Sermons on Genealogies:

What's With All Those Begats?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 8, 2013

Where you come from is important.

What’s With All Those Begats? Matthew 1:1-17 I am sure that some of you are wondering what I am going to do with this text. Those who have studied the Bible know that this is one genealogy of many. It is hard to read names that seem so hard to pronounce. I spared you a little by not reading ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Father’s Gift Of Jesus Messiah Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Nov 29, 2013

The Genealogy of Jesus proclaims the truth of WHO IS JESUS!

The Father’s Gift of Jesus Messiah Matthew 1:1-17 I realize that the way to win friends and influence people on a Sunday morning may not be to read the Genealogy of Jesus, but this IS the inspired Word of God and so it is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Adam To Edom (1 Chronicles 1)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 24, 2025

Does the longest genealogy in the Bible lend historical credibility to scripture?

Does the longest genealogy in the Bible (1 Chronicles 1-9) teach us that humanity really is one large family? Do these family trees lend credibility to the historical accuracy of scripture? Did the male roles evident in these genealogies hurt or strengthen families? Let’s begin in 1 Chronicles ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas: To Grandmother’s House We Go? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 15, 2008

The genealogy of Jesus Christ demonstrates how gracious God is and His love for sinners, because God included some unlikely grandmothers in the mix.

To Grandmother’s House We Go? (Matthew 1:1-16) 1. What scandals does your family have in their closets? A few years ago, I wrote up the Vasicek family history for our family members only. On the front page, I wrote, "Not suggested for those under 18." Most of you, if you traced back a few ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Shaking The Family Tree Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 4, 2009

This message looks at the genealogy of Christ as given by Matthew, why it was given and what we can learn from it

Shaking the Family Tree We made the pilgrimage this summer. Not to Mecca or Jerusalem but to Grand Manan Island in the Bay of Fundy, our ancestral home, so to speak. There have been Guptills and Greenes, Bancrofts and Cheneys, Wilsons and Bradburys on Grand Manan ever since the island was settled ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

Lessons From The Dysfunctional Lineage Of Jesus

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Dec 25, 2024

This sermon delves with a passage many of us might skim over—the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1:1-17. At first glance, it might seem like a mundane list of names. But beneath the surface lies a profound message of grace, redemption, and hope.

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we’re diving into a passage many of us might skim over—the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1:1-17. At first glance, it might seem like a mundane list of names. But beneath the surface lies a profound message of grace, redemption, and hope. This ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Ancestors Of Jesus

Contributed by Malcolm Chester on Jan 2, 2008

A sermon based on Matthew’s account of the genealogy of Jesus

Introduction There seems to have been a big increase recently in people tracing their family history. I think those programmes on TV where famous people have researchers who do all the work have helped to increase the popularity. I’ve sometimes thought about trying to do it but I think it’s time ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

What Can We Learn From A "Boring" Genealogy

Contributed by Todd Riley on Mar 6, 2001

Distinguishing marks of those who are Adam’s line

Islington Baptist Church March 4, 2001 Sermon text: Genesis 5-6:8 What can we learn from a “boring” genealogy For the most part the Bible’s genealogies are viewed by Christians to be something of a nuisance, something to be quickly brushed over. In essence, the Bible’s genealogies are widely ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Value Of History

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Mar 14, 2023

What is the value of the history in the Bible One thing history does is it tells us how to recognize the Messiah, Jesus Christ.

The Value of History Matthew 1:1-17 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Matt. 1:1 The record of the genealogy of Jesus the Messiah, the son of David, the son of Abraham: Matt. 1:2 Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers. 3 Judah was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: United Methodist

The Family Tree

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 1, 2016

A look at some of the people in Jesus' Family Tree.

The Family Tree Matthew 1:1-17 November 27, 2016 Have you ever tried to look up your family tree? We tried to do that. My cousin spent hours trying to determine where my dad’s side of the family was from. She couldn’t get very far. We believe even though our last name is Deutsch, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The King Has Come, And Is Coming Again

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Nov 25, 2024

First Sunday of Advent 2024

The King has Come, and is Coming Again Text: Matthew 1:1-18 If you will, please take your Bible and open it up to the Gospel of Matthew – the First Chapter. We are kicking off our Advent messages, and as such we’re going to spend some time looking at the comings of Jesus… That word Advent ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-18, Luke 3:23-38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus Family Tree

Contributed by Marc Bertrand on Nov 30, 2002

A look at the four women appearing in the genealogy of Jesus and why they are there.

The Christmas (Family) Tree of Jesus Preaching Passage: Matthew 1:1-17 Sermonic Process: Analytical I. Charlie Brown didn’t have much of an eye for trees. But then are there really any perfect Christmas trees out there. Strange how a tree that looks so good in the lot can suddenly develop a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

A Season To Embrace Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 6, 2000

An examination of the grace of God as shown through the genealogy of Jesus Christ.

A Season to Embrace Matthew 1:1-17 December 3, 2000 Morning Service Introduction I. We are starting the Advent season A. The season of Christ’s birth B. A new message series: Discover Christ in Christmas 1. The series will focus on the message of Christmas 2. This morning’s message will be A ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Church Of God

Look Who's In The Family Tree

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 17, 2001

Five unexpected women in the genealogy of Christ, speak of forgiveness and reconciliation.

Look Who Is In the Family Tree! Matthew 1:1-17 Introduction: Whenever anyone begins to study their family’s lineage and history, they are usually warned that they might find out things they weren’t expecting. They might find out that their great great uncle was a horse thief or that one of their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Bloodline: Shaking Up The Family Tree Series

Contributed by Daniel Richter on Aug 1, 2006

WHat we can learn from Matthew’s Genealogy

Intro: Do you remember the Disney cartoon version of Robin Hood? I used to love watching that and recently we’ve gotten it at home and I have sat and watched it with my kids and I still love it. Robin Hood is the dashing hero who brings relief and care to a poor oppressed people, who are under ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-19

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance