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  • Eddie Snipes avatar

    Walk And Be Blameless Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on May 4, 2001
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    Abraham was justified before Isaac was born, yet his sacrifice was evidence of this faith. This study looks at our lifestyle as evidence for our faith in Christ or in the world.

    Walking by Faith and Blameless Genesis 17:1 When Abram was ninety-nine years old, the LORD appeared to Abram and said to him, "I am Almighty God; walk before Me and be blameless. 2 "And I will make My covenant between Me and you, and will multiply you exceedingly." 3 Then Abram fell on his face, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Time For A Faith Lift

    Contributed by Johann Neethling on Jul 29, 2005
    based on 89 ratings
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    How to respond when we face seemingly insurmountable challenges.

    TIME FOR A FAITH LIFT Genesis 18:1-15; Luke 1: 5-25 1. There’s a company on the Internet called Face Lift, aggressively marketing their non-surgical rejuvenating product. Their web page states: • Think about it . . . you can look younger in just 15 minutes. Simply apply our formula, and lift 10 ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Generational Legacy Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Greg Carr on Sep 8, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,617 views

    A legacy as defined by Webster’s dictionary is any thing that has been handed down from an ancestor.

    PRAYER Father, open my eyes to see Your Word. Open my ears to hear. Open my mind to understand. And open my heart so I may receive Your Word today. AMEN A legacy as defined by Webster’s dictionary is anything that has been handed down from an ancestor. Last week I shared with you the story of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    El Shaddai Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Sep 9, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 12,327 views

    Names of God 3: El Shaddai. What does ’El’ mean, and if that means ’Powerful’, ’mighty’ etc already- why add Shaddai to it?

    Names of God 3: El Shaddai WBC 11/9/5pm Genesis 17:1-9 "IN THE NAME OF JESUS" Paul Harvey told about a 3-year-old boy who went to the grocery store with his mother. Before they entered the grocery store she said to him, "Now you’re not going to get any chocolate chip cookies, so don’t even ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gift Of Hospitality Series

    Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Jun 11, 2006
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    God has gifted every child of HIs with the special ability to do something to enhance the kingdom. Today we focus on those who are people persons.

    PART VI: DISCOVERING YOUR GIFT: THE GIFT OF HOSPITALITY GENESIS 18:1-10 INTRO: MOTHER/DAUGHTER STORY . . . QUESTION: GIFT OF HOSPITALITY HOSPITALITY – THE SPECIAL ABILITY THAT GID GIVES TO CERTAIN MEMBERS OF THE BODY OF CHRIST TO PROVIDE AN OPEN HOUSE AND WARM WELCOME FOR THOSE IN NEED OF FOOD, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Meal & A Promise Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 20, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
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    What would you do if God came to dinner? Abraham gives his best to the Lord and receives fellowship, promise, and plans for the future in return.

    Two things are accomplished in this chapter - a visit from God Himself for two reasons: blessings and judgment. God is reminding Abraham - and especially Sarah - of the promised son, and to engage Abraham in a discussion about judging sin. It teaches about God’s character and intercession. Verse ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Loving Others Through Hospitality

    Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Nov 7, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
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    Using Abraham as an example of demonstrating love to newcomers to the church in practical ways. This sermon prepared us for our Friendship Sunday the following week.

    Last week our focus was on how we can live out the second of the Great Commandments, to “love your neighbor as yourself.” Our particular focus was on demonstrating love to those who are not yet Christian or who may be Christian but are unchurched, they are not connected to Christ’s body the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Loving Others Through Hospitality Series

    Contributed by Anonymous Contributor on Sep 5, 2006
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    Encouraging the church to love our neighbor by our hospitality to guests using Abraham as an model.

    Practical Exercise during worship: After singing have congregation greet at least two people they do not know, or have not greeted in a long time (hint: encourage them to get out of their pews if they have to). Give extra time for this. Last week our focus was on how we can live out the second ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Fresh Encounter With God Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 27, 2000
    based on 204 ratings
     | 37,065 views

    How God changed Abram

    A Study of the Life of Abraham A Fresh Encounter With God Gen 17:1-8 In this passage there is a definite challenge to Abram to move to a new level of trust and faith. At a time when Abram may have thought that his best years are behind him, God asks him to move up. This call to move higher ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Laughing Away The Burdens

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 4, 2000
    based on 119 ratings
     | 16,982 views

    Abraham laughed in the cynicism of old age; Sarah laughed in the denial that defends against what is inevitable; but beyond both of them God laughed in joy at the triumph of His purposes, fulfilled in two aged followers.

    You have heard it said, “He who laughs last, laughs best.” Let me expand on that: I may laugh, you may laugh, but God will have the last and best laugh, for God’s purposes will be served. Laughter. There are all sorts of reasons to laugh. Some will laugh out of frustration; unable to do what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Hamby avatar

    The Privileges Of Friendship With God Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 6, 2000
    based on 88 ratings
     | 12,194 views

    Three privileges of being a friend of God.

    “The Privileges of Friendship with God” Genesis 18:1-33 To say that Abraham was God’s friend meant that he was a human being to whom the God of the universe felt close, whom he regarded highly, and with whom He wanted to share some of His intimate thoughts. That God was Abraham’s friend we can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Never Changing Promise

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 60 ratings
     | 9,693 views

    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

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "His Name Is El Shaddia" Series

    Contributed by Jerry Gatson on May 26, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 6,466 views

    El Shaddia is able to make you able to do all things.

    WHO IS THIS MAN (part 3) “His Name Is El Shaddia” SERIES TEXT: Hebrews 3:1 INTRODUCTION – If we are going to build a confidence in the principle and process of confession, we must build a confidence in the person of our confession. We must consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession, ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    Strengthening Your Faith In Troubled Times: A Laughing Faith Series

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jun 27, 2003
    based on 41 ratings
     | 9,193 views

    Strengthen your faith by laughter and confidence that God has heard and will intervene in your situation.

    Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches June 29, 2003 “Strengthening Your Faith in Troubled Times--A Laughing Faith” Genesis 18: INTRODUCTION: If you were to measure your faith on a continuum from 1-10, one being “Faith? What faith?” and 10 being “Faith is my middle name,” where would you rate ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    El-Shaddai

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jul 8, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,762 views

    To emphasize the power of God in our lives

    Genesis 17:1 El-Shaddai Purpose Statement: To build up the faith of the congregation by emphasis of God as the Almighty Powerful God. Opening Statement: Sometimes the difficulties in this life can overwhelm us. We need to come to God and His Word. We need to remember the God who is above all ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist