Sermons on Genesis 4:3-12:

What Do I Have To Offer God

Contributed by Matthew Davaughn Cox on Mar 18, 2013

Gen. 4:1-6

I. Today's message is on Cain and Abel a. Coming from the book of Genesis b. Focusing on the 4th chapter c. Zooming in on verses 1-6 II. Who was Cain a. Cain was a tiller of the ground b. He was also the one who killed his brother Abel c. Cain's offering did not find favor with God because he did ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-6

Denomination: *other

My Brothers Keeper

Contributed by Matthew Davaughn Cox on Apr 1, 2013

Genesis 4:9

I. I am sure that many of us have asked ourselves, am I my brothers keeper? And if we were to be true with one another we sometimes say no to that question. Reason being is because we are asked that question after someone has made us mad. II. When God created us he created us to help one another. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:9

Denomination: *other

Cowboys Versus Farmers?

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 28, 2013

It is our attitude, not our sacrifices, that reflects the nature of the man within.

COWBOYS VERSUS FARMERS? Genesis 4:1-8. The acceptance of Abel’s offering as opposed to Cain’s is often explained in terms of THE NATURE OF THE SACRIFICE. We are reminded that “almost all things are by the law purged with blood; and without shedding of blood, there is no remission” (Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Problem With Jealousy

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Oct 10, 2013

It's impossible to be thankful and feel jealous at the same time

Have you ever wanted something that was not yours? Have you ever wanted what someone else had so much that you wished that they didn't have it? Or because they have what you don't, you get consumed with the idea, and it's all you can think about, and the more you think about what they have and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

My Brother's Keeper

Contributed by Tim Smith on Nov 3, 2013

This sermon deals with sin and the family and the generational affect

My Brother’s Keeper? Genesis 4:1-18 How many of you have a perfect family? Not a one huh? Then this message is for you and me. In our Scripture today, we see the first family, I mean, the very first family. Adam and Eve gave birth to their first son Cain and not long after, a second son, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

The Saddest Word Series

Contributed by Jim Kilson on May 27, 2014

Part 2 of 8 in a series covering words in the Bible that are all too often overlooked or ignored.

INTRODUCTION: So what is the “saddest” word in the Bible? We mentioned it last week, so I guess we could call this a “test.” If we were to ask, again the answers would be as diverse as the people answering the question. Some would say death, fear, hate, or even lost… ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:6-8

Denomination: Christian Church

Cain And Abel Series

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Jun 7, 2014

We continue now in our Basic Bible Stories Series with the story of Cain and Abel. Previously we looked at Adam and Eve in the garden and the Fall of Man. Today, we see the “fruit” of that fall: children born into sin (Psalm 51:5).

BASIC BIBLE STORIES Cain & Abel (Genesis 4:1-16) We continue now in our Basic Bible Stories Series with the story of Cain and Abel. Previously we looked at Adam and Eve in the garden and the Fall of Man. Today, we see the “fruit” of that fall: children born into sin (Psalm 51:5). ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Worship, My Way

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Mar 22, 2014

As Cain and Abel's offerings are examined we see that Cain wanted to worship his way instead of God's way.

Worship, My Way Genesis 4: 1-7 Play YouTube video of My Way by Frank Sinatra. First 45 seconds. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7GHgE8fylQ Intro: How many of you remember that song? Some of you may know it as a song that Elvis Presley sang and had great success with it. What you just heard was the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Raising Cain Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Dec 17, 2013

A sermon based on the idea that it is possible to raise a pagan in a Christian home.

Series: For Better or For Worse Pt. 6 "Raising Cain" Genesis 4:1-15 Genesis 4:1 And Adam knew Eve his wife; and she conceived, and bare Cain, and said, I have gotten a man from the Lord. INTRODUCTION: In today's message we see the birth of the first two human beings on earth through the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Blood Of Abel Vs Blood Of Christ

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 29, 2013

To show the importance of CHRIST's blood in our forgiveness and redemption and this is forever.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you thank the FATHER GOD because of CHRIST JESUS's blood? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the importance of CHRIST's blood in our forgiveness and redemption and this is forever. IV. TEXT: Genesis 4:10 (Amplified Bible) 4:10 And [the Lord] said, What ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Is Your Brother? Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Oct 22, 2014

We spend a lot of time posing questions to God, but what about the questions that God would pose to us?

Where is Your Brother? Series: What God Wants To Know Brad Bailey – September 14, 2014 Continuing the series we began last week…entitled “What God Wants to Know.” Last week… “Where are you?... do you know the position you are in of being separate from me… ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:3-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Godless In God's House Series

Contributed by Clay Hallmark on Aug 15, 2013

Message # 2 in this sermon series helping us discover how we have a place and a purpose in God's HIStory as recorded throughout the Bible from Genesis to Revelation.

Today is our 2nd Sunday in our new summer worship emphasis both in worship and in our small group SS classes called, “A place in HIStory!” What we are learning together this summer is how each of us directly and intentionally fit into God’s entire story as recorded in the Bible! ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:3-12

Denomination: Baptist

Sin Must Be Conquered

Contributed by James Kelly on Aug 24, 2013

Sin must be conquered in our life. This sermon will examine four facts concerning sin.

Key Question: What was the difference between Abel’s sacrifice and that of Cain’s? There are four facts concerning sin which are found in these verses. I. Sin will keep us from doing our best unto the Lord. “Therefore, by Him let us continually offer the sacrifice of praise to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Evil

Contributed by Andrew Drummond on Mar 3, 2010

Many ask Christians this question believing that because evil exists then that must mean there is no God, but that is a false argument. If God is good then how can there be genocide in Rwanda and shootings in high schools? How do you answer people when th

There isn’t anyone alive that would deny the existence of evil, but what is our response to it from a biblical perspective? We see its impact around us all the time yet many people struggle to define. Where does evil come from? Many ask Christians this question believing that because evil ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-10

The Bobble-Head Syndrome - Living Up To Your Potential

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Mar 6, 2010

God expects His people to be what they say they are without wavering.

March 7, 2010 Morning Worship Text: Genesis 4:2-12 Subject: Holiness Title: The Bobble-Head Syndrome I’ve entitled my sermon today “The Bobble – Head Syndrome.” You may wonder where I am going with this and if you’ll bear with me we’ll get there. You know ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:2-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God