Sermons on Patriarchs:

The Story Of Joseph

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 25, 2015

: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.

1 Corinthians 10:12-13 Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall. 13 There hath no temptation (trial: whether in the form of seductions or afflictions, solicitations to sin or hardships) taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:12-13

Denomination: Foursquare

God Wants To Be First. Series

Contributed by James Webster on Apr 25, 2015

Abram had an Old Testament experience with an Old Testament symbol of Christ and he gave to Him first. God wants to be first.

MESSAGE SERIES “Look to the Stars”- Message III The Life of Abraham God keeps His promises; we must remain obedient to Him even when the future isn’t clear.” INTRODUCTION OF SERIES We are doing a series on Sunday mornings, titled, “LOOK TO THE STARS” The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:18-23

Denomination: Nazarene

My Praise Might Not Be Purdy, But It’s Praise Anyhow

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jun 16, 2015

My Praise Might Not Be Purdy, But It’s Praise Anyhow

My Praise Might Not Be Purdy, But It’s Praise Anyhow Genesis 37:18-28 And when they saw him afar off, even before he came near unto them, they conspired against him to slay him. 19 And they said one to another, Behold, this dreamer cometh. 20 Come now therefore, and let us slay ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:18-28

Denomination: Foursquare

Uncommon Purity: Joseph Series

Contributed by Seth Alexander on Feb 17, 2015

We must live Uncommon lives. See how Joseph lived with an Uncommon Purity

Uncommon Purity: Joseph Genesis 39:1-23 Live an uncommon life. Jesus Prayed for us: John 17:15-18 NIV My prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that you protect them from the evil one. They are not of the world, even as I am not of it. Sanctify them by the truth; your word is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

A Revolution Of Tenderness Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 21, 2015

An opportunity exists in the world to turn away from solipsism and bring all humanity into communion.

Thursday of 5th Week in Lent 2015 Joy of the Gospel Abraham is, as the Roman Canon says, our “father in faith.” He believed that, old as he and Sarah were, they would have a child, and by the power of the Lord, Sarah conceived and brought forth Isaac. But Isaac was not the real child ...read more

Scripture: John 8:51-59

Denomination: Catholic

The Study Of Abraham, The Man Of Faith Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 21, 2015

The Study Of Abraham, The Man Of Faith

The Study Of Abraham, The Man Of Faith Genesis 12:1-3 (KJV) 1 Now the LORD had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father's house, unto a land that I will shew thee: 2 And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

“let’s Take A Stand”

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Jul 26, 2015

We need to be ready to have great energy for God, Serve God in mighty ways and pay the price for doing so.

I. Doing Great Exploits (Taking a Stand) means going to the foot of the cross. (Luke 23:50-56) - Joseph was at the cross when Jesus died as was the Centurion - Illustration # 2 ”Never getting over the cross” - This is where we get our boldness, energy, II. Doing Great Exploits (Taking ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:32

Denomination: Baptist

It's Time For Change

Contributed by Michael L. Brown on Nov 2, 2015

This sermon was preached when a church was installing a new pastor. Membership shoud be reminded that churches evolve over the course of time. Diferent Pastors do things diferently. The method may change but the message of the Gospel remains the same.

Change Gen. 12: 1- 4 Now the aLord had said to Abram: “Get bout of your country, From your family, And from your father’s house, To a land that I will show you. 2I will make you a great nation; I will bless you And make your name great; And you shall be a blessing. 3 I will bless ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joseph Seeking His Brethern

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015

Joseph and his brothers

JOSEPH SEEKING HIS BRETHREN Genesis 37:12-36 Genesis 37:16 And he said, I seek my brethren: tell me, I pray thee, where they feed their flocks. The father sent the son to seek his brethren.He was sent, and he was to return: Genesis 37:14 And he said to him, Go, I pray thee, see whether it be well ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:12-36

Denomination: Holiness

Joseph, Jesus, And The Bowing Of The Knee

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015

Joseph Triumphant

JOSEPH, JESUS, AND THE BOWING OF THE KNEE Scripture Reading: Genesis 43:24-28 & Philippians 2:5 -11 Text: Genesis 43:26 And when Joseph came home, they brought him the present which was in their hand into the house, and bowed themselves to him to the earth. I. THE BOWING WAS PROMISED Genesis 37:9 ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 43:24-28

Denomination: Holiness

Abram To Abraham.

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015

Abram to Abraham.

Gen 17:1-14 Abram to Abraham. I. The Revelation. 1 And when Abram was ninety years old and nine, the LORD appeared to Abram, and said unto him, I am the Almighty God; walk before me, and be thou perfect. i. The Timing - when Abram was ninety years old and nine 99 ii. The Testing - the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-14

Denomination: Holiness

Integrity Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 23, 2013

Purity, Circumstances, Integrity

Genesis 39:1-23 September 15, 2013 Introduction: I spent a lot of time in New Orleans and the gulf region after Katrina hit in 2005...Almost a dozen trips in 3 years...And then we partnered with Stadia and Team Expansion to plant a church in St. Bernard’s Parish...It’s called ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Isaac: The Beginning Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Paul Basehore on Jan 5, 2016

Isaac is the first real reference to Christ. God did the exact same thing with Christ that He expected Abraham to do with Isaac.

From 1935 to 1962, former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt had a daily newspaper column in which she would write her opinion on various world events. Mrs. Roosevelt was a very talented writer and speaker, and many famous quotes attributed to her name came from these columns and speeches. Some examples ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-2, Genesis 18:9-12, Genesis 21:1-7, Genesis 22:1-13, Luke 1:26-34, Hebrews 11:17-19, Matthew 4:1-11, Matthew 26:38-42  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jacob: The Beginning Of A Nation Series

Contributed by Paul Basehore on Jan 5, 2016

God will still fulfill his promises, even in the middle of difficulty

How many of you have ever eaten at a Hard Rock Cafe? They can be found all over the world - in 59 countries, actually -- and it used to be popular to collect t-shirts from as many locations as possible. At one point I had a shirt from Beijing, China; Sydney, Australia; Paris, France; Rome, Italy; ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:12-22, Genesis 32:24-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Make The Most Of Your Blessings Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 22, 2011

How can we make the most of our blessings? 1. Rally to help other people (vs. 14-16). 2. Recognize God’s greatness (vs. 17-20). 3. Repay God’s tithe (vs. 20).

Old Testament Encounters with Christ Part 5: Make the Most of Your Blessings Genesis 14:1-20 (reading vs. 14-20) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Dec. 21, 2011 BACKGROUND: *The background for our Scripture is war between two groups of kingdoms: Four kings of the East against five ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:1-20

Denomination: Baptist