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  • John Kapteyn avatar

    A Never Changing Promise

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 60 ratings
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    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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    "Entertaining Angels…and Other Strangers”

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 7, 2002
    based on 140 ratings
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    Hospitality--Biblical instruction, Biblical examples, and how this relates to us today.

    “Entertaining Angels…and Other Strangers” -a sermon on hospitality Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Introduction: We read in the Nativity story, “…there was no room for them at the inn.” Those are familiar words, but this is not a Christmas message. ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    A Fresh Encounter With God Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 27, 2000
    based on 204 ratings
     | 37,000 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
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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
     | 12,117 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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    Divine Ability

    Contributed by Alton Coleman on Aug 13, 2001
    based on 104 ratings
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    Whatever your need, God is able to supply it.

    Divine Ability Scripture Reading: Genesis 18:9-16 Alternative Reading: Daniel 3:12-18 Scripture Text: Genesis 18:14a “Is any thing too hard for the Lord?” Introduction: You might want to ask yourself whether you have a big God or a little God? A little girl listened attentively as her ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Mother's Day!

    Contributed by William Young on Sep 10, 2001
    based on 59 ratings
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    A tribute to God’s Masterful Servants; Our Mothers’!

    Mothers Day A 15 yr old boy came bounding into the house and found his mom in bed. He asked if she was sick or something. He was truly concerned! Mom replied that , as a matter of fact, she didn’t feel too well. The son replied, “Well, don’t worry about dinner, I’ll be happy to carry you down to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    All You Can Eat Buffet

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Nov 1, 2002
    based on 61 ratings
     | 4,531 views

    Some people approach worship like a buffet, gorging themselves to their own satisfaction, when we need to God.

    Title: The All You Can Eat Buffet Text: Genesis 18:1-3 Introduction 1. We love to eat out! A. It makes it easier for Kay, because there is less mess and clean up. B. It doesn’t require preparation. C. Everyone can order what they want, D. we don’t all have to have the same thing. 2. Of ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Nothing Is To Hard For Our Lord

    Contributed by Barbara Folsom on Feb 25, 2002
    based on 114 ratings
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    We face many difficulties in life but we can learn from Genesis 18:14 that nothing is to hard for our Lord. We must trust Him in the difficult times.

    Nothing is to hard for our Lord Genesis 18:14 “Is anything to hard for the Lord” v Have you ever felt like you just can’t do something? v Like maybe you aren’t smart enough, or talented enough, or strong enough to do a particular task, or to do what you know the Lord wants you to do? v Have ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Abraham's Promise And The Response

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 7, 2001
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    Conditions for seeing the fulfillment of God’s promises for your life

    Unit 7 – Journeys Lesson 16 – God’s Promise to Abraham and Abraham’s Response – Gen. 12:2-3; 15:1-6; 18:1-15 For the Teacher’s Preparation 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand the nature of God’s promises and the conditions necessary to receive His blessings. 2. Explanation of the Aim: There ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Walk In God's Promises

    Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jun 19, 2001
    based on 91 ratings
     | 21,143 views

    Like Father Abraham we walk in God’s promises

    “Father Abraham had many sons.” How many of the young people here this morning know that song? The song “Father Abraham” is one our children love to sing. I am sure we will sing it once or twice this week during vacation Bible school. In addition to singing about Father Abraham there are some ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Martin Wiles avatar

    Building Families Of Faith

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on May 5, 2002
    based on 86 ratings
     | 11,964 views

    This sermon tells what is necessary to have families that are pleasing to God.

    Introduction The young preacher was shocked to hear the well-known evangelist utter the words; “Yes, I have spent some of the happiest moments of my life in the arms of another man’s wife.” Then, following a pause, the evangelist added, “That woman was my mother.” A few weeks later as the young ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "An Unlikely Mother"

    Contributed by Mark Hensley on May 11, 2002
    based on 87 ratings
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    Today we honor Mother’s certainly Mother’s it is after all Mother’s day….but we would be remiss if we didn’t take the time to celebrate the tenderness warmth and kindness that can be found in women. Women who love the Lord!

    West Greeley Baptist Church May 10 2002 “An unlikely mother” Genesis 18: 10-15 Pastor Mark Hensley 10 Then the Lord [3] 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 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Beehler avatar

    A Googol

    Contributed by John Beehler on Jun 13, 2002
    based on 25 ratings
     | 3,690 views

    Father’s Day 2002

    A Googol Where have all the dads gone? The June 28, 1993 issue of Time magazine had a cover story on fatherhood in which it examined the changes in “family life”. Fathers used to occupy a greater place in the home but the Industrialization Era changed all ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Nothing Is Too Difficult For God

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 21, 2001
    based on 58 ratings
     | 17,445 views

    Another message on the awesome power of God!

    Nothing is Too Difficult for God Various Scriptures Introduction My message will be rather brief this morning (no cheering, please!), because given the fact that we will be eating shortly, then have our meeting, I don’t want to keep us any later than necessary. This is not news to you, but I’m ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan