Sermons on Hagar Ishmael:

The Touch Of God

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jun 7, 2002

Rejoice in God’s touch.

THE TOUCH OF GOD Matthew 8:1-4 S: God’s compassion Th: Grace-Full Living (the grace of God’s touch) Pr: REJOICE IN GOD’S TOUCH. ?: What? What do we find out about God when He touches us? KW: Characteristics TS: Since we are to rejoice in God’s touch, we will find in our study of Matthew 8:1-4, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Significance Of Spiritual Wells

Contributed by Bode Ayodele on Sep 5, 2007

Wells represent life, prosperity and abundance. No wonder numerous biblical characters from Abraham to Isaac, Jacob and Moses -even our Lord Jesus Christ had a story to tell besides a well. What is the significance of wells? What kind of wells do we have

By Bode Ayodele Wells play a very vital role in the bible. Many important bible characters located their blessings besides - or had something to do with wells. Why are wells so important? What are the different kinds of spiritual wells in existence and what roles do they play in our lives today? ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:15-19, Genesis 24:13-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Importance Of Waiting

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Dec 29, 2001

As we head into the new year, we need to make we’re heading the direction that God would have us to go.

THE IMPORTANCE OF WAITING GENESIS (15:1-6) 16:1-4 As I continue to grow in not only in the spiritual realm, but also in the natural, I have discovered that we live in a microwave society… We live in a day and age where we are used to and accustomed to having things right here and now… (When our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6, Genesis 16:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming The Homeless Spirit Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 16, 2025

In a world where stability and security are cherished, many individuals struggle with an invisible yet debilitating force known as the "homeless spirit.

In a world where stability and security are cherished, many individuals struggle with an invisible yet debilitating force known as the "homeless spirit." This spiritual condition goes beyond physical homelessness, manifesting in emotional, psychological, and relational instability. Rooted ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-16, Matthew 19:16-30

5 Ways To Set You Free

Contributed by Danny Rogers on Sep 27, 2006

Through Christ’s death and resurrection you have been set free.

Intro: "It ain’t over ’til it’s over." This is probably the single most famous quote from baseball legend Yogi Berra. It’s simple but elegant and must have come to him in a rare moment of linguistic clarity, because he is much better known as the master of confusion and doublespeak like this: "This ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Conception Deception

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Aug 19, 2005

The conception deception began long before January 22, 1973 when The Supreme Court chose to legalize abortion in this country with the Roe vs. Wade decision.

The Conception Deception The conception deception began long before January 22, 1973 when The Supreme Court chose to legalize abortion in this country with the Roe vs. Wade decision. Let there be no misunderstanding, the conception deception is the work of Satan. Jesus referred to him as the ...read more

Scripture: John 9:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Surely Jesus Didn't Mean That!

Contributed by Greg Nance on Apr 5, 2008

Hate your parents, spouse, kids??? What is going on here in Luke 14? Before we decided to change the Word of God, consider the unthinkable with me for a bit. It might just open our eyes to a deeper understanding of who Jesus is.

(If you rate this sermon please offer helpful comments, God bless, Greg) When was the last time you said something that you really didn’t mean? What if I got up here and said, “If anyone comes to this church and does not hate his father and mother, his wife and children, his brothers and sisters ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Mar 21, 2007

Abraham was commanded to sacrifice Isaac. What resulted was a foreshadow of a greater sacrifice to come.

THE SACRIFICE There is a trial that is probably the hardest of all to go through in life. That trial is watching your child suffer and wonder if they will live or die. To suffer yourself is one thing, but to watch your own child hover between life and death is unbearable. Some of you know this ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Mennonite

When You Fail To Trust God

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Jun 22, 2007

This message deals with the consequences of our failure to trust God based on the experience of Jacob. Be Blessed!

It is my contention that the contents of verses 15-30 conveys the conviction that Jacob had a Serious Problem With Trusting God. The basis for that conclusion is grounded on the fact that here was a man, who with his mother, had conspired, schemed and tricked both his father and brother out of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:15-30

Denomination: Baptist

Powerful Short Prayers Part 3 Series

Contributed by David Diyanni on Nov 8, 2015

This is a sermon on the power of short prayers.

Powerful Short Prayers Part 3 Prayer of Canaanite mother Mother who would not take no for an answer So what do mothers do? A. The pressures on moms today are greater than ever. It has got to be the toughest job in the world. Just think of what’s expected of her in our success-driven ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-30

Denomination: Vineyard

Role And Responsibility Of The Wife Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 18, 2018

53rd message from Ephesians dealing with the role and responsibility of the wife.

“Healthy Relationships” The Role and Responsibility of the Wife Ephesians 5:22-24 REVIEW I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Live in Unity 4:1-16 B. Live in Newness of life 4:17-24 C. Live in Love 4:17-24 D. Live in Purity 5:3-14 E. Live in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-24, 1 Peter 3:1-6, Titus 2:3-5

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

For Jesus' Love 18 Leadership Traits

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Nov 25, 2017

Competition is as much a vice in the lives of believers with no redeeming virtues as it is a virtue in the lives of believers.

FOR JESUS’ LOVE 18 Leadership Traits By Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (November 25, 2017) “So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs. ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Friends

To Be Blameless

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 29, 2012

hough I titled this message, ‘to be blameless,’ yet I would like to talk about His love in the beginning, because our commitment to live for Him and live holy for Him should be birthed from our knowledge of His love for you.

To be blameless! Genesis 17:1”When Abram was ninety-nine years old, the LORD appeared to Abram and said to him, "I am Almighty God; walk before Me and be blameless.” Though I titled this message, ‘to be blameless,’ yet I would like to talk about His love in the beginning, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Living By Faith" Series

Contributed by Paul Norwood on May 21, 2012

Recounts the mountain top experience of Abraham on Mount Moriah and gives four components of how we live by faith from his example.

“Living by Faith” Scripture Reading: Genesis 21:1-7 I. Welcome II. Introduction Two months ago, I preached the first in a series of lessons called “Mountain Top Experiences” with a sermon on “Noah’s New Beginning” on the mountains of Ararat after the flood. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Life To Respect Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Aug 9, 2012

What is the proper framework for a marriage?

Introduction I said before that the subject of authority itself is a minefield because of the emotional reaction we have towards the subject. Even the most conservative of us recoil at the idea of ourselves being under authority. We may acknowledge that we are under authority in certain cases, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed