Sermons on Hagar Ishmael:

Galatians (Nasb) (Notes From Www.biblegateway.com)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 28, 2021

Defense of apostolic and personal authority and ministry

Defense of apostolic and personal authority / ministry / proof of Paul’s letter 8 doctrines (c/o of Marilyn Hickey Ministries) 1. Christians can fall from grace and return to legalism. 2. Paul’s gospel was a revelations direct from God. 3. Justification is by faith alone without the law. ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

The Institution Of Marriage

Contributed by David Smith on Jan 29, 2007

’Love and marriage, love and marriage, go together like horse and carriage’. So we’re told, but not in my book they don’t, and by ’my book’ I mean the Bible.

’Love and marriage, love and marriage, go together like horse and carriage’. So we’re told, but not in my book they don’t, and by ’my book’ I mean the Bible. That’s a warm and inviting way to start a sermon, isn’t it? But the tone is set for us today by our reading from the Old Testament - the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

When You Wonder What To Do Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 14, 2012

What should I do? 1. When God is silent, we have to learn to wait on the Lord (vs. 1). 2. When God speaks: Bow (vs. 1-3), Believe (vs. 2-8), Become (vs. 5-6 & 15-16). 3. When God asks for a sign, show your dedication to the Lord (vs. 9-14).

Old Testament Encounters with Christ Part 8: When You Wonder What to Do Genesis 17:1-16 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Jan. 12, 2012 INTRODUCTION: *Did you ever say the wrong thing to your boss, and then wonder, “What should I do?” -Did you ever say the wrong thing ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

1 Samuel 1 & The Institution Of Marriage

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 28, 2007

Who was it who came up with the idea that the purpose of marriage was to make two people happy? Marriage is an institution designed for a very specific purpose! ... ...

’Love and marriage, love and marriage, go together like horse and carriage’. So we’re told, but not in my book they don’t, and by ’my book’ I mean the Bible. That’s a warm and inviting way to start a sermon, isn’t it? But the tone is set for us today by our reading from the Old Testament - the ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Hannah: She Got Up

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 25, 2009

This message encourages people to get up out of their depression and loneliness in order to discover something new God may be trying to do in their lives.

Hannah, They Got Up September 27, 2009 1 Samuel 1:1-28 Hebrews 11:1-7 How many of you remember the person who taught you how to ride a bicycle? How many of you remember either your foot slipping off the pedal and you stopping, or you going wobbly and hit something, or you simply fell down ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

20-20 Vision

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 21, 2023

The reward of knowing the mind of God, the reward of living in the will of God, is freedom. Fear of people keeps us imprisoned; fear of God sets us free.

At the Alpha conference I went to a few weeks ago I had a very interesting conversation with a colleague on the more liberal end of our denominational spectrum. It was particularly interesting in that the Alpha program is for evangelism, and I was surprised to see someone on the other end ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-33, Romans 12:1-2, 2 Timothy 4:3-4, 2 Corinthians 2:12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Prayer Of Love Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 14, 2021

John 17 is the longest prayer of Jesus in the entire Gospels. It's sometimes referred to as Christ's High Priestly prayer... but I regard that as being a far too sterile description of what is truly Jesus' prayer of love for His bride.

Children have very simple views of life… and of love. The following are children’s views on the topic of love. A 7 year old said – “If falling love is anything like learning how to spell, I don’t want to do it. It takes too long.” A 5 year old boy – “Once I’m in kindergarten, I’m going to find me ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hallowed Be Thy Name Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Feb 8, 2001

An examination of the second petition in the Lord’s Prayer.

A Study of the Lord’s Prayer Lesson # 2 “Hallowed Be Thy Name” In our opening study we noted that the Lord’s Prayer is a pattern for all true prayer. We began our examination of the Lord’s Prayer by looking at the first six English words, “Our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9, Psalm 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

When There Is Delay

Contributed by Babatunmishe Oke on Feb 14, 2008

HOW TO MANAGE DELAYS

WHEN THERE IS DELAY, WHERE IS GOD? Pray these Prayers First: • Every power reinforcing frustration in my life be arrested now in Jesus name. • You fountain of disappointment in my life dry up now in Jesus name. • Every filled-up vessel of redundancy in my life shatter now by fire in Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:11-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lickety-Split

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Jun 14, 2006

Seven (7) things the Bible promises will happen Lickety-Split quick!

1 Cor 15:52 “In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye…” I. INTRODUCTION A. Feedback Question: “Tell me of a miracle product (you once purchased) that promised to do something quickly, but really didn’t work.” (e.g., products that claim to help you quickly lose weight, build muscle, restore ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:52

Denomination: Church Of God

The Truth About The Path To Egypt Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jan 28, 2009

Regardless of how the Lord blesses us, there is still a part of us that looks back longingly to the world we have left behind. As we see this man make his journey into Egypt, there are some truths about the path he took to Egypt that we need to notice th

THE TRUTH ABOUT THE PATH TO EGYPT Genesis 12:10-20 Intro: We have before us this evening what is probably the saddest event in the entire life of Abraham. We see him making a decision that will bring tremendous trouble into his life and into ours as well. Our text tells that during a time of famine ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Point Man Part 2 Series

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 9, 2011

Contrasts two Fathers and compares how they lead their families.

The Point Man (Part 2) Some Examples of Point Men REFLECTION: This morning we looked at the “Equipment” God provides Fathers in order to successfully lead our families through enemy territory. DIRECTION: While none but Christ, the Captain of our Salvation (Heb. 2:10) has mastered ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-19

Denomination: Baptist

#5 Attraction, Not Promotion Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Apr 14, 2020

Christianity represents God’s truth and becomes most appealing when our words and deeds match.

Today we complete our study of the book of Colossians. Paul wrote this letter and three others (Ephesians, Philippians and Philemon) while in prison awaiting trial. Paul is the consummate leader. He is always trying to spread the gospel even while battling outside forces. In Paul’s writing of this ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Who Calls You By Name Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 17, 2025

God’s personal knowledge of and relationship with His children shows His love, purpose, and intimate involvement in our lives.

THE GOD WHO CALLS YOU BY NAME By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 43:1 – “But now thus saith the LORD that created thee, O Jacob, and he that formed thee, O Israel, Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine.” Supporting Texts: John 10:3-4; Exodus 3:4; ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When There Is No More Wine, He Makes New Wine

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 31, 2025

If your life has lost its “wine”—whether joy, peace, favour, or purpose—Jesus is still the One who makes new wine. He doesn’t just refill what is empty; He transforms what is common into something extraordinary.

WHEN THERE IS NO MORE WINE, HE MAKES NEW WINE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 2:1-11 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:19, Joel 2:19, Psalm 104:15, 2 Kings 4:1-7, Revelation 21:5 INTRODUCTION: Life can sometimes reach moments of emptiness, dryness, or lack—moments when joy runs out, strength ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God