Sermons on Israel Folau:

Imitator

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 27, 2005

It was customary in Hosea’s day for people to rejoice at harvest time. Israel, however, was commanded not to do so, because she attributed the abundance she experienced to the idols she worshiped, instead of God who sent it (v. l). Because of her spiritua

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: President Calvin Coolidge invited some people from his hometown to dinner at the White House. Since they did not know how to behave at such an occasion, they thought the best policy would be just to do what the President did. The time came for serving coffee. The ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 9:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Promises

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 27, 2005

Israel prospered under King Jeroboam’s leadership by gaining military and economic strength. However the more prosperous the nation became the more they used their income for building more altars for idol worship (v.1). It is often the same today. More we

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Satan promises the best, but pays with the worst; He promises honor and pays with disgrace; He promises pleasure and pays with pain; He promises profit and pays with loss; He promises life and pays with death. (Donnie Martin - Sermon Central) Israel prospered under ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 10:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Returning Back To God

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Jun 9, 2005

It’s amazing how the message of the OT prophets ring true for today’s society. In one of God’s most unusual requests we can see an object lesson for the people of Israel, but also a call of repentance to our world today.

RETURNING BACK TO GOD Hosea 2:1-3:5 INTRODUCTION: A. EZE 18:30b Repent and turn from all your transgressions, lest iniquity be your ruin. ILL> A few years back I had gone with Jack to a hospital in Columbus. We were sitting in a waiting area with some other veterans. Of course, Jack never ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Heroes #7: The Forgotten Heroes Of Judges Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Aug 16, 2008

The book of Judges is a book of Heroes and cycles. When the hero would die, the children of Israel would turn back to their sin, God would let their enemies defeat them, they would cry out to the Lord, and He would raise up another hero.

HEROES #7: THE FORGOTTEN HEROES OF JUDGES OPENING: This morning, we are going to take a look at the lives of some of the forgotten heroes of the Book of Judges. We are all familiar with the stories of David and Goliath, Daniel and the lion’s den, and Jonah and the whale, but how many of you ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:16

Denomination: *other

How To Ruin A Revival

Contributed by Douglas Turner on Jul 24, 2008

In Chapter 6 of 1 Samuel, the people of Israel experienced some of the darkest days of their history. Their enemies had won a great victory and the Ark of the Lord had been captured. Because God had brought a great plague upon their enemies, the Ark of th

In Chapter 6 of 1 Samuel, the people of Israel experienced some of the darkest days of their history. Their enemies had won a great victory and the Ark of the Lord had been captured. Because God had brought a great plague upon their enemies, the Ark of the Lord was returned, but the Israelites were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

"Fantastic Faith"

Contributed by Bubot Parago on Oct 24, 2008

Jesus was amazed by the Roman Officer’s faith as He said;"I have not found so great a faith,no,not in Israel." Let us hear,see,study and live by it this man’s FANTASTIC FAITH. Let us emulate him.

Today’s topic will bring us to what remarkably marvels Our Lord Jesus Christ. He was amazed by the Roman Officer’s faith as He said in verse 9 of Luke 7’s "I have not found so great a faith,no,not in Israel." Let us hear,see, study and live by it this man’s FANTASTIC FAITH. Let us emulate ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Memorial Day 2007

Contributed by Dean Morgan on May 5, 2008

Do you wonder why the Spirit of God moved the writers of Scripture to include the names and exploits of the freedom fighters of Israel in this book? Could it be to give honor where honor is due? Could it be that He wanted you and me, many hundreds, even t

Verse 24 and following goes on to list the rest of the “Mighty Men.” Do you wonder why the Spirit of God moved the writers of Scripture to include the names and exploits of the freedom fighters of Israel in this book? Could it be to give honor where honor is due? Could it be that He wanted you and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:8-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sudden Impact 6 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 26, 2003

When Jesus said “I am the vine; you are the branches” he created another sudden impact moment between God and Israel by stating to them all that he is the source of life and truth in regards to serving God and the Israelite religion did not represent the

Sudden Impact 6 Thesis: When Jesus said “I am the vine; you are the branches” he created another sudden impact moment between God and Israel by stating to them all that he is the source of life and truth in regards to serving God and the Israelite religion did not represent the true way to God ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-27, John 15:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Heart Of God Seeks The Lost

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Sep 13, 2007

The mission of God is to search for those who are spiritually lost or living under a false theology. God sought out Adam and Eve, invited the children of Israel to join him in his mission and so does Jesus. Jesus confronts the Pharisees with parables re

In Jesus Holy Name September 16, 2007 Text: Luke 15:1-6 Redeemer Lutheran “The Heart of God Seeks the Lost” Scores of tiny figures moving up and down the rubble, back and forth. It’s hard to see the ground beneath them. They came from all over America. Like an army of ants, they worked ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

The Church Bone Yard: Or: Bony Christians

Contributed by Dennis Cocks on Oct 23, 2003

This is talking about Israel. Explain. But what if we applied this to the church today? What if this was the church bone yard? What kind of bony Christians would we have in our churches today? Let’s look at some of today’s bony Christians.

THE CHURCH BONE YARD OR: BONY CHRISTIANS TEXT: Ezekiel 37:1-10 INTRODUCTION: This is talking about Israel. Explain. But what if we applied this to the church today? What if this was the church bone yard? What kind of bony Christians would we have in our churches today? Let’s look at some of ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Glorious Things Of Thee Are Spoken

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 8, 2010

Zion is a symbol not only of Israel's past and future, but also of the born-again Christian's citizenship in the God's Kingdom. Today, as we look at our text, I want you to notice how God takes nobodies and turns the world's competitive, prestige-orient

Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken Psalm 87 1. I was looking at a list of some fads from the 1990's. Among them were: spandex shorts, Pokemon, Grunge music and fashion, The Macarena, Bowl cut, What would Jesus do?, Pogs, Polly Pocket Toys, and Tickle Me Elmo. 2. In that list, only one fad had ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 87:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Grace For All Series

Contributed by Martin Wiles on May 30, 2011

Israel’s unbelief didn’t stop God’s plan to show his love to the nations nor will God’s current dealing with the Gentiles leave out Jews who wish to enter the Church by faith.

Romans 11:25-36 Introduction: A. Have you ever secretly thought God’s grace was unfair? B. Have you ever wanted to say, “God I think I can do a better job of running your plan than you?” C. Would it upset you if God saved some people you know? You know, those people you are not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:25-36

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Ground Zero Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 28, 2012

In the entire history of the world only two nations have began by being dedicated to the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob: Israel & The United States of America. See how we share a similar story that can give us an early warning of end times.

The Final Countdown Has Began Series “Holy Ground Zero” 2 of 4 Based Upon Jonathan Cahn’s book The Harbinger. February 19, 2012 FBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A In the entire history of the world only two nations have began by being dedicated to the God of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Care For You

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 13, 2012

You need not fear, because your Heavenly Father is at all times on deck; He is forever watching over you. God, who is guardian of the church in general, is also engaged in the safeguarding of every individual believer. He that Keepeth Israel, also keeps

God’s Care for You The Bible contains the record of many great men, and because this morning’s message is about how God cares for us, how He watches over us, I would like to look first at one of those great men, who had ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:15

Denomination: Baptist

The 12 Stones Of The High Priest

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Mar 6, 2012

The Breastplate wasn’t just an apron but in fact it was a bag containing two items inside, Urim and Thummim. . There are several theories about the meaning of the 12 stones. Though it’s obvious that the stones are connected with the 12 tribes of Israel th

Exodus 28:15-30 "Fashion a breastpiece for making decisions—the work of a skilled craftsman. Make it like the ephod: of gold, and of blue, purple and scarlet yarn, and of finely twisted linen. 16 It is to be square—a span [a] long and a span wide—and folded double. 17 Then mount ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 28:15-30

Denomination: Baptist