Sermons on Older Son:

Genesis 48, Counter Cultural Living In Unity. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Aug 17, 2024

Joseph's journey was an interesting one, now Jacob aka Israel adopts his sons and blesses them but backwards. There are reasons for this.

Genesis 48: Counter Cultural Living; In Unity. Well, here we are nearly at the end of Genesis, we have travelled all the way from creation, the fall, the existing garden of Eden. Through to The Patriarchs, Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, and to Joseph in Egypt. His brothers turning up in need due to the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3, John 13:34-35, Matthew 22:36-39

Denomination: Salvation Army

From Birthright To Blessing. Isaac's Blessing Over Jacob

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 22, 2024

GOD chose to show HIS Grace and Mercy through an imperfect family, in order to bless those who will put their trust and faith in HIM.

2024.07.21. From birthright to blessing. Isaac’s Blessing over Jacob. William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA. GOD chose to show HIS Grace and Mercy through an imperfect family to bless those who will put their trust and faith in HIM. SCRIPTURES: Genesis 27:1-46, Genesis 28:1-5, Romans 8:8, John 8:44, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:1-46, Genesis 28:1-5, Romans 8:8, John 8:44, John 14:6, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Psalm 36:1, 2 Corinthians 7:1, Hebrews 12:14-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let Us Not Forget

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 28, 2009

Taking principles from the prodigal son and comparing them to our nation, we can see that our nation’s culture has been taken for granted.

Let Us Not Forget Luke 15:11-24 * The story of the “Prodigal Son” has reached legendary status. Almost every person (believer or unbeliever) can give a general storyline. Let’s see if we can simplify it. A man had two sons. The older one was a hard working boy who understood and accepted ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph: Sold Into Slavery Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jun 10, 2022

Joseph was stirring up the anger of his brothers because he was a tattletale. Already the seeds of strife and discord are being sold between Joseph and his brothers with this bad report he brought about them.

You have met the child who is the informer? The one who loves to report the wrongdoing of the other children. The probably start their informing with the words, guess what? It every family has an informer then Jacob and his 12 sons were not so different. What is shocking and unusual is for 10 of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Baptist

Bad Decision #2 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 7, 2024

God always responds when we repent and return to Jesus

What to eat, what to wear, who to respond to first, what to prioritize at work — each of us makes hundreds, if not thousands, of decisions each day. Some of these choices have larger consequences than others. For starters, who we choose to surround ourselves with, where we live, who we worship, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 81:11-12, Micah 6:8, 2 Peter 3:9-10, Proverbs 1:28-29, Luke 15:11-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Real Talk - Pt. 5 - Hacksaw Ridge Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2017

Movies + Pop Corn + Church = Reel Talk

Reel Talk Pt. 5 - Hacksaw Ridge Luke 15 is unique. It is probably no more than a 20 or 30 minute slot of time in Jesus' life. However, it stands out against all other moments when Jesus speaks because the entire exchange is simply stories. Stories to respond to the religious folks and their anger ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Am Coming! I Am Coming Quickly!

Contributed by Chaz Brown on Dec 18, 2000

I am coming quickly says the Lord, no one knows the hour, nor the day, not even the angels nor the son of God. Only the Father knows.

I am coming! I am coming quickly! By Rev. Chad M. Brown Matthew 24:36 (NIV) No one knows the hour, not even the day, not even the angels in heaven, not even the Son of God, but only the father knows. This may sound like I am off subject. But can you think of a time when you rebuked your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breaking News Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 4, 2001

God’s press conference to the world is good news about His Son that is intended for all people.

If God were to call a press conference and issue a news release for the world today, what do you think he would say? Some people think they know what God would say, but do we really know? Some think God would say, "I’m really mad at you guys, and if you don’t knock it off I’m going to send ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Ray Of Hope

Contributed by Sam Thomason on Feb 1, 2001

God offers us hope through the redemption of sin and reconciliation through His Son Jesus Christ.

"A Ray of Hope" Jeremiah 31:15-22 If you get lost in Brooklyn, New York, and wander into the section called Williamsburg, prepare yourself for a surprise. Boys playing baseball look rather odd... long, uncut curls of hair trail from above their ears down to their chests. Men in black, with ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:15-22

Denomination: Methodist

Christmas: From Servanthood To Sonship

Contributed by Chris Hilling on Oct 18, 2000

Topic: We celebrate Christmas because God sent His Son to provide humanity with salvation and sonship.

Topic: We celebrate Christmas because God sent His Son to provide humanity with salvation and sonship. Intro: * Talk about commercialization of Christmas. * Why has this happened? Fewer people know WHY we do celebrate... * Those who don't know Christ are servants to this world. * Paul told ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-7

The Spirit Led Life Part 8 (Goodness) Series

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Apr 11, 2002

Goodness has everything to do with morality according to God’s standards as lived through the life of the Son.

Joe Bedy Central Christian Church April 9 2002 Goodness Gal 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, Gal 5:23 gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. The Greek word for Goodness is "agathosune" and means "in all ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finding Jesus, Part I: Temptation Series

Contributed by Roy Hughes on Mar 21, 2001

Part 1 of the "Finding Jesus" series identifying us with the Son of Man and His victory over temptation.

Finding Jesus, part 1 “Finding Jesus In Our Temptations” From Isaiah to The Revelation, we can find 50 names for Jesus Christ. Over the next few weeks we will preach a series of messages that center on one of those titles: Matthew 13:37 TONIGHT WE SET OUT ON A QUEST TO FIND JESUS: THE SON ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-10, Philippians 4:12-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do We Know What The Demons Know Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 27, 2005

Examining what the Demons knew about Jesus - that he was the Son of God. Do we know this also?

Luke 4:31 - 37 – Do we know what the demons know? Australians are commonly cynical about talk of Satan, demons and evil spirits. Yet in many parts of the world the spiritual dimension is a reality very much believed in and experienced. For example, in 2001 Simala National High School in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:31-37

Denomination: Baptist

A Father Like None Other

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jun 19, 2006

This sermon leads you to examine four characteristics of our Heavenly Father as seen in the story of the Prodigal Son.

Today is father’s day. There will be much said about fathers on this day. We will reflect on our fathers, what they did for us and what they mean to us. It is an important day that we should always remember. All of us have special memories that we turn to on this day. A few days ago I read about ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Abba! Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Aug 10, 2006

God loves parenting! His desire is adoption and having you in His family as His sons and daughters.

I CAME ACROSS A HAUNTING STORY ABOUT A YOUNG MAN WHO WAS ABOUT TO BE SENTENCED TO THE PENITENTIARY. THE JUDGE HAD KNOWN HIM FROM CHILDHOOD, FOR HE WAS WELL ACQUAINTED WITH HIS FATHER. THE BOY’S FATHER WAS A FAMOUS LEGAL SCHOLAR AND THE AUTHOR OF AN EXHAUSTIVE STUDY ENTITLED, "THE LAW OF TRUSTS." ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:5-7

Denomination: Free Methodist