Sermons on hagar in the wilderness:

El Roi - God Who Sees Me Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Dec 2, 2003

5th message in series. This was preached by associate minister Steve Higgs. Many times we say, “God is watching you.” We often think of him as a proverbial Santa, “he know’s when you are sleeping, he knows when you’re awake, he knows if you’ve been bad

The God Who Sees Me by Steve Higgs Genesis 16 As many of you may know, my mother passed away when I was a senior in high school. It was the result of a brain aneurysm and happened very quickly, and was very tragic. Over the course of the grieving process a lot of people said a lot of helpful and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:7-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lesson 8: Tested By Patience

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 25, 2013

God sends trails to teach patience.

Series: Learning Faith From Abraham Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 8: Tested By Patience March 24, 2013 A. WHY ARE WE IMPATIENT WITH GOD? 1. We think we know better. 2. We think time is running out. 3. Unbelief. 4. We lose ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

All In The Family ... Sort Of Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Sep 15, 2021

If you are amazed at the willingness of Muslim radicals to die for what they believe in, ask yourself this: Who was called to this kind of commitment long before the Muslim radicals ever came into existence? Us

Yesterday there were ceremonies all around the nation remembering the tragic events and loss of life that happened on September 11, 2001. Nineteen Muslim men hijacked four commercial airliners and converted them into flying bombs. Two crashed into two of the World Trade towers, causing the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20, Genesis 16:7-12, Genesis 17:5, Genesis 17:20

Denomination: United Methodist

Angels

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Dec 12, 2004

A study of Biblical teachings about angels.

Angels Heb. 1:13, 14 INTRO.: subject of much study and discussion. Bible has much to say about angels. If we accept reality of spiritual things, we must be interested in this subject. Play a prominent role in the drama of redemption. In the life of Jesus: predicted John’s birth and named ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting To Know God - El Roi - The God Who Sees Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004

A Study of god’s Names - El Roi - The God who sees

Getting to Know God – El Roi – The God Who Sees Hagar the horrible must be one of my favourite cartoons. There is just something about him that begs sympathy. I mean think about it – no one ever gives him respect – not even trees. He is not valued for the special person that he is – not even by ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

God Alone Shall Fulfill God's Word Series

Contributed by Thomas Black on Jan 28, 2005

Man’s wisdom and men’s minds don’t accomplish God’s plan. When men try to fulfill God’s word apart from God, there is strife, contention, & failure

Passage: Genesis 16 Man’s wisdom and men’s minds don’t accomplish God’s plan There was a man who purchased one of those do it yourself kits from the sporting goods store. It contained all the parts to build a replica of the old muzzleloader guns used in days gone by. He pealed open the box, broke ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Get Ahead Of God! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 28, 2008

When we take action or make a decision but neglect the power of God, we are actually revealing our lack of faith.

Getting ahead of God will bring troubles! If I asked the question, do you believe in an all powerful God? Many of us will raise our hands, wouldn’t we? But if I asked, do you always take action and make decisions based on your belief in an all powerful God? Not too many of us will raise our hands, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Story Of The Mistaken Mother Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 3, 2005

Paul’s teaching against salvation by works is brought to a climax here in Galatians 4:21-31. Paul breaks his discussion into three sections. First, Paul gives historical facts. Second, he gives spiritual truths. And third, he gives us some practical appli

Scripture When my children, Lauren and Jon, were little they had a book titled Are You My Mother? Here is how that story begins: A mother bird sat on her egg. The egg jumped. “Oh, oh!” said the mother bird. “My baby will soon be here! He will want to eat. “I must get something for my baby bird ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:21-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Avoiding The Mistake Of Impatience Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 10, 2007

Abraham and Sarah grew impatient and took matters into their own hands. If we are not careful, we can make the same mistake.

Introduction: A. The story is told of two little boys who were waiting for breakfast one morning. 1. As their mother was preparing some pancakes, the boys began to argue loudly over who would get the first one from the griddle. 2. Their mother saw an opportunity to teach a lesson. 3. She said, “If ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jehovah Jireh

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Apr 29, 2017

Where God stands.

JEHOVAH JIREH Genesis 22:1---19 Abraham called God by name Jehovah Jireh which means “God will provide”. Today this place is called Jehovah Jireh.The mount of Jehovah it shall provide. (1) Abraham is tested of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Waiting On God And Trusting In Divine Timing Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 26, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore few examples that demonstrate the importance of trusting in God's timing.

As Christians, we often face situations where we feel the need to rush or take matters into our own hands. However, the Bible reminds us that God's timing is not our timing, and that waiting on Him is essential for His plans to unfold in our lives. In this sermon, we'll explore few examples ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:14, Lamentations 3:25, Isaiah 40:31

God Knows My Name Series

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Jul 5, 2019

It's an amazing thing! God knows my Name.

There's a song by Tasha Cobbs entitled; "He knows My Name". *Sis. Kimberly Brown sings that song with immeasurable passion; as though she gave birth to the song.* Watch out, Tasha Cobbs!* Lol GOD Knows (MY) Name What a comforting thought! Out of all the people in world; God knows ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-10, Isaiah 43:1

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis 21:8-21 (The God Of Ishmael)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 28, 2007

The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob turns out the be the God of Ishmael too!! ...

We continue our sojourn with Abraham today – Abraham, the ‘father of faith’. We’ve been working our way through the story of Abraham for some time now – stories about Abraham & Sarah, Abraham & his family, Abraham & his descendents, Abraham and the promises God made to him - Abraham the ‘father of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:8-21, Genesis 21:13-20

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

A Name You Can Trust Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 17, 2017

This sermon explores the spiritual lessons from Genesis 17 as God reveals Himself as El Shaddai and changes Abram and Sarai's names.

Introduction: A. One day, a woman pregnant with twins got into a car accident and fell into a deep coma for 6 months. 1. When she awoke from the coma and saw that she was no longer pregnant and she frantically asked the doctor about her babies. 2. The doctor replied, “Ma’am your twins are fine, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-27, Proverbs 18:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let's Wait On The Lord

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 15, 2001

This sermon looks at the lives of Abraham And Sarah and why it is so important for us to be willing to wait for God to carry out His plan in His way and His timing.

Let’s Be Willing To Wait On The Lord 7/15/2001 Genesis 15:1-16 Text Genesis 12-17 Waiting is something all of us have to do. We wait in line at the bank, we wait at the red light, we wait for our dinner to come in the restaurant, we wait for church to be over with so we can go out, and we ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed