Sermons on Jacobs Dream:

Knowing The Lord For Strength Series

Contributed by Kamalanathan Francis on Mar 10, 2022

Knowing the Lord is closely associated with being strong in life. Beginning from Abraham, Jacob, Joseph, Joshua and till the disciples of Jesus Christ, are known for being bold and strong in times of trouble.

Whether you live today as a victim or warrior, God is beside you to give you assurance for a bright future, if you are willing. The future brightness comes with one condition, that you know the Lord as it should be. Believers as much as they the rites and participation routine of their ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 52:7-8, Romans 14:23, Genesis 15:6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Shaping Your Legacy Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on May 31, 2018

Jacob's blessing of his sons provides an opportunity for hearers to think about their legacy. A legacy is built by choices. Our legacy does not control us. In Christ, we create a new legacy.

SHAPING YOUR LEGACY—Genesis 49 Have you thought about what kind of legacy you will leave for your descendants? I’m not talking about wealth or property, but about the impact we have on the lives of others. We have all inherited a legacy. (Note to preacher: Personalize this!) I am a cheap ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Father's Day - The Blessing

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Mar 13, 2001

Dr. Gary Smalley wrote a book entitled, "The Blessing." In it he examines the blessing that Isaac bestowed upon Jacob. Let’s consider 4 ingredients of that blessing.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK REVISED - 2016 TEXT: Genesis 27:25 34 ILL. One day in school, Calvin, the precocious, smart-mouth kid of the Calvin & Hobbes comic strips, raised his hand in class. Warily, his bespectacled teacher, Mrs. Wormwood, asked, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:5, Genesis 27:25-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Character Study Of Esau Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 21, 2025

Esau’s story is a lesson in priorities and choices. Though strong and skilled, his impulsiveness led to great losses. However, his ability to forgive Jacob shows that people can change.

CHARACTER STUDY OF ESAU – OLDER TWIN OF JACOB, ANCESTOR OF EDOMITES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 25:29-34 "Then Jacob gave Esau bread and pottage of lentils; and he did eat and drink, and rose up, and went his way: thus Esau despised his birthright." Supporting Texts: ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:29-34, Genesis 25:19-34, Genesis 27:1-46, Genesis 32:1-21, Genesis 36:1-43, Hebrews 12:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Preparing To Meet God

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Jan 15, 2005

This message addresses the question, are we ready to meet God at the Judgement Seat of Christ? I show using Jacob, Rachel, and Leah how to prepare to meet the Lord face to face. Enjoy!

Title: Preparing To Meet God Text: II Cor 5:10; Gen 32:22-32 Pray!!! Read Text!!! Introduction: Several centuries ago, a Japanese emperor commissioned an artist to paint a bird. A number of months passed, then several years, and still no painting was brought to the palace. Finally the emperor ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Make Room For The Camels

Contributed by David Smith on May 28, 2005

A message from Genesis Chapters 22,23,24 that shows the parrallel of Abraham, Isaac, & Jacob to God the Father, Son & Holy Spirit. It is also a message to validate the need for the Gifts of the Spirit.

Title: “Make Room For The Camels” Text: Genesis 24:10 “The history of what will happen in the future, is hidden in the book of Genesis” Ecclesiastes 1:9-10 – “The thing that has been, is that which shall be. There is nothing new under the son.” Ecclesiastes 3:15 – “If you want to know what will ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

"Five Steps To Keeping Ourselves In The Love Of God"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Jan 19, 2009

The funeral for Jacob is over. The eleven brothers of Joseph are afraid. They believe that Joseph might turn on them... But Joseph is not the “natural man.” He is a man who portrays the coming Christ... grace and truth.

Title of the message: “Five Steps to Keeping Yourself in the Love of God” Key verse: (Jude 1:21) Keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ unto eternal life. Introduction: The funeral for Jacob is over. The eleven brothers of Joseph are afraid. They ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Coat Of Many Colors - #8 Yellow Series

Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Oct 9, 2013

This is study about the different color’s that could have been used in Joseph’s coat. Hopefully through this study, we can get a better understanding of the message Jacob (Israel) was imparting to Joseph.

This was a series of messages on the coat of many colors – Power point is available through E-Mail retssi@bellsouth.net Several Illustrations, points, and the main idea for this series of sermons dealing with the coat of many colors was from James May’s sermon, “A Coat Of Many ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Hold Fast!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 13, 2015

The more we hold fast to our job, spouse, kids, worldly passions, dreams and whatever you may be passionately attached to; it might slip away! Caution!

Hold fast! Philippians 2:16”holding fast to the word of life, so that in the day of Christ I may be proud that I did not run in vain or labor in vain.” Listen! The more we hold fast to our job, spouse, kids, worldly passions, dreams and whatever you may be passionately attached to; it ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Getting Past The Past! (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Oct 12, 2014

our accomplishments, our failures, our hopes, our dreams, etc. We need to see again where we came from and how we got to this place.

Philippians 3:12-14-Not that I have already attained, or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me. Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Looking To Jesus Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 22, 2017

The New Testament never requires sacrifices or dreams or visions as either the means or the indicator of spirituality. . . If we focus on Jesus and His word, we will remain anchored in truth and humility

16 Therefore do not let anyone judge you by what you eat or drink, or with regard to a religious festival, a New Moon celebration or a Sabbath day. 17 These are a shadow of the things that were to come; the reality, however, is found in Christ. 18 Do not let anyone who delights in false humility ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:16-23

Denomination: *other

Unity In Diversity: Beings In Relationship

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 1, 2021

What is man? Is man a dream in the eye of his creator? It would seem so, by the Christian worldview. What is man for? How can man find fulfillment in life?

What is man? Is man a dream in the eye of his creator? It would seem so, by the Christian worldview. What is man for? How can man find fulfillment in life? Human kind, one by one may find ultimate fulfillment in relationship. I have learned slowly but surely, that I am a being made for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:14, Galatians 3:28

Denomination: Salvation Army

A Unified Church (1 Thessalonians 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 28, 2024

Do we dream of a unified church, one that does not argue of non-essentials of our common faith? Let's look at such a church in 1 Thessalonians 3.

Thessaloniki must have been that rare church that we all hope ours will become, a church without arguments over trivia, and unity in the essentials of our common faith. Let’s take a look at 1 Thessalonians 3. Who did they send to strengthen and encourage the church? So when we couldn’t stand it ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Fulfilling God's Purpose And Living A Life That Honors Him. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 2, 2024

In a world that often encourages us to chase our own dreams and ambitions, it's easy to forget that God has a unique purpose for each of our lives.

But what does the Bible say about God’s purpose for us? And how can we discover and live out this purpose? Are you living a life that fulfils your own selfish desires, or are you seeking to fulfil God’s purpose for your life? As believers, we are called to surrender our own plans and ambitions to ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, John 14:21, Proverbs 19:21, John 14:27

Embracing The Divine Vision: Walking With Purpose Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 8, 2023

We gather in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, and in the presence of our Heavenly Father and Almighty God, our Creator, the One who ignites dreams and unveils visions.

As we continue our series on visionary view, I want to speak about Divine Vision: Walking with Purpose. In our lives, our focus must be a perspective that aligns our hearts with God's divine purpose. There are five areas I am going to preach about: The Divine Call to Vision Directing Our ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:2, Philippians 3:13-14, Joel 2:28, Acts 2:17-18, Nehemiah 2:18, Revelation 4:1-2, Proverbs 29:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal