Sermons on Gleanings In Genesis:

In The Beginning: Transformed By Truth Genesis 1:1 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 30, 2023

In the opening verse of the Bible, we find a profound statement that sets the stage for the transformative power of truth. "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth" (Genesis 1:1 NLT)

"In the Beginning: Transformed by Truth" Introduction: In the opening verse of the Bible, we find a profound statement that sets the stage for the transformative power of truth. "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth" (Genesis 1:1 NLT). Join me on a journey ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Isaiah 40:28, Psalm 139:13-14, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Genesis: Authentic History From An Awesome God

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 14, 2023

This is the introduction to a series on the historical foundations of the first eleven chapters of the book of Genesis. These chapters present authentic events and real people. Without them, nothing else makes sense.

To try and comprehend the majesty and power of the Sovereign LORD God Almighty is like trying to place the entirety of the oceans inside a thimble. To hear skeptics and infidels crow that God does not exist or does not care for what is happening in this world is to hear the finite, limited, and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, John 1:1-4, Hebrews 1:1-4, Psalm 19:1, Colossians 1:16-18, Psalm 47:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of Praise And Worship From Genesis To Revelations

Contributed by Maria Saunders on Nov 20, 2018

The Ministry of Praise and Worship isn’t new fad for today’s 21st century church. The beginning of creation gave God praise and in Revelations God is worshiped.

Today’s trend (fad) is men exposing their bottoms and women revealing their tops. However, the ministry of Praise and Worship isn’t new fad for today’s 21st century church. On the contrary since God spoke, the beginning of creation is disclosed in the Book of Genesis giving praise to God. Then ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Identity 1– Created For Relationship Genesis 2 Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Apr 11, 2019

Who we are isn’t defined by our vocation or our successes, fears, or failures – our identity is so much more than these things. As Christ-followers, who we are, is determined by our spiritual birth.

If I were to ask – Who’s Billy Graham? Most would say – BG was a great evangelist. And that’d be correct. But would it answer my question? No. B/c being an evangelist isn’t who BG is – it is what he used to do. If the totality of BG’s identity is found in being an evangelist, then who is he now ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5

Denomination: Baptist

Abram & Lot Separate (Genesis 13)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 19, 2024

As Abram left his home, have we left the world, and do we look for a heavenly city? Let's discuss this in Genesis 13.

God does not demand that everyone physically leave their country, but do Christians become spiritual citizens of a heavenly country? Are we therefore in the world but not of the world (John 17:14-15)? Let’s discuss this in Genesis 13. What did Abram do as he left Egypt for the promised ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Abraham's Family (Genesis 25)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 4, 2024

How do we handle sibling rivalry? Let's look at an example in Genesis 25.

Sibling rivalry can drive families apart, causing people to leave town, the farm, the business, the country. It doesn’t help when parents take sides. How do we navigate the delicate balance between our children? Let’s look at Abraham’s family in Genesis 25. Did Abraham remarry after the death of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph Genesis 37 Topical/Narrative Sermon. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jul 5, 2024

Parallels between Joseph and Jesus, the start of Joseph's journey as a redeemer.

If you read Genesis 37 you will be aware of the start of the journey of Joseph. Jacobs favored son born from his favored wife. This message is a wee bit different as it is a topical message, from the position of Joseph. I have tried to represent him from Genesis 37. When the hat goes on I am ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5, Genesis 37:7-8, Luke 23:34

Denomination: Salvation Army

Genesis – Part 1: Sa Simula, Diyos Series

Contributed by Jephthah Fameronag on May 15, 2025

Ang Biblia ay nagsisimula sa Diyos. Ang Genesis 1:1–5 ay hindi lamang tungkol sa paglikha ng mundo—ito rin ay pasimula ng ating pagkaunawa kung sino ang Diyos: Siya ay makapangyarihan, may layunin, at lubos na nasa kontrol ng lahat ng bagay.

Ang Biblia ay nagsisimula sa Diyos. Ang Genesis 1:1–5 ay hindi lamang tungkol sa paglikha ng mundo—ito rin ay pasimula ng ating pagkaunawa kung sino ang Diyos: Siya ay makapangyarihan, may layunin, at lubos na nasa kontrol ng lahat ng bagay. Sa loob lamang ng limang talata, ipinakita ang Kanyang ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Jacob's Ladder (Genesis 28)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 7, 2024

Did God mysteriously promise Christ to Jacob? Do we limit God to a place of worship, or recognize His blessings on us everywhere we go? Let's look at Genesis 28.

Do we limit God to a physical place? Can we truly limit God to a house of worship or is He with us everywhere? Was a mysterious promise of Christ included? Let’s look at Genesis 28. Did Isaac come to his senses and bless Jacob according to God’s will? Later, Isaac called Jacob and blessed him, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis Sermon 5: Origin Of Fish And Fowls

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 20, 2002

This is a sermon about the creation story.

A. INTRODUCTION: FIFTH DAY "And God said, Let the waters bring forth abundantly the moving creature that hath life, and fowl that may fly above the earth in the open firmament of heaven. And God created great whales, and every living creature that moveth, which the waters brought forth ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis Sermon 11: Second Generation Faith

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 20, 2002

This is a sermon about the creation story.

A. INTRODUCTION GENESIS 4:25 - 5:5 "And Adam knew his wife again; and she bare a son, and called his name Seth: for God, said she, hath appointed me another seed instead of Abel, whom Cain slew. And to Seth, to him also there was born a son; and he called his name Enos: then began men to call upon ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis 9: The Covenant Of Preservation And The Call To Responsibility Series

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Dec 5, 2025

Genesis 9 assures every believer that God’s covenant still stands, and His mercy is greater than judgment. The rainbow reminds us that God is committed to preserving us, sustaining us, and guiding us through every season of life.

Genesis 9: The Covenant of Preservation and the Call to Responsibility Summary Genesis chapter 9 marks a new beginning for humanity after the flood. God blesses Noah and his sons and commissions them to be fruitful, multiply, and fill the earth. The animals are now placed in fear and respect of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Genesis 10: The Spreading Of Nations And The Foundations Of The Earth Series

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Dec 5, 2025

Genesis 10 carries a reassuring message: no life is insignificant, and every family has destiny. God oversees the rise of nations, and He also oversees the unfolding of your personal journey...

Genesis 10: The Spreading of Nations and the Foundations of the Earth Summary Genesis chapter 10 is often called the Table of Nations because it records the descendants of Noah’s three sons—Shem, Ham, and Japheth and how they spread across the earth after the flood. This chapter provides a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 10:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Genesis 25:19-34 (Jacob & Esau)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 19, 2007

In a world marked by violence, the ancient story of Jacob and Esau reminds us that conflict has always been a part of the way God deals with his people, and it contains with...

We gather together today in the wake of the terrible terrorist attacks in London - violence that I suspect has left none of us unaffected. Tony Blair said, “They will never succeed in destroying what we hold dear” , and it’s hard not to admire his resilience, even though we recognise, I think, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-34

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Jacob Wrestles With God - A Reflection On Genesis 32

Contributed by David Smith on Dec 21, 2006

Father Dave’s Sermon on wrestling with God. Real growth experiences always involve struggle and pain. And so Jacob, at the turning point of his life, wrestles all night with a dark and shadowy figure by the river Jabbok. He struggles. He fights. He is wo

"Jacob was left alone; and a man wrestled with him until daybreak. (25) When the man saw that he did not prevail against Jacob, he struck him on the hip socket; and Jacob’s hip was put out of joint as he wrestled with him. (26) Then he said, "Let me go, for the day is breaking." But Jacob said, "I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:24-30

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican