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  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Laughing Away The Burdens

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 4, 2000
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    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

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    The Privileges Of Friendship With God Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 6, 2000
    based on 88 ratings
     | 12,096 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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    Waiting For God Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Apr 8, 2001
    based on 148 ratings
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    This message first looks at the frustration and responses Christians have when God does not act according to our plan and then the need for our response to trust Him.

    Waiting For God Genesis 16 1 Now Sarai, Abram’s wife, had borne him no children. And she had an Egyptian maidservant whose name was Hagar. 2 So Sarai said to Abram, "See now, the LORD has restrained me from bearing children. Please, go in to my maid; perhaps I shall obtain children by her." And ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is It That God Can't Do For You

    Contributed by Terry Owens on Apr 25, 2001
    based on 101 ratings
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    When we think small we limit God, there’s nothing He can’t do for you. Open the possiblities with this message.

    Gen 18:14 Is any thing too hard for the LORD? At the time appointed I will return unto thee, according to the time of life, and Sarah shall have a son. KJV Num 11:23 And the LORD said unto Moses, Is the LORD’s hand waxed short? thou shalt see now whether my word shall come to pass unto thee or ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Assurance Of Living Under God's Covenant Series

    Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Mar 23, 2004
    based on 46 ratings
     | 8,554 views

    we will read of a new level of revelation that came to Abram about the nature and purposes of God’s works. He gained a deeper understanding of his covenant relationship with God and from that understanding, moved into a deeper obedience that was sustained

    Beginnings # 5 Once again, we turn to the book of Beginnings, the book of Genesis, as we continue in this series about foundations that undergird our understanding of this world and our God. Today’s subject matter is both comforting and complex! Our text comes from the 17th chapter of Genesis. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Working With God On Behalf Of Our World Series

    Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Mar 23, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 5,082 views

    How God used Abraham to make a Difference, partners with God in changing our world

    Beginnings # 6 "He Remembered Abraham"- Working With God On Behalf of our World Most Believers want to make a difference in the world of which we are part! We want to see our friends and family come to know God so they share in our hope of eternal life. We want to see sick people healed, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Time For A Faith Lift

    Contributed by Johann Neethling on Jul 29, 2005
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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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    God's Word Is Nothing To Laugh At

    Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Sep 2, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 4,086 views

    Sermon on Gods Word

    9th Sunday after Pentecost Genesis 18:10-15 10 Then the LORD said, “I will surely return to you about this time next year, and Sarah your wife will have a son.” Now Sarah was listening at the entrance to the tent, which was behind him. 11 Abraham and Sarah were already old and well advanced in ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Patrick Mead avatar

    The Covenant Series

    Contributed by Patrick Mead on Feb 20, 2006
    based on 44 ratings
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    The Covenant

    The Covenant Genesis 17:1-27 Introduction An overriding theme throughout the scriptures is that of covenant. The term covenant, as it is used in the Bible, describes how God relates to man. The theme of covenant runs from the Genesis to Revelation. In fact, one could say that at the heart ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Day God Came Near

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 27, 2006
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    (1) In prayer, we are engaging an active God who respond. (2) In prayer, do not limit the way God respond to you; and (3) in prayer, God converse with you as His friend.

    [I’ve take most thoughts in this sermon from John White’s book People in Prayer.] Last week we look at one of God’s promise when a person prays: • Heb 11:6 “...anyone who comes to Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.” • God gives us a promise, that if ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Sarah Laughed

    Contributed by William Hayes on Apr 26, 2006
    based on 28 ratings
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    A meditation on Biblical themes joined by the word laughter.

    I had a terrible thing happen a few weeks ago when I was taking a service in a wee church (that shall remain nameless) in the country. I had got to that stage in the service where I was leading people in the prayers of confession and as I was just about to finish a particularly sombre bit about ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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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 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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    The Gift Of Hospitality Series

    Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Jun 11, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,595 views

    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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    The Buffet

    Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Feb 12, 2005
    based on 35 ratings
     | 3,983 views

    When we come to worship we must participate fully not just in the parts we like.

    This sermon was adapted from an idea of Larry Brincefi Growing up in a military family I have had to learn how to adjust. When we moved from Texas to California we had to learn how to forget that Bar-B-Que existed and move on to other things. When we moved to New Orleans we had to adjust from ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ