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By Faith – Issac, Jacob & Joseph (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)
Reading: Hebrews chapter 11 verses 20-22 Ill: • A preacher was addressing his congregation; • When he held up a large piece of paper. • He then took from his pocket a marker pen; • And made a black dot in the centre of it. • Then he held the paper up before the ...read more
Scripture: Hebrews 11:20-22
Denomination: Brethren
I’m Putting My Heart Upon the Alter. Give Him your best.
I’m Putting My Heart Upon the Alter. HHM Pastor Jim Parisi Sept 1, 2001 Sometimes you can love or desire something so much that it could cloud your vision and focus for God You start to focus on an object or a person, your eye becomes fixed on it, and we lose sight of the Lord You can ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
If God’s Word failed regarding Israel, how do we know it will not fail regarding us? But God’s Word has not failed.
Has God’s Word Failed? (Romans 9:6-13) 1. Have you ever had a gift certificate or card they wouldn’t honor because it had expired? 2. Most restaurants no longer have expiration dates, because it creates bitter feelings – and people will ask for cards from other establishments instead. 3. But ...read more
Scripture: Romans 9:6-13, John 1:12-13, Jeremiah 9:25-26, Genesis 25:21-26, Malachi 1:2-3, Psalm 115:3, Genesis 17:17-21 (view more) (view less)
Denomination: Independent/Bible
#2 in a six week series on marriage and parenting. This message begins the parenting portion of the series by discussing the concept of giving a Biblical blessing to your child.
THE FOUNDATION: BLESSING YOUR CHILD Home Improvement - Week 2 GENESIS 27:1-38 INTRODUCTION: Like so many things in life, balance is needed in parenting. We balance physical activity and intellectual pursuits. We balance giving our children what they want and what they need. But probably the ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 27:1-38
Denomination: Christian Church
How to trust God even when the reasons for compliance to His will is not clear
God’s Gift to Abraham and Abraham’s Obedience to God – Gen. 21:1-7; Gen. 22:1-19 Illustration:Instant obedience is the only kind of obedience there is; delayed obedience is disobedience. Whoever strives to withdraw from obedience, withdraws from Grace. Thomas a Kampis. 1. Aim: To lead the ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19
In the middle of nowhere, Jacob encounters God and realizes God’s presence encompasses more that what just his eyes see.
Last week, we looked at a central figure of the OT, Abram, later named Abraham. We talked about some of the similarities between the unknowns of Abrahams life, such as the lack of any information about his childhood, and that of Jesus and how little is know of his childhood. We discovered that as ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 28:10-15
Denomination: Methodist
The Life of Abraham, Part 10 of 10
WALK BY FAITH, NOT BY SIGHT (GEN 24:1-25:9) Walking by faith is not the most natural thing on earth. Like any exercise, exercising our faith is easier said than done. No one is ever quite ready - intellectually, emotionally or spiritually - for God’s ways, life’s lessons, or unexpected turns. ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 24:1-8
This sermon focuses on the broken relationship of Jacob and Esau. We will learn that broken relationships must be healed through confession and forgiveness in a way that honors both TRUTH in judgement and GRACE in forgiveness.
We’ve been told that Time heals all wounds. Our unwillingness to confront sin, or talk about broken relationships confirms that at least some of the time, we follow this advice. But as we know, time does not heal all wounds. Come with me to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem. Roman ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 27:1-46, James 4:1-2
The linage of our Lord Jesus goes all the way back to Abraham. Matt. 1: I The book of the generation of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham. As we study Abraham we see that his faith became stronger and stronger.
#5~Heb.11:8-10~pt.1~ ABRAHAM 5-10-14 Today we'll continue with our study of Heb. 11: referred to by some as "the hall of faith chapter" and by others as "the catalog of the faithful". ~ Today we'll think on & talk about Abraham; he is ...read more
Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-10
Denomination: Baptist
Three things that should be found in the life of any man or woman of faith: An altar of dedication to the will of the Saviour A tent of detachment from the ways of society A well of dependence on the Word of the Spirit.
THE FINISHING OF FAITH Hebrews 11 could be called "The Saints Hall of Fame", "The Westminster Abbey of Scripture", and "The Honor Roll of the Old Testament Saints." It deals with the excellency of faith. We observe faith worshipping, walking, working, waiting, warring, and faith winning. We ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 26:25
Jacob and Esau symbolize two different paths with different ends.
Not Identical Twins Genesis 25:19-28 We begin this morning a study on the life of Jacob. Jacob is mentioned as one of a triad of personalities, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. As Paul reminds us, all Scripture is profitable for doctrine and example. When Paul was saying this, he was ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 25:19-34, Genesis 25:19-28
The critical question is not: Is your spiritual father Abraham? Rather the critical question is: Is your spiritual mother Sarah or Hagar?
Introduction: A. How many of you are familiar with the children’s book “Are You My Mother?” by P.D. Eastman? 1. It has been one of my favorite books since I was a child. B. “Are You My Mother?” is the story about a hatchling bird. 1. His mother, thinking her egg ...read more
Scripture: Galatians 4:21-31
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
In order to pass the test of faith we have to trust God completely
Passing the Test of Faith Text: Gen. 22:1-18 Introduction 1. Illustration: A small boy came home from school and went straight to his room to pray. His mother had never seen her son do this, so she listened outside his door. She heard him praying softly and then saying, "Tokyo, Tokyo, Tokyo", ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18
In addition to being a symbolic parallel with the crucifixion account of Christ; Genesis chapter 22 shares an example of walking in faith and obedience to God, and experiencing the Lord’s provision in our lives as a result.
I have entitled our message this morning, “Knowing God as Jehovah Jireh,” and I wish to look at our passage of Scripture in a practical way. First off, I want to say that I am well-aware of the symbolism that parallels the crucifixion account of Christ; however, there is more to this passage than ...read more
Today’s family can plant a family tree that will become a legacy.
Generational Blessings May 10, 2009 FBC, Chester Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A Jonathan Edwards was married to Sara in 1727, one of the colonies’ most respected/ noted preachers (First Great Awakening). 1 The Edwards were ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 24:35
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