Sermons on Genesis 4:4:

Envy - A Perverted Love

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 13, 2022

This message is about how we sometimes find ourselves desiring something that belongs to someone else and in the process becoming resentful of the one who has what we desire.

Envy – A Perverted Love Scripture: Genesis 4:1-8; Proverbs 14:30; Mark 7:20-23; Luke 6:45 The title of my message this morning is “Envy – A Perverted Love.” Let me tell you a story. There was a man who had a brother whom you would assume that he loved. One day both brothers brought an offering ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-8, Mark 7:20-23, Luke 6:45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Genesis Chapter Four Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 26, 2022

These are thoughts on Genesis Chapter Four. 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 FOUR OVERVIEW Overall what is happening in this chapter is that the effects of sin is shown to the third generation of Adam. Matthew Henry (1714) – Genesis 4 In this chapter we have both the world and the church in a family, in a little family, in Adam's family, and a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In The Beginning - The Plan Unveiled Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Feb 12, 2024

From the very the Beginning, GOD had laid out HIS plan of redemption for the problem with sin that mankind suffered. HIS Plan is a real love story that was written in blood on a wooden cross in Jerusalem almost 2,000 years ago and revealed in Genesis 5. What's in a name?

2024.02.11.SERMON NOTES.IN THE BEGINNING PT 3a & 3b THE PLAN UNVEILED WILLIAM AKEHURST, HSWC BIG IDEA: From the very the Beginning, GOD had laid out HIS plan of redemption for the problem with sin that mankind suffered. HIS Plan is a real love story that was written in blood on a wooden cross ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16, Ephesians 1:3-10, Genesis 4:1-25, Genesis 5:1-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

Mindset: Controlling Anger Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 21, 2022

Using the story of Cain and Able this message deals with what happens when we have a mindset of anger.

Introduction Opening Illustration “Keep a sharp eye out for weeds of bitter discontent. A thistle or two gone to seed can ruin a whole garden in no time.” -Hebrews 12: 15 Max Lucado begins Chapter 11 (“Revenge Feels Good, But Then . . .”) of You’ll Get Through This with the story of businessman ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-10, James 1:19

Denomination: Church Of God

Uplifting Worship Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 5, 2021

If you want God to lift you up in worship, then come humbly, come sincerely, and come believing God.

Chuck Swindoll tells the story of a typical American family driving home from church one Sunday. Dad was fussing about the sermon being too long and sort of boring. Mom said she thought the organist played too loudly during the second hymn they sang. Sis, who was a music major in college, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-5, Hebrews 11:4, Hebrews 11:6, Jude 1:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Murder At The Altar

Contributed by David Dunn on Dec 3, 2025

The first murder at the altar exposes the danger of unsurrendered worship, but Jesus’ blood speaks mercy, transforming Cain-like hearts through grace.

There is a sentence that sounds almost unbelievable the first time you hear it. A sentence we tend to rush past because it feels too severe, too intrusive, too revealing. But when you slow down long enough to take it seriously, it begins to open a doorway into the human heart… and into the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-10, Hebrews 12:24, Matthew 5:23-24, Romans 5:8, 1 John 1:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

When Religion Collides With Revelation

Contributed by David Dunn on Dec 8, 2025

Cain and Abel reveal two spiritual systems: self-made religion or grace-filled revelation. God accepts only the worship shaped by surrender to His revealed way.

Some of the most defining moments in Scripture arrive without fanfare. No thunder. No angels. No miracles that split seas or shake mountains. Just a simple scene, described with almost startling brevity, that quietly reveals the inner architecture of the human heart. The story of Cain and Abel in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:3-7, Hebrews 11:4, 1 John 3:12, Hebrews 12:24, John 14:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Conquering Sin Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 14, 2025

We can conquer the sin issue, overcoming sin that is setting at the door.

Title: Conquering Sin Theme: We can conquer the sin issue, overcoming sin that is setting at the door. Text: Genesis 4:3 - 7 Note: This message was preached at a special service. People were encouraged to invite the lost. Welcome, welcome. We are glad you are here. Around you, you will find ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:3-7

Denomination: Church Of God

The Law Of Sowing And Reaping Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 18, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore few biblical examples of how those who hurt others will reap what they sow.

The concept of sowing and reaping is a fundamental principle in the Bible, emphasizing the idea that our actions have consequences. Galatians 6:7-8 reminds us, "Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap. For the one who sows to his flesh will from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:20-23, Genesis 4:1-16

Am I My Brother's Keeper?

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 13, 2025

Cain’s defiant question “Am I my brother’s keeper?” denied responsibility for Abel’s life. The gospel calls us instead to love and protect others, with Jesus as the true Keeper.

Introduction – The Question Everyone Knows Almost everyone has heard the line “Am I my brother’s keeper?” It shows up in political speeches, social campaigns, even sitcom punch lines. It sounds noble—like a call to look after one another. But here’s the surprise: those words were never a command ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-12, Hebrews 11:4, 1 John 3:11-12, Leviticus 19:18, Luke 10:25-37, Galatians 6:2, John 10:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

We Love The Easy. The Path Of Least Resistance?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 30, 2025

Have we developed an attitude of looking for games, entertainment and the easy? The path of least resistance can hide many dangers. Life is not who has the biggest, best toys. Life is not a game.

WE LOVE EASY? THE PATH OF LEAST RESISTANCE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Is it easier to lose your temper than stay calm? Is it easier to communicate with people on the computer than it is to communicate with your family? Is it easier to watch ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:3-4, Galatians 6:4-7, Mark 8:36

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Monster Of Rejection

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 23, 2022

Our mind is a battleground. The battle to become more like Jesus takes place in our mind. There are mind monsters that we must confront. It is time to turn on the light!

I. Introduction The Scare Factory illustrated in Monsters Inc. is still in full effect. However, rather than harvesting the screams of children to power the city of "Monstropolis", the monsters in this scare factory harvests our peace and our sanity. Adam and Eve fall in the Garden and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37, Genesis 4:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sixth Sunday After Trinity (B C P). Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 22, 2025

Sermons upon the Bible readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

Psalm 90:12-17, Genesis 4:2-15, Romans 6:3-11, Matthew 5:20-26. A). APPLICATION OF THE TRUTH CONCERNING THE BREVITY OF LIFE. Psalm 90:12-17. Psalm 90:12. When we do reverence the LORD, we will want Him to teach us to make a right application of the truth about the brevity of our lives. We need ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:12-17, Genesis 4:2-15, Romans 6:3-11, Matthew 5:20-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational