Sermons on God Chose Abraham:

Abraham's Unwavering Faith (Pt 1)

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Nov 14, 2011

Message about having faith in God during the hard times in life

Unwavering Faith (part 1) Romans 4:18-25 Introduction If God says He will do something for you, He will do it! He always keeps his promises, but there are some things that you have to do in order to receive from Him. The best example of this is seen in the life of Abraham. When God promised ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Abraham's Third Test: Bitterness Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jan 18, 2013

Lot is in a "lot" of trouble if Abram has any bitterness.

Show video “Rebuilding” My mom died last Sunday. I had promised her that I would perform her funeral. There were quite a few loved ones concerned that it would be too much for me to handle. But I experienced the Holy Spirit in a way as I never have before. The beginning of the year ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

It Begins And Ends With Israel Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Jun 2, 2014

Beginning in chapter 12 and continuing all the way through the book of Revelation we see God’s reconciliation plan for man. And at the center of His plan is a man named Abraham.

“It Begins and Ends with Israel” Genesis 12:1-9 I want you to imagine for a moment that someone says to you, “John Grisham’s new book is the best I have ever read.” You have to read it right away. So you take your friend’s advice, you buy the book, get ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Tested By Family Squabbles Lesson 13 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 22, 2017

What to do when you fuss

A. INTRODUCTION: THE PROBLEM – GENESIS 21:1-21 1. Sarah was protective of “my son” (v. 10) Isaac. 2. Abraham struck up for the son causing the problem calling him “his son” (v. 11). 3. The older brother Ishmael (age 17) was “scoffing” (v. 9, NKJV). The word means taunting which carries ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Study Of Abraham, The Man Of Faith Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 21, 2015

The Study Of Abraham, The Man Of Faith

The Study Of Abraham, The Man Of Faith Genesis 12:1-3 (KJV) 1 Now the LORD had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father's house, unto a land that I will shew thee: 2 And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

Embrace The Tests Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 20, 2016

God gives us tests to refine our faith.

There’s never a convenient time for your car to break down is there? I mean who enjoys sitting at the side of the road waiting for the tow truck to come? Who likes spending time (and money) at the mechanic’s? No one that I know of. But have you ever considered why we don’t spend ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

Denomination: Lutheran

God Had Much To Teach Abraham About Worship

Contributed by Lee Houston on May 3, 2021

God started where Abraham was and took him to where God wanted Abraham to be. He does that with people of faith.

God Had Much To Teach Abraham About Worship Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19, Matthew 22:32 Central idea: God started where Abraham was and took him to where God wanted Abraham to be. He does that with people of faith. When we attend church, do we always worship God? We sing songs and listen to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19, Matthew 22:32

The Patriarchs Making Choices Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Aug 23, 2016

The Patriarchs Making Choices Genesis 13 David Taylor March 20, 2016

The Patriarchs Making Choices Genesis 13 David Taylor March 20, 2016 The African impala can jump to a height of over 10 feet and cover a distance of greater than 30 feet. Yet these magnificent creatures can be kept in an enclosure in any zoo with a 3-foot wall. The animals will not jump if they ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tested With Provision Of Money Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 21, 2017

Tempted by Satan to failure.

A. THE INEVITABILITY OF TESTS 1. We are tempted by satan to failure. 2. We are tested by God to demonstrate strength. Abraham tested by God: 11:26-12:3 – tested by obedience to God’s call 12:4-9 – tested by provision of God in the land 12:1-18 – tested by broken relationship (with ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

From Testing To Testimony

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014

Abraham was tested by God but it becomes a part of his testimony

Testing to Testimony Genesis 22:1-14 January 26, 2014 Morning Service One of the challenges of college and seminary was the continual taking of tests. The worst tests of all came from my Greek course work. The Greek tests were often composed of parsing of words to determine the tense, case and all ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Church Of God

Melchizedek Blessed Abraham Who Possessed Promises Of God

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 31, 2014

To show that together with Abraham we have been blessed by GOD.

I. EXORDIUM: Where did our blessing came from? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that together with Abraham we have been blessed by GOD. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 7:6 (Amplified Bible) 7:6 But this person who has not their Levitical ancestry received tithes from Abraham ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The God Who Really Sees Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 18, 2003

The Life of Abraham, Part 4 of 10.

THE GOD WHO REALLY SEES (GENESIS 16:1-16) Are you suffering, weak, or troubled? At the lowest point of my ministry, I took a course co-taught by two professors who required all students, mainly pastors, to stay together in a retreat center for two weeks, and every night there was a designated time ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Gods Promise In A Changing World Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 23, 2025

This is the 8th Sermon from Genesis about the life of Abraham, "Called To Promise".

Series: Called To Promise [#8] GOD’S PROMISE IN A CHANGING WORLD Genesis 17:1-27 Introduction: Tonight, I want us to think about how faithful God is, even when the world around us is changing all the time. Our story starts in Genesis 17, where God makes a special promise to Abram, saying He ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Believing Withouth Hope Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Mar 10, 2009

A look at God’s covenant with Abraham

Mt. Diablo is only about 3,500 feet, but it is very noticeable as it sits all alone in the Concord, California valley. Before I called them "God sightings" I found myself caught up in an "aha" moment as I looked at the cloud covered Mt. Diablo. I couldn’t help but think that if someone took off ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Faith Of Abraham: A Model For Supernatural Living Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 28, 2025

Abraham’s faith was not passive; it was active, obedient, and often required stepping into the unknown with confidence in God’s promises. He believed God’s word even when fulfillment seemed impossible.

THE FAITH OF ABRAHAM: A MODEL FOR SUPERNATURAL LIVING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 11:8-12 Supporting Texts: Genesis 12:1-4, Romans 4:18-21, James 2:21-24 INTRODUCTION: Faith is the foundation for supernatural living, enabling believers to experience God’s power beyond natural ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-12, Genesis 12:1-4, Romans 4:18-21, James 2:21-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God