam The Troubles of a Teenager Genesis 37:1-11 What were you up to when you were seventeen? For me, it was my first year at Bible College. I was a year younger than Kim who attended when she was 18. At 17 Kim was enjoying her senior year of High school, like most ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dealing With Betrayals

Contributed by Babatunmishe Oke on Nov 29, 2020

How to pray when you have ben betrayed

This prayer sermon (I coined that phrase 16 years ago) visits this bad character defect that can harm you and your personality physically and spiritually. Let’s deal with it. Luke 22: 1-6 New International Version Judas Agrees to Betray Jesus 22 Now the Festival of Unleavened Bread, called the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

When God Shows Up

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jul 23, 2017

Jacob had an encounter with God that shook him to his core. This fugitive on the run discovered that his ancestors' God was his God, and that this God would be with him wherever he went. Great lessons for us to learn on our faith pilgrimage.

Genesis 28:10-19 When God Shows Up In today’s story, Jacob was in a strange place to meet God. You might expect to encounter God at a church retreat or a revival meeting, or in an inspiring church service. You might expect to find God when you are serving him with all your heart. But Jacob had ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-19, Psalm 139:7-10, John 1:51

Denomination: Baptist

Blessing To Be Chosen

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Oct 18, 2016

Do you know any reason why it is a blessing to be chosen by God?

“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him. In love he predestined us for adoption as ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Mother's Day Bouquet

Contributed by Robin Colerick-Shinkle on May 15, 2017

This is a spiritual bouquet for all women on Mother's Day. In a world where flowers have become one of the primary Mother's Day gifts--- here's a spiritual bouquet in celebration.

Mothers Day in the United States was officially founded by Anna Jarvis. Her mother always said there should be a day to honor women, a celebration of their contributions in the world. Anna Jarvis never forgot her mother’s words….and when her mother died in 1905, she decided to fulfill them. She ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:6

The Ideal Family Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 2, 2019

Hollywood has been trying to change our idea of what forms the ideal family. But God's Word doesn't change and Paul has given us instructions for how to strive to have the ideal family. Consider these thoughts from our Family Minister Scott Jewell.

This summer, we’ve been taking advantage of the # trend. We looked at #fakenews through the book of James and now we’re exploring the idea #lifegoals. Jeff taught about friendships and relationships last week. Today we’re exploring the concept of the ideal family. Over the past half ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Simplicity And Contentment Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 11, 2018

This message continues the series on spiritual disciplines. Here we discuss the discipline of simplicity or contentment.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Simplicity” The Path to Contentment Review Every Christian serious about a deeper walk with God and greater impact in our world must incorporate spiritual exercises as a way of life. These disciplines diminish the things that block our relationship with ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:9-11, 2 Corinthians 11:2-3, Luke 10:38-42, Philippians 4:10-12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

How To Turn Pillows Into Pillars :

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015

How To Turn Pillows Into Pillars :

Genesis 28:10-22 How To Turn Pillows Into Pillars : Many years ago during the war, a group of soldiers in a trench, were being shelled. “Can you tell me the way to heaven?” ‘For God so loved the world, Peace came over soldier's face as he kept ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Denomination: Holiness

The Dinah Incident. Viewer Discretion Is Advised. Genesis 34

Contributed by William Akehurst on Sep 16, 2024

When GOD is neglected, there will be consequences. Jacob’s neglect for GOD brings harm to his family.

2024.09.08. Sermon Notes. Genesis 34 – The Dinah Incident. Viewer Discretion is Advised William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: When GOD is neglected, there will be consequences. Jacob’s neglect for GOD brings harm to his family. Genesis 34:1-31 The Dinah Incident Genesis 34:1-4 The rape of Dinah. 1 ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 34:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith In God's Plan PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 11, 2023

Encourages us to live by faith, inspired by the examples of our spiritual ancestors, trusting God's promises and facing trials courageously.

Good morning, beloved family of God. What an honor it is to gather together in His name, to bask in His love, and to be nourished by His Word. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our God, the author and perfecter of our faith, has drawn us together to learn, to grow, and to be ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:20-31

Topics: Faith, God's Plan

Attitudes Of Righteous Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 6, 2022

We will learn three important life principles of through Joseph and Mary: Joseph had a Misunderstanding about Mary, then he had the Mystical Understanding from an angel, and finally they had the Mutual Understanding.

Theme: Attitudes of the Righteous Text: Matthew 1:18-25 Introduction: This month let us think about the FAVOR OF GOD based on (Luke 1:28). Today, We will think about the attitudes of the Righteous during crises and issues. Attitude is a feeling or opinion about something or someone, or a way of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

The Man Who Came To The Altar Too Late

Contributed by David Carter on Apr 5, 2001

Repentance that came too late

THE MAN WHO CAME TO THE ALTAR TOO LATE Text: I Kings 2: 28-34 HERE WE FIND A REAL SAD PICTURE: JOAB LAYING ON A BLOOD SOAKED ALTAR, DEAD! --- Joab fled unto the tabernacle of the Lord, and caught hold on the horns of the altar.. (V.28) which he had yet very seldom ever done before. As far as we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 2:28-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Awake To Christmas

Contributed by Norm Beckett on Dec 20, 2000

Disappointment can be followed by discovery and renewed dedication.

AWAKE TO THE TRUTH OF CHRISTMAS "When Joseph woke, he did what the angel of the Lord had commanded him..." (Matthew 1 : 24). Matthew’s Gospel indicates that Joseph went to bed with a problem on his mind! A problem that exercised his mind greatly, that is, what to do about a pregnant fiancee! ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Holiness

A Jet Tour Thru Genesis Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Apr 4, 2002

Synopsis of the Book of Genesis

A Jet Tour Thru GENESIS I. The NAME of the Book - GENESIS A. Origin of the Name - Gr. Gennao - Heb. Toldah -Beginnings, family history, birth, roots B. Meaning of the Name - Origin, Beginnings, C. Usage of the Name - 1. 2:4 - The Generations of Heaven & Earth 2. 5:1 - The Generations of Adam 3. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist