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  • Elmer Towns avatar

    Tested By Family Squabbles: Lesson 13

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 5, 2013
     | 801 views

    Learning Faith from Abraham

    A. INTRODUCTION: THE PROBLEM – GENESIS 21:1-21 1. Sarah was protective of “my son” (v. 10) Isaac. 2. Abraham struck up for the son causing the problem calling him “his son” (v. 11). 3. The older brother Ishmael (age 17) was “scoffing” (v. 9, NKJV). The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Promised Son Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jan 23, 2018
     | 9,321 views

    Number 37 in our Genesis series. Dealing with Abraham offering Isaac, and how God provides.

    The Promised Son Text: Genesis 21:1-21 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) Well we’ve finally got to the fulfillment of the promise that God made to Abraham so long ago. And right off the bat we see an important lesson. It’s probably… I’d say… one of the most important things you can know about God. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Genesis Chapter Twenty-One Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 13, 2023
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     | 1,574 views

    These are thoughts on Genesis Chapter Twenty-One. In his work, "What does every Bible chapter say..." John Hunt gives an overview of each chapter of the Bible. It is my intention to do the same thing here.

    GENESIS CHAPTER TWENTY-ONE OVERVIEW Overall what is happening in this chapter is that Isaac the promised child is born which causes strife between Hagar and Sarah. Thomas Coke (1801) – Genesis 21 Isaac is born, is circumcised and weaned. At Sarah's request Hagar is driven out; to whom, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Ishmael.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 10, 2023
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     | 1,769 views

    The on-going contention between the son of Hagar, and the seed of Sarah

    ISHMAEL. Genesis 21:8-21. The history of Ishmael and Isaac is the history of the struggle between flesh and spirit, between the carnal seed and the spiritual seed, between the world's way and God's way. In the first place, Abraham had faith. The LORD pointed him towards the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    4th Sunday After Pentecost. June 25th, 2023. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 17, 2023
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     | 3,822 views

    Year A, Proper 7.

    Genesis 21:8-21, Psalm 86:1-10, Psalm 86:16-17, Jeremiah 20:7-13, Psalm 69:7-18, Romans 6:1-11, Matthew 10:24-39. A). ISHMAEL. Genesis 21:8-21. The history of Ishmael and Isaac is the history of the struggle between flesh and spirit, between the carnal seed and the spiritual seed, between ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Promise And The Problem Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 26, 2023
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     | 7,389 views

    Abraham was a great man of faith... but not always. Sometimes his struggles with believing God's promises undermined his life and his family. But what did God do when Abraham struggled?

    A preacher who was new to town and had dropped off his suit at the dry-cleaners. Later that week, he came back to pick up his suit, and the woman behind the counter said. “That will be $10.50.” “Oh my,” said the preacher. “I only have $9. Would it be alright if I came back later with the rest?” ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hagar Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 21, 2022
     | 5,344 views

    After Hagar becomes pregnant, Sarah treats her harshly, and eventually, Hagar flees from her mistress into the wilderness, where God's messenger speaks to her.

    Hagar In Brief This practice of surrogacya can be found in several ancient Near Eastern texts. Hagar is Sarah's Egyptian slave woman whom Sarah gives Abraham as a secondary wife and would bear a child for him. After Hagar becomes pregnant, Sarah treats her harshly, and eventually, Hagar flees ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Tested By Family Squabbles Lesson 13 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 22, 2017
     | 4,572 views

    What to do when you fuss

    A. INTRODUCTION: THE PROBLEM – GENESIS 21:1-21 1. Sarah was protective of “my son” (v. 10) Isaac. 2. Abraham struck up for the son causing the problem calling him “his son” (v. 11). 3. The older brother Ishmael (age 17) was “scoffing” (v. 9, NKJV). The word means taunting which carries ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Two Moms Who Couldn’t Get Along

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 15, 2017
     | 4,075 views

    Does God only care about moms in the limelight, the Sarahs? Or does he also care about the disadvantaged moms, like the Hagars?

    Two Moms Who Couldn’t Get Along Genesis 21:1-21 1. Mother’s Day is a day we set aside to honor our moms. 2. Our world needs good moms, and many moms fit that bill. 3. Moms have their own vocabulary; a few terms from the Mom’s dictionary: AIRPLANE: What Mom impersonates to get a 1-yr.-old to eat ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God's Visitation Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 3, 2016
     | 23,022 views

    Wait on God and experience the joy of fulfilled promises and answered prayer.

    A couple had two boys, 8 and 10, who were always getting into trouble. The parents were sure that if any mischief occurred in the community, their two young sons were involved. They didn’t know what to do with their boys. Then the mother heard about a clergyman who'd been successful in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Highs And Lows Of Life Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Aug 23, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 17,840 views

    In this sermon, we see Abraham experiencing the highs and lows of life and we learn how to walk with God through them.

    Introduction: A. A group of students in Texas was taking a class on the psychology of emotions. 1. The professor wanted to know what the opposite of happy was. a. One student raised their hand and said, “Sad.” “Very good,” said the professor. 2. Then the professor asked, “What’s the opposite of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    White Lies And Laughter

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 10, 2024
     | 517 views

    The Sin of Deception is contagious, and it affects all who are in its path and consumed by it.

    2024.06.09. Sermon Notes. White Lies and Laughter. HIDDEN TRUTH and “He Laughs or Laughter” William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: THE SIN OF DECEPTION IS CONTAGIOUS, AND IT AFFECTS ALL THOSE WHO ARE IN ITS PATH AND CONSUMED BY IT. Scriptures: Exodus 20:2-17, Matthew 22:36-40, Matthew 5:27-28, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Character Study Of Hagar Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 21, 2025
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     | 264 views

    Hagar’s story is a powerful reminder of God’s compassion for the rejected and the outcast. Her life teaches us to trust in God’s plans, even when circumstances seem unfair. No matter our situation, God sees, hears, and provides for His children.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF HAGAR – SARAH’S MAID, MOTHER OF ISHMAEL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 16:1-16 "Then she called the name of the Lord who spoke to her, ‘You are the God who sees’; for she said, ‘Have I also here seen Him who sees me?’" (Genesis 16:13) Supporting Texts: ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Character Study Of Ishmael Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 21, 2025
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     | 144 views

    Ishmael's story teaches us the importance of trusting God’s timing and avoiding decisions based on impatience. While human efforts can bring temporary success, only God’s promises bring true fulfilment.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF ISHMAEL – SON OF ABRAHAM AND HAGAR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 16:10-12 "The angel of the Lord also said to her, 'I will surely multiply your offspring so that they cannot be numbered for multitude.' And the angel of the Lord said to her, 'Behold, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Robert Butler avatar

    Bad Decisions #1 Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 7, 2024
     | 422 views

    Waiting in times of struggle (either because of our own bad choices or God’s timing) is the ultimate action of faith.

    What to eat, what to wear, who to respond to first, what to prioritize at work — each of us makes hundreds, if not thousands, of decisions each day. Some of these choices have larger consequences than others. For starters, who we choose to surround ourselves with, where we live, who we worship, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational