Sermons on Life Lessons From Abraham:

From The Pit To The Palace Series

Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Jul 10, 2006

The fourth message in a series on the life of Joseph. This deals with Joseph’s continued faithfulness and good response, recognizing that God was behind his sudden and high elevation.

Trinity Baptist Church July 9, 2006 Character on Display From the Pit to the Palace Genesis 41 If you’re a Christian, we know two things about what God has planned to happen in your life. Before you depart the planet, He has two key objectives for you: One is your maturity. God is intent ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-57

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons In Love Series

Contributed by Greg Griffin on Jul 6, 2005

The loving father in the parable of the Lost Son gives us some great lessons in love.

Family Valued Lessons in Love June 19, 2005 “Bad dad.” That’s what my six-year-old son Ben calls me when I say or do something to discipline him. I know, those of you who have older kids are thinking, “It’s only begun.” Being a parent isn’t easy, and to be truthful, everybody’s dad is flawed in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lessons I Learned At Kids Camp

Contributed by Craig Eidson on Aug 3, 2007

What can you learn from a child?

During this past week at kids camp I sure learned a lot or at least was reminded of many things that I had forgotten about. And so during the week and as the days went by, I began to take some mental notes on what lessons children, God’s children could teach me. So yesterday on the way home I ask ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons From Jeremiah – Part 29 – Who Is The Queen Of Heaven That Is Worshipped? Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 3, 2024

The worship of the queen of heaven was a vile, idolatrous practice derived originally from Babylon right back to Nimrod. Judah was so committed to this gross worship that God even forbade Jeremiah to plead/intercede for the people. Certain destruction awaited them.

LESSONS FROM JEREMIAH – PART 29 – WHO IS THE QUEEN OF HEAVEN THAT IS WORSHIPPED? PART 29 - Jeremiah 7:16-19 CHAPTER 7 [A]. JEREMIAH IS FORBIDDEN TO INTERCEDE FOR THE PEOPLE FOR THEY ARE TOO WICKED. {{Jeremiah 7:16 As for you, DO NOT PRAY FOR THIS PEOPLE, and do not offer a cry or a prayer ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 7:16-19, Hebrews 11:36-38, Ecclesiastes 12:1, Jeremiah 44:15-17, Judges 10:6, Ezekiel 8:9-18, Jeremiah 44:18-19, Jeremiah 44:20-23, Jeremiah 44:24-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Lesson In Humility Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 11, 2006

This passage is a graphic illustration of the biblical truth that God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.

Scripture We learn different lessons throughout our lives. Some lessons are easy to learn. Other lessons are difficult to learn. One of the most difficult lessons to learn is a lesson in humility. A long time ago king Nebuchadnezzar learned a lesson in humility. Be aware that the first three ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:1-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lessons In Humility. Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Aug 25, 2018

Lessons in Humility - Luke chapter 9 verses 37-50 - Sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: Failure #1: – They Were Unable to Cast Out The Demon (vs 37-43) Failure #2: They Were Afraid to Ask For Clarity (vs 44-45) Failure #3: They Were Pre-occupied with Self & Position (vs 46-48) Failure #4: They Were Cliquish & Exclusive (vs 49-50) SERMON BODY: Ill: • He has one of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:37-50

Denomination: Brethren

The Meaning Of Life

Contributed by Brodie Bruner on Nov 17, 2000

This sermon examines the profound topic of The Meaning of Life from a wordly and then Godly perspective to bring the listener to a point of clarity in their life's meaning and purpose.

The Meaning of Life To begin our discussion of the meaning of life, we began with life's end, death. Bill Moyers, the famous commentator who spoke at SMU during the week, quoted on death: "Each night when we pitch our tent, we are one day's walk closer to our final destination." "Through ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Transition Of Life

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jun 2, 2008

Because of Jesus, our death does not mean our life is "over" but that it is making a powerful "transition" from what is temporary to that which is eternal.

AN UNKNOWN AUTHOR ONCE SAID, "AS A BOY, I THOUGHT OF HEAVEN AS A CITY WITH DOMES, SPIRES, AND BEAUTIFUL STREETS, INHABITED BY ANGELS. BY AND BY MY LITTLE BROTHER DIED, AND I THOUGHT OF HEAVEN MUCH AS BEFORE, BUT WITH ONE INHABITANT THAT I KNEW. THEN ANOTHER DIED, AND THEN SOME OF MY ACQUAINTANCES, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-7

Denomination: Free Methodist

Bread Of Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

To encourage believers to hunger and thirst for God, the true Bread of Life, and to place their belief and trust in Jesus, as this is the work God desires from us.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. I hope you're all doing fine today. This morning, we're going to be breaking bread over some powerful words from the Gospel of John, chapter 6, verses 22-29. If you're hungry for the Lord, then you're in the right place because today, we're talking about "The ...read more

Scripture: John 6:22-29

Topics: Work Of God

Getting Guidance For The Path Lesson 27 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 28, 2017

Seeking counsel from outside the spiritual family

A. SEEKING COUNSEL FROM OUTSIDE THE SPIRITUAL FAMILY: NUMBERS 10:29-36 “Now Moses said to Hobab the son of Reuel the Midianite, Moses’ father-in-law, ‘We are setting out for the place of which the LORD said, “I will give it to you.” Come with us, and we will treat you ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 10:29-36

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 1

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 17, 2011

Gaining a better understanding of verses that are unclear.

A. INTRODUCTION: WHY SOME VERSES ARE HARD 1. Because God is truthful, He wrote a Bible that is truthful. Truth is consistent with its self, and correlates with reality (the laws of nature). 2. What appears to be a contradiction, has an explanation. 3. We won’t understand everything. Peter ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Problems In Life

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 28, 2022

There are many things in life that distinguish us from each other. Such as:

? Ethnicity ? Economics ? Intelligence ? Spirituality ? Personal appearances ? Talents and skills ? Personalities Another thing that distinguishes us from each other is how we handle problems. We all have problems: But some folks do not have the slightest idea how to deal with them. While others ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

From Insulation To Intimacy Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011

This message talks about the call of God in your life to an intimate relationship with Him. The fact is that most Christians never get to that point in their relationships, let alone with God. We insulate ourselves, fearful of becoming too vulnerable and

From Insulation to Intimacy Genesis 12: 1-9 David Needham in his book, “Close to His” tells the story of a missionary in China who found it necessary to be gone from his family for an extended period of time. Aware that his leaving would not be understood by his youngest daughter, he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

The Woman With The Issue Of Blood Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 4, 2023

After your life falls apart, you can be changed by an encounter with Christ.

A. WHY DID SHE TOUCH JESUS: MARK 5:24-35? 1. She did not want Jesus to touch her. She thought Jesus might become unclean if He healed her with a touch. “Whoever touches her shall be unclean” (Leviticus 15:19). 2. She wanted contact. She did not want to touch Jesus, just His clothes. “… anything ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:43, Mark 5:28, James 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Songs From The Cave Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 23, 2025

From a dark cave where he was hiding for his life, David teaches us in Psalm 57 how to find refuge in God and turn any place of fear into a sanctuary of praise.

Introduction: Life in the Cave 1. Imagine for a moment that you are in a cave. It is dark, damp, and cold. You are a fugitive, hiding for your very life. The most powerful man in the kingdom, with his entire army, is hunting you, and you can hear his soldiers searching nearby. Every shadow could ...read more

Denomination: Baptist