Sermons on Patriarchs Abraham:

Abraham: Justified By Faith Or By Works? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 22, 2005

Paul turns to Abraham to show that he too was justified before God by faith and not by works.

Scripture When asked about Christianity, actress Sophia Loren was reported as saying several years ago in the USA Today, “I’m not a practicant, but I pray. I read the Bible. It’s the most beautiful book ever written. I should go to heaven; otherwise it’s not nice. I haven’t done anything wrong. My ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:6-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Father Abraham Had Many Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Jan 18, 2010

This message is the next in an expository series through Romans.

“Father Abraham Had Many” Romans 4:1-12 November 23, 2008 My parents are “slides people”. What I mean is this: go to the Harvey home in VA, and you won’t find photo albums. No, early on, my dad decided to use slides to document the Harvey ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Power Of Faith On Display Series

Contributed by Joel Smith on Mar 15, 2009

Faith lived out has far reaching effects.

A new survey came out last week which reveals that Christian are losing their influence in the United States. “The nation has grown less religious in the last two decades … with a 10 percent drop in the number of people who call themselves Christians and increases in all 50 states among those ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Who By Faith….abraham

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 27, 2010

Who by Faith….Abraham (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Hebrews chapter 11 verses 8-19. • Abraham is revered by all Jews, Christians, and Moslems; • He serves as a common link between the world’s three great religions. • He is the patriarch of the Jewish nation, • A spiritual father to Christians, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-19

Denomination: Brethren

The God Of The Living And Not The Dead

Contributed by William Baeta on Nov 5, 2002

“Even Moses showed that the dead rise, for he calls the Lord ‘the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob. He is not the God of the dead, but of the living, for to Him all are alive’” Luke 20:37-38.

Introduction: One of the great revelations of Holy Scripture is the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In the words of the apostle Paul God “according to His great mercy has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.” Christ’s resurrection not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:27-38, Job 19:23-27, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Living Faith (Hebrews 11)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 27, 2024

Did the patriarchs and matriarchs of old leave us an example of a living faith or empty belief? Let's discuss this in Hebrews 11.

Is faith the assurance of things hoped for, the proof of things not yet seen? Did the patriarchs and matriarchs have a faith that pleased God? Do we believe that God is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him? Let’s discuss this in Hebrews 11. What is faith? Did faith make the ancient ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Lot" Of Problems Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Feb 25, 2016

Abram's nephew Lot tested Abram's heart when Lot found himself in trouble.

Late one summer evening in Broken Bow, Nebraska, a weary truck driver pulled his rig into an all-night truck stop. The waitress had just served him when three tough looking, leather jacketed motorcyclists - of the Hell’s Angels type - decided to give him a hard time. Not only did they ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

Iii.a.3.a: The Promise Given To Abraham’s Seed, Christ Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 18, 2018

God called Abraham, and He made him a “promise.”

October 23, 2013 The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians Tom Lowe Chapter III.A.3.a: The Promise Given to Abraham’s Seed, Christ (3:15-16) Galatians 3.15-16 (KJV) 15 Brethren, I speak after the manner of men; Though it be but a man's covenant, yet if it be confirmed, no man ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Back To Bethel Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Nov 1, 2016

The Patriarchs Back to Bethel Genesis 35 This is the last message in our series, “The Patriarchs,”

The Patriarchs Back to Bethel Genesis 35 David Taylor October 9, 2016 This is the last message in our series, “The Patriarchs,” in which we have seen God’s grace triumph over human sin in the lives of Abraham, Isaac, and now Jacob. This week Genesis 35 ends the Jacob cycle on a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 35:1-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sibling Rivalry Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 20, 2005

Learn how two brothers fight from before birth - and how differences in attitude towards God can mean a big difference in how your life goes.

Verse 1 - 4 Abraham remarried and had kids - the kids were of no consequence and moved to different areas around Palestine - the point is that Isaac is the focus of the blessing. Verse 5 - 8 Abraham started giving away the inheritance before he was dead. Even though Isaac was the focus of ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Four Lesson From Four People's Lives Series

Contributed by Larry Sarver on Jun 11, 2002

A message on the spiritual life-lessons Christians can learn from Isaac, Rebekah, Jacob, and Esau.

Genesis Series #49 June 02, 2002 Title: Four Lesson From Four People’s Lives Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info Welcome to New life in Christ. Today we continue with message #49 in our verse-by-verse study of the Book of Genesis. Read Genesis 25:19-34 Opening ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prepared For A Sinful World--Secure In God's Promise Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on Mar 10, 2002

We will walk with Jacob’s family and view the faithful walk of young Joseph. His willingness to go when called of God--I pray that you and I are as willing to place ourselves in service to God and possible in harms way to fulfill God’s perfect will.

Prepared for a Sinful World Resting Secure in God’s Promise Remembered in Trials DBF 3/10/02 Boy, when you live in a small community like Dillingham or Bristol Bay you can’t afford to lose any friends. What do you think you should do to keep your friends and family happy with you. *Keep ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Baptist

Seeds Rarely Fall Far From The Tree Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on Feb 9, 2002

We will watch as God calls Jacob to Bethel and provides His protection as the family journeys to Bethel. We will also see some consequences of sins in Jacob’s family and things that happen due to it.

Seeds rarely fall Far from the Tree Real consequences of our Sin Cleaning house under God’s Providence Consequences of sins in Jacob’s family Have you ever known someone who was richly blessed in material things, in knowledge, in wisdom, in relationships? What did that person claim as the reason ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 35:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

Four Words Away From God's Dream Series

Contributed by Scott Mathews on Mar 22, 2004

Second in the series "God has a dream." Dreams are fulfilled when we realize that we cannot do it, but God can.

Adventure Christian Church Genesis 42:41(p. 26) Four Words Away From God’s Dream God’s dreams are fulfilled through us when we realize… 1. We cannot do it. “I cannot do it” (v. 41) • Stage One: The LORD takes us into His workshop. For Joseph, it was 4745 days of prison…13 yrs. For ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 42:41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blessings In A Box Of Bones

Contributed by James O. Davis on Dec 12, 2006

During this holiday season we need to reflect on the blessings of God. The blessings of God come in different shapes and sizes and they are immeasurable and innumerable. This Christmas, we should consider the blessings that are found in a box of bones.

James O. Davis is the founder and president of Second Billion (TM). You are invited to learn more about Second Billion by visiting www.billion.tv. BLESSINGS IN A BOX OF BONES By James O. Davis Gen. 15:13-14; 50:22-30; Heb. 11:22 Introduction: During this holiday season we need to reflect on ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God