Sermons on Genesis 26:

Avoiding Quarrels

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 7, 2001

How Isaac avoided quarrels and let things go when God directed

How to Solve Quarrels 1. Aim: To lead the people to know how to follow Isaac’s example of obedience in avoiding quarrels and overcoming the opposition with kindness, hard-work and friendliness. 2. Explanation of the Aim: Even though Isaac has to admit that he sinned, God still uses him because ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Overcome Provocation As Isaac Did

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 23, 2001

How to Overcome Provocation as Isaac Did (Godliness is profitable for all things, even an antidote to over-reacting to provocations)

How to Overcome Provocation as Isaac Did - Gen 26:1-35 Intro - How should we respond we were are bullied? As children we all encountered a bully and learned that it is better to avoid a fight and to overcome opposition with kindness, wisdom and friendliness. Illustration:On a wall near the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Abraham Obeyed God

Contributed by Matthew Hyde on Feb 8, 2002

It is important to obey God.

Introduction: Abraham was a man that obeyed God When we think of Abraham we think of the father of the Hebrew people He became the father of that nation because he obeyed God YOU WILL NOT MAKE IT FAR IN LIFE IF YOU NEVER LEARN OBEDIENCE Gen. 12:4- Abraham obeyed God and left all he had for a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:5, Proverbs 3:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Wells Of Issac

Contributed by Chuck Cochran on Jan 25, 2001

This sermon encourages the believer to grow in their faith.

“The Wells of Isaac” or Prosperity in The Famine Gen. 26 1) There is a Problem v. 1 2) There is a Precept v. 2 (Rule or Principle) 3) There is a Promise v. 3-4 Every Christian should Prosper in a Famine by examining the truths found in “The Wells of Isaac”. 1) In The Wells of Isaac you will ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

Priorities

Contributed by George Rennau on Aug 25, 2003

Isaac son of Abraham went up to Beersheeba and there he demonstrated godly priorities.

Title: Priorities Surprised to see an empty seat at the Super Bowl stadium, a diehard fan remarked about it to a woman sitting nearby. “It was my husband’s,” the woman explained, “But he died.” “I’m very sorry,” said the man. “Yet I’m really surprised that another relative, or friend, didn’t jump ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:24-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rediscovering God's Blessings

Contributed by Mark Elkins on Feb 15, 2003

God wants to bless us. This message gives insight on finding His blessing. Isaac found his father’s wells. We could find some wells from our Father also.

A man and his wife were walking in a crowd. The husband delighted his wife by taking her had. She asked, “You don’t want to lose me?” He replied, “I don’t want to have to look for you.” Hodgin, Michael. 1001 Humorous Illustrations # 824 P.312. Isn’t that the way we are? We don’t want to have ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Digging God's Wells

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Feb 25, 2003

Abraham was a well digger, and Isaac followed his dad and went back to re-dig the wells that the unbelievers had filled up. We too are to be well diggers. Are you one?

A Sermon For You A Ministry of Huckaby’s Evangelism (Today’s Sermon Title) Digging God’s Wells By-Evangelist Gary Huckaby Text: Genesis 26:17-23 “And Isaac departed thence, and pitched his tent in the valley of Gerar, and dwelt there. And Isaac digged again the wells of water, which they had ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:17-23

Denomination: Baptist

God's Faithfulness Despite Man's Unfaithfulness

Contributed by A.t. Stewart on Jul 20, 2004

Even when we are unfaithful, we can count on God to remain faithful.

GOD WILL STAY FAITHFUL EVEN WHEN YOU ARE NOT! Gen 26 I. LAST WEEK WE SAW THAT THE Christian LIFE IS LIKE A MARATHON. A. The writer of Hebrews exhorted us to lay aside the weights….. Run with endurance the race that is set before keeping our focus on Jesus. 1. Do we run the race perfectly? 2. Do ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-35

Making The Right Choices: Do Not Be Unequally Yoked In Marriage Series

Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Oct 20, 2004

God’s people should make the right choice by marrying "in the Lord". Read all about the wrong choice of wives made by Esau.

MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICES: DO NOT BE UNEQUALLY YOKED IN MARRIAGE (GENESIS 26:34-35) Compiled by: Herman Abrahams (Pastor), Cornerstone Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 740, Westridge 7802, Rep. of South Africa. E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:34-35

Denomination: Charismatic

"And Sent Her Away..." By Dr. E. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Sep 22, 2004

One degree makes all the difference. For example at 212 degrees water boils. One degree less and it’s just hot water. Abraham’s life took that one degree turn that brought devastation. Let’s see why!

Introduction Did you know that one degree can make all the difference between disaster or discovery for anyones life? For example, at 212 degrees water boils, one degree less and it’s just hot water! Still not convinced, then listen to George Woods as he wrote concerning Korean Airline flight ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:14, Genesis 26:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

War Of The Wells

Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on May 21, 2003

Four steps to enduring strife

INTRODUCTION: As we approach the time for Vacation Bible School, I would like for us to take a look at some of the lessons our children will work through. Today I have chosen the story of the Isaac’s contention with the Philistines over wells. Our VBS material uses this story to teach the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:12-33

Denomination: Baptist

Fruitfulness Amidst Famine 2 Of 15 Series

Contributed by Raphiel Manenge on Oct 16, 2006

Don’t leave your area of gifting, purposes and blessings because of famine .Taking action to change unfavorable situations in life is commendable. However, understand if it’s the appropriate change. Otherwise, you will be leaving Canaan going into Egypt.

“GOD appeared to him and said, "Don’t go down to Egypt; stay where I tell you. Stay here in this land and I’ll be with you and bless you. I’m giving you and your children all these lands, fulfilling the oath that I swore to your father Abraham.” (Gen 26:2-3 MSG) Don’t go to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:2-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Family Inheritance Series

Contributed by Douglas Vincent on Mar 17, 2006

Isaac repeats his Fathers mistake while simultatiously benefiting from his Fathers Faith and blessing. What we receive from our Parents is both Good and Bad, and I want us to wrestle with the reality of our own mixed inheritance.

1. The Creation Stage Gen. 1–11 2. The Patriarchal Stage Gen. 12–50; Job 3. The Exodus Stage Exod.—Deut. 4. The Conquest Stage Josh. 5. The Judges Stage Judg.—1 Sam. 1–7 6. The United Kingdom Stage 1 Sam. 8—1 Kings 11; 1 Chron.—2 Chron. 9; Pss.—Song of Sol. 7. The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-35

Denomination: Methodist

Moving Forward

Contributed by C.a. Mccracken on Apr 5, 2005

One man said this..."If we always do what we’ve always done, we’ll always be what we’ve always been." This message deals with taking the next step forward in pursuit of God’s plan for our lives.

Gen 26:12-13 12 Then Isaac sowed in that land, and received in the same year an hundredfold: and the LORD blessed him. 13 And the man waxed great, and went forward, and grew until he became very great: If we look closely at our scripture we will notice that Isaac became great because of God’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:12-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Furnishings Of Faith

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 3, 2006

Three things that should be found in the life of any man or woman of faith: An altar of dedication to the will of the Saviour A tent of detachment from the ways of society A well of dependence on the Word of the Spirit.

THE FINISHING OF FAITH Hebrews 11 could be called "The Saints Hall of Fame", "The Westminster Abbey of Scripture", and "The Honor Roll of the Old Testament Saints." It deals with the excellency of faith. We observe faith worshipping, walking, working, waiting, warring, and faith winning. We ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:25

Denomination: Baptist