Sermons on Genesis 4:4:

The Problem Of Uncontrolled Anger

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Mar 7, 2020

Everyone experiences anger daily! What we do with it is what matters. Uncontrolled anger is dangerous.

THE PROBLEM OF UNCONTROLLED ANGER "3 And in the process of time it came to pass that Cain brought an offering of the fruit of the ground to the Lord. 4 Abel also brought of the firstborn of his flock and of their fat. And the Lord respected Abel and his offering, 5 but He did not respect ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:3-8, Ephesians 4:31-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Sober Warning - The Ultimate Guide To The Perfect Family Series

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Mar 10, 2020

Warning - Others in your family may not follow in your disobedient footsteps – but your attitude and your actions will affect their lives! So line up with God and let Him give you the victory over the effects of sin in your life.

Sin is Never a Solo pursuit. So what's the big deal about Adam and Eve and their sin? Well, let me give you a sober warning. When we sin, the consequences of that sin are like the ripple effect on the surface of a body of water. What Eve did affected Adam and what they both did affected us ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:3-7, Hebrews 11:4, Genesis 4:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Do We Live In A Hate Filled World? We Love.

Contributed by Joel Pankow on May 14, 2020

Cain murdered Abel. Why? How does God respond? How do we respond differently in a hate and anger filled world? We love.

5.17.20 Genesis 4:1–16 1 Adam lay with his wife Eve, and she became pregnant and gave birth to Cain. She said, “With the help of the LORD I have brought forth a man.” 2 Later she gave birth to his brother Abel. Now Abel kept flocks, and Cain worked the soil. 3 In the course of time Cain ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Conflict Resolution Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Jun 5, 2020

Conflicts are common to all mankind. But just as God was the hope of the Nation of Israel, He will also be our Savior in times of trouble. "O thou hope of Israel, the Saviour thereof in the time of trouble" Jeremiah 14:8

CONFLICTS ARE COMMON - Conflicts are common to all mankind. They have been around since the beginning of time when Cain became jealous of Abel and killed him in an outburst of anger (Genesis 4:3-12). Centuries later, when the United States was divided by a Civil War, President Lincoln wisely ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:3-12, Matthew 12:25, Ephesians 4:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Character Study Of Cain Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 20, 2025

Cain’s life serves as a warning against jealousy, anger, and disobedience. Though he had potential, he allowed sin to rule over him, leading to his downfall. His story highlights the importance of a right heart in worship and the dangers of unchecked emotions.

CHARACTER STUDY OF CAIN – FIRSTBORN OF ADAM AND EVE, MURDERER OF ABEL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "And the Lord said unto Cain, Where is Abel thy brother? And he said, I know not: Am I my brother’s keeper?" – Genesis 4:9 Supporting Texts: Genesis 4:1-16, 1 John 3:12, Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-16, 1 John 3:12, Hebrews 11:4, Jude 1:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Character Study Of Abel Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 20, 2025

Abel’s life was short, but his faith and righteousness made an eternal impact. He exemplified true worship and devotion to God, setting an example for believers today.

CHARACTER STUDY OF ABEL – RIGHTEOUS SON OF ADAM AND EVE, KILLED BY CAIN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "By faith Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, by which he obtained witness that he was righteous, God testifying of his gifts: and by it he being dead yet ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-10, Matthew 23:35, 1 John 3:12, Hebrews 12:24, Hebrews 11:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Overcoming The Homeless Spirit Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 16, 2025

In a world where stability and security are cherished, many individuals struggle with an invisible yet debilitating force known as the "homeless spirit.

In a world where stability and security are cherished, many individuals struggle with an invisible yet debilitating force known as the "homeless spirit." This spiritual condition goes beyond physical homelessness, manifesting in emotional, psychological, and relational instability. Rooted ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-16, Matthew 19:16-30

Society’s Beginning And Sin’s Painful Results Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 6, 2023

Society began much like it exists today – choices, sin, and failure to repent. But, we must see that we don’t need to continue like this! We CAN choose to live differently and be free from sin's consequences.

Alpha and Omega, Part 10 Society’s beginning and sin’s painful results Genesis 4:1-16 Principle of “GROW” for 2023: Do you know someone that could use an invite to Seasons? If you’d like to provide their name and address, we'd be happy to reach out to them by sending a letter and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-16, Hebrews 11:4, Psalm 56:12, 1 Corinthians 10:13, John 14:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Giving By Faith Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 8, 2023

Our giving, when in the right attitude brings us closer to God. We worship when we give our gifts to God.

God desires us to give our best. This is called giving the first fruits. This means the first agricultural produce of a season, especially when given as an offering to God. It applies to more than agriculture but giving our first and best to God. The idea that God wants us to give Him our best ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-16, Hebrews 11:4, Matthew 23:25, Luke 11:51, Jude 1:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Where Is Your Heart? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 12, 2024

This sermon explores knowing God personally, prioritizing Him, offering our best, and pursuing righteousness, as illustrated in the story of Cain and Abel.

Grace and peace to you, dear brothers and sisters. We gather here today, not as separate individuals, but as a united body, bound together by the love of Christ. As we prepare to turn our hearts and minds towards the Scripture, let us remember the words of the esteemed Christian author, J.I. Packer ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:2-7

Topics: Give God, Best

Learning From Cain And Abel: Simple Life Lessons SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

The lives of Cain and Abel teach us some important lessons about ourselves and our spiritual lives.

In the book of Genesis, we find the root and fruit of sin. The root of sin is disbelief and disobedience to God's commands. In Genesis 3, we see Eve doubting God's word and ultimately disobeying Him. In Genesis 4, we witness the consequences of sin through the lives of Cain and Abel. Children learn ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-16

Topics: Old Testament Characters

Romans Chapter 3 Verses 19-23 - Messages In Romans – Was The Law Of Moses Able To Fix Man’s Problems? Help Us! - Message 11 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 20, 2023

Paul shows that justification can not come from the Law of Moses, but the righteousness of God is known through faith. We work through these Roman verses and see them all brought together in the powerful Romans 3:23.

ROMANS CHAPTER 3 VERSES 19-23 - MESSAGES IN ROMANS – WAS THE LAW OF MOSES ABLE TO FIX MAN’S PROBLEMS? HELP US! - MESSAGE 11 [A]. ALL MOUTHS SILENCED FOR ALL ARE GUILTY AND CONDEMNED {{Romans 3:19 “Now we know that whatever the Law says, it speaks to those who are under the Law, that EVERY ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:19, Acts 17:31, Romans 3:20, James 1:23-24, James 2:10-11, Galatians 4:4-5, Galatians 3:24, Romans 3:21-22, Genesis 3:21, Genesis 4:4, Genesis 6:9, Genesis 6:5, Genesis 15:6, Genesis 22:13, 2 Peter 3:13, Romans 3:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You've Been Marked!

Contributed by Je Layugan on Oct 17, 2023

God marked Cain for protection after Cain killed his brother Abel. The mark on Cain is a sign of a cursed spirit, yet at the same time a symbol of God’s mercy, an assurance for us that wherever we have been, whatever we have become, God still loves us, God still longs for us.

There were these 2 brothers who asked their parents, “Why can’t we live in that beautiful garden with all kinds of animals and fruit-bearing trees?”. The mother replied, “Because when your dad and I were young, we were foolish and disobeyed its creator. We were expelled from that place created ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-17, Isaiah 64:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Impact Of Sin (Lessons From Cain And Abel)

Contributed by Terry Hovey on May 29, 2025

Many view this book with skepticism, claiming it’s an allegory or myth that’s been fabricated by the ancients to explain their existence and reason for being, but I believe this book to be a literal, historical record...

The Impact of Sin (Lessons from Cain and Abel) Ge 4:1-16 Our Sunday School lesson today takes us all the way back to the beginning of the Bible, the book of Genesis. It’s the name given to this first book because this first book speaks of the beginnings or origins of all things, which is what the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Anger - An Open Door To The Enemy

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Feb 2, 2026

There are many ways in which devil finds his way into the lives of believers. These are generally the open doors that we provide him.

In The Screwtape Letters, a little book written by C. S. Lewis, a demon by the name of Screwtape writes letters to his nephew, Wormwood, on how to be more successful at tempting human beings. In one letter, Screwtape advises Wormwood that if he wants to keep his assigned human on the road to hell, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-27, Mark 3:4-5, James 1:20, Luke 15:28, Genesis 4:1-4, 1 Peter 5:8  (view more)  (view less)