Sermons on Genesis 12:1-50:26:

A Never Changing Promise

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Through God's promises to Abraham, we see how His promises never change.

Introductory Considerations 1. Tommy knew that his father kept his promises. And so when his father promised to buy him a new bike, he was excited. But he would have to wait a year - when he would turn 8 years old. Tommy couldn’t wait. He wanted to make sure his father wouldn’t forget and he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Here Am I

Contributed by Andrew Stringer on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction: All of us who know anything at all about the Bible are familiar with this story .

Introduction: All of us who know anything at all about the Bible are familiar with this story . . . how that . . . . 1. God spoke to Abraham to get out of his country into Canaan, and he did 2. God told Abraham that He would bless him by giving him a son and making his son into a nation 3. Sarah ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Offering Isaac

Contributed by Stephen Peele on Oct 18, 2000

Theme: What stands between you and God? Introduction: Years ago there was a man who claimed that God told him to scarifice his son, and he did but it wasn't to God.

Theme: What stands between you and God? Introduction: Years ago there was a man who claimed that God told him to scarifice his son, and he did but it wasn't to God. Satan is Jealous of the praise and worship that God get from his creation. He desires to be worshipped today, and he is getting alot ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Before You're Promoted, You Have To Pass The Test

Contributed by Andy Harris on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: This is a pivotal day in the history of Central Assembly of God.

Intro: This is a pivotal day in the history of Central Assembly of God. We may never pass this way again. There are some important lessons today God wants us to understand before we leave here. These lessons come from the story of Abraham offering his son Isaac on Mt. Moriah. I. GOD WILL TEST HIS ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Love Gone Bad

Contributed by Todd Riley on Oct 18, 2000

In preparing this sermon this week I found myself in somewhat of a quandary in regards to how to approach today’s sermon topic: love and romance.

In preparing this sermon this week I found myself in somewhat of a quandary in regards to how to approach today’s sermon topic: love and romance. The reason for my distress is that today is Valentines Day. For some it’s a great and wonderful day because you are in love with somebody. For others ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:15-30

Denomination: Baptist

Envy: A Deadly Sin

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introductory Consideration 1.

Introductory Consideration 1. "Its not fair, Tommy gets to stay up till 8 o’clock and I have to go to bed at 7:30, and he’s younger than me. I wish I had his parents." 2. "I wished I looked like she does. She’s so popular." 3. "Man, do I ever wish that I could play hockey like he does!" 4. "Did ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Forgiveness: Making A New Start

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Forgiveness is the creation of a new start.

Thesis: Forgiveness is the creation of a new start. Intro.: 1. If anybody ever had a right to hold a grudge--it was probably Joseph! a. You know the story (Gen. 37-50). 1) Most favored of Jacob's 12 sons (special coat). 2) Brothers hated him because of it (tattletale, dreams). 3) Brothers plot ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15

God Accepts Me, That's Grace

Contributed by Doug Brown on Oct 18, 2000

Joseph is a type of Christ Describe Joseph's history up to this point How Do We Know God Accepts Me? I.

Joseph is a type of Christ Describe Joseph's history up to this point How Do We Know God Accepts Me? I. Christ comes to us Personally v 1 II. Christ comes to us Plainly v4 III. Christ comes to us Providentially v 8 IV. Christ comes to us Provisionally v20 Use your own supporting scripture ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-20

Why Jesus Knew That Adversity Brings Out Either The Best Or The Worst In People

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

How to look positively at adversity

The Benefits of Adversity - Gen. 50:20 Illustration: Jesus said, In the world you will have tribulation, but be of good cheer for I have overcome the world. (John 16:33) 1. Jesus knew that adversity is on the outside of a person, an individual’s attitude determines whether one chooses to become ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Can Lead You As He Led Joseph

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit led Joseph in many ways, but chose to speak to him through dreams.

1. The Holy Spirit led Joseph in many ways, but chose to speak to him through dreams. Moses wrote, "Joseph had a dream, and when he told it to his brothers, they hated him all the more. He said to them, ‘We were binding sheaves of grain out in the field when suddenly my sheaf rose and stood ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:5-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Adonai - Lord Of All Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Oct 24, 2005

A message on the name Adonai - the Lord of All.

Lord of Ass Adonai – Gen. 15:1f Video: Hot and Cold clip – Is your life making a difference. Does it produce a reaction? Trans: I believe the answer to this question can be answered by determining who is on the throne. Truth is, no one has ever done anything great for God until they settled ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

El Elyon - God Most High Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Oct 24, 2005

A message on the name El Elyon - God Most High

Hello I Love Let Me Tell You My Name El Elyon – God Most High – Gen. 14 Intro: We‘ve been studying God’s name to understand who He is and how he relates to us. Trans: This morning I want to turn our attention to the name El Elyon – God Most High. El Elyon is used over 238 times in the O.T. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:13-24

Denomination: Baptist

El Shaddai - The God Who Satisfies Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Oct 24, 2005

A message on the name El Shaddai - the God Who Satisfies.

Hello I Love You El Shaddai – Gen. 17 Intro: This weekend 40+ men from WHFBC went to PK. Upon arriving, our men set out to find seats and I stayed at the entrance for the drivers. While waiting, I suddenly noticed a blur moving rapidly and uncomfortably toward me. Un-nerved this guy yelled in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Jehovah Jireh - The God Who Provides Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Oct 24, 2005

A message on the name Jehovah Jireh - the God Who Provides.

Hello I Love You Let Me Tell You My Name Jehovah Jireh – Gen. 22:1-19 Intro: I grew up playing sports, but my favorite sport was baseball. Sadly, I grew up in Atlanta where the Braves were perennial cellar-dwellers. They were so bad we used to attend games w/ paper bags over our heads for ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Covenant With God Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 27, 2005

God has made a covenant with his people, and if we keep the covenant we will be blessed.

Covenant With God Text: Gen. 15:1-18 Introduction 1. Read Gen. 15:1-18 2. What is a covenenant? ƒæ The word means "to bind," ¡XInternational Standard Bible Encyclopedia ƒæ "the covenant is that which binds together the parties." ¡XInternational Standard Bible Encyclopedia ƒæ A covenant with ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-18

Denomination: Methodist