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Abraham, The Christian’s Precursor Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 20, 2018

In many ways, Abraham is a prototype of you, the follower of Jesus Christ.

Abraham, the Christian’s Precursor Hebrews 11:8-19 1. One Greek man and a Turkish man were friends. Both went to a famous Chocolate store in Greece. When everyone in the shop was busy, the Turk stole 3 chocolates from the store. After coming out the Turk said, “Haw! I stole three chocolates and no ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Savior Is Born Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 28, 2018

The way Jesus came into the world and the events surrounding that first Christmas affirms so much of what we believe as Christians.

A Savior Is Born (Luke 2:1-20) 1. This is a true story. Freddie and John were fortunate enough to have a season ticket to watch Chelsea soccer in the UK. They could not help noticing that there was always a spare seat next (B14) to them and they had a friend who would love to buy a season ticket, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Abraham - Intimacy Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 6, 2019

God will hear your prayer when you encounter Him.

All Scripture quoted in this lesson is from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted A. INTRODUCTION: WHEN GOD TALKED TO ABRAHAM – GEN. 18:22-33 1. Every time God appeared to Abraham was a test of his faith. Because he successfully followed God, Abraham is called the father of faith. But also ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:22-33, John 15:16, Mark 11:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

Undeserved - A God Who Loves Anyway

Contributed by Roberta Karchner on Jun 12, 2020

In the context of White Privilege, we sometimes think God loves us because we are lovable. Quite the opposite, God calls us when we aren't worthy or even very lovable. Responding to a God who brings laughter.

Sermon: Undeserved • Sarah and Abraham were unworthy but God gave them Isaac (laughter) anyway. • We were undeserving, but Jesus died for us anyway. • If we know God loves us even if we are undeserving, how should we act towards others? I was speaking with a group of pastors this week about ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-15, Genesis 17:17, Romans 5:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Shalom: Jerusalem

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 7, 2023

Shalom! We have an imperative command to PRAY FOR THE PEACE OF JERUSALEM. What shall we pray?

SHALOM---JERUSALEM. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Since the beginning of time there has been conflict and war. Satan hates God and God’s people. Then it comes to a human head with a SLAVE WOMAN HAGAR and her son ISHMAEL --- VS THE FREE WOMAN SARAH ...read more

Scripture: Judges 5:23, Psalm 122:1-6, Luke 21:26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Trump Card, Deal Or No Deal? Consequences? Health?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 8, 2020

We walk in a health crisis. There are things you can do to help you avoid. Our choices have consequences. Our choices must come from God's word. Deal or no deal?

TRUMP! DEAL OR NO DEAL? TRUMP? HEALTH AND SPIRITUAL CONSEQUENCES By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com HELP DURING A PANDEMIC? DEAL OR NO DEAL? OPEN THE NEXT CASE? The red oil light comes on… keep driving? Car making noise? Drive on? Quart of oil $5.00. Tow bill, $200, $3,000 ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:4, Psalm 107:20, Numbers 5:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Mothers Of The Bible

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 8, 2019

The Bible contains the experiences of many mothers down through human history. Let’s look at a few of them.

The Bible contains the experiences of many mothers down through human history. Let’s look at a few of them. Eve: The first mother was Eve. “the man called his wife’s name Eve [life], because she was the mother of all the living.” (Genesis 3:20) Eve was the first woman without a mother. Imagine her ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Wrestling With God October 2023

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Dec 1, 2023

We might think of It as odd that Jacob was involved in a wrestling match with an unspecified person. ….. Was it an another human, his brother Esau, an angel or even God appearing in the form of this wrestling opponent?

WRESTLING WITH GOD Text: Genesis 32:22-32 Gen 32:22-32 The same night he got up and took his two wives, his two maids, and his eleven children, and crossed the ford of the Jabbok. (23) He took them and sent them across the stream, and likewise everything that he had. (24) Jacob was left ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-32

Denomination: United Methodist

Lesson 14: Justification Is Illustrated In The Old Testament. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 27, 2018

In this chapter, Paul analyzes the principle by which God saved Abraham. The father of Israel is an illustration of God’s message of salvation in the Old Testament.

(14) Justification is illustrated in the Old Testament. Romans 4:1-25 1 What then shall we say that Abraham our father has found according to the flesh? 2 For if Abraham was justified by works, he has something to boast about, but not before God. 3 For what does the Scripture say? “Abraham ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret Weapon - Genesis 16 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Jul 24, 2021

When someone mistreats you at work, someone mistreats you at home, someone mistreats you at school or in any situation, this is the secret weapon.

Today I’m going to share with you a truth that you need in your life. Some of you are going to need this tool that I’m going to share right now in your hearts. The challenges you’re facing right now require this tool to be ready and available for you so you can put it into practice now. It’s a word ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Finding Hope In A Hopeless World Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 12, 2006

Clre Booth Luce once said, "There are no hopeless situations; there are only people who have grown hopeless about them." We’ll examine hope through Abraham’s life as referenced by Paul in Romans 4.

Finding Hope in a Hopeless World Romans 4:18-25 Rev. Brian Bill 8/13/06 Good morning. My name is Abraham. I thought it was time for me to speak to you since the Apostle Paul has been using me as an example in Romans 4 and your pastor dropped the ball by only alluding to me last week. I think he ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Judgment Against The East Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 22, 2010

A study of chapter 25 verses 1 through 17

Ezekiel 25: 1- 17 Judgment against the east “1 The word of the LORD came to me, saying, 2 “Son of man, set your face against the Ammonites, and prophesy against them. 3 Say to the Ammonites, ‘Hear the word of the Lord GOD! Thus says the Lord GOD: “Because you said, ‘Aha!’ against My sanctuary when ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 25:1-17

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Real Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 20, 2010

A study of chapter 7 verses 1 through 14

Zechariah 7: 1 – 14 The Real Heart Of The Matter 1 Now in the fourth year of King Darius it came to pass that the word of the LORD came to Zechariah, on the fourth day of the ninth month, Chislev, 2 when the people sent Sherezer, with Regem-Melech and his men, to the house of God, to pray ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 7:1-14

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Ongoing Revelation Of God Or Growing In His Knowledge

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Mar 11, 2018

Revelation and relationship is a result of growing in the knowledge of God. This sermon looks at Abraham as a model of intimacy with God.

THE ONGOING REVELATION OF GOD OR GROWING IN HIS KNOWLEDGE As we look at the Presence of God, we realize that there is the Person of God. The Person of God is not something that we can know in an instant. We know God progressively. Even if we go to home to be with the Lord, we won’t know God ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Experiencing The Presence Of God

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 16, 2000

How con I experience God’s presence on a more consistent basis?

We are going to look at a section in the life of Jacob, Genesis 28, as we look at experiencing the presence of God. How many of you would like to have more of God’s presence in your life? Tonight I want to show you some principles and then next week how to live in the presence of God and then ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal