Sermons on Promises To Abraham:

Precious Promises Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 5, 2014

Here we are challenged to take full advantage of the divine power & promises of God. Peter then gives us the specific steps to follow so that we may be victorious through Jesus Christ.

2 PETER 1: 3-8 [Our Precious Faith Series] PRECIOUS PROMISES Peter begins his teaching by reminding them and us of the basics of authentic Christianity. If we continue to live by the divine power which God has given to us, and if we continue to grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

Standing On The Promises Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 30, 2022

In 2 Samuel 5-7 David stands on God’s promise to him. It is God’s covenant to David. The promise is that his decedents will reign on the throne of Israel forever. Yet this promise goes beyond David and his family and the King of Israel. It is the promise of the coming Messiah.

When God makes you a promise you can stand on that promise The Hymn says it well: Standing on the promises that cannot fail, When the howling storms of doubt and fear assail, By the living Word of God, I shall prevail, Standing on the promises of God. That hymn has brought great comfort to many ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Heavenly Visitors Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jul 6, 2011

This is part 32 in our series on the Book of Genesis. In this sermon we discuss chapter 18 when God and the two angels appeared to Abraham and spoke with him concerning God's promise and God's judgment of Sodom.

Heavenly Visitors (Genesis part 32) Text: Genesis 18:1-15 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) Now if you know your Bibles then you know that in the next chapter is the infamous Sodom and Gomorrah story – where those two wicked cities are destroyed. And Bible scholars like to point out the contrast ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Audacity Of Simple Faith Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Feb 15, 2009

Abraham didn’t have much to go on - God’s promise. But what Abraham did, when he did it, and through what agency speaks volumes to the Jew and Gentile alike how to have trust in a God you cannot see.

Despite the good news that God gives new life free of charge, we humans have a hard time accepting such a gift. We, by nature want to earn or buy what we get. For the Roman Christians reading Paul’s letter, that would also have been true. In fact, many of them were Jewish Christians, and thinking ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Birth Of Isaac

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 11, 2014

The coming of Isaac into their home brought both joy and sorrow to Abraham and Sarah. As you look at the persons involved in this important event, you can learn some valuable lessons about basic Christian doctrine and how to live the Christian life.

May 19, 2014 Preaching Through Genesis By: Tom Lowe The Birth of Isaac. Gen. 21:1-7. Genesis 21:1-7 (KJV) 1 And the LORD visited Sarah as he had said, and the LORD did unto Sarah as he had spoken. 2 For Sarah conceived, and bare Abraham a son in his old age, at the set time of which God had ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Promise

Contributed by Rex E. Faile on Feb 1, 2008

Trust God! He’s worked in creation and is now working in us! His Word is HIS PROMISE! Follow Him and He will reward us with a meaningful life and eternal reward.

The Power of God’s Promise (Hebrews Chapter 11) Lakewood Christian Church Pastor Rex E. Faile, Sr. Introduction: In tonight’s lesson we wish to discuss the power of God’s Word in our lives. God’s Word is the foundation on which all things are created, sustained, and increased. If we conclude that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-6

Denomination: *other

Believers’ Promise

Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Mar 5, 2025

II Peter 3:9 Human life is limited, we often fail to reach our standard as a normal human being.

BELIEVERS’ PROMISE II Peter 3:9 Human life is limited, we often fail to reach our standard as a normal human being. One is considered to have reached that standard once one can live in the right path day by day. Apparently this normal standard is hard to obtain. Actually the standard set by Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Recover Your Faith Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Sep 15, 2023

Today we are going to look at two people who laughed, but it was not a joke - it was a promise that was humanly impossible.

RECOVER YOUR FAITH Genesis 18:9-15 Genesis 21:1-7 Introduction A sense of humor is a good thing. (Bulletin Bloopers) Proverbs 15:13, 15 A happy heart makes the face cheerful… The cheerful heart has a continual feast. Proverbs 17:22 A cheerful heart is good medicine… Today we are going to look ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-15, Genesis 21:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Gospel: Shown By Allegory Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Nov 20, 2015

Galatians 4:21-31 is unique. It is the only place in the New Testament to use allegory from the Old Testament. These events are recorded in Geneses 15-21. When Abraham was seventy five years old God promised him he would be the father of a great nation.

One of the most widely read and influential books of all time was written from a jail cell by a Baptist minister. He was in England, in jail for twelve years for preaching without a license when he wrote it. The title of the book is Pilgrims Progress and the author is John Bunyan. There are ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:21-31

Denomination: Baptist

Broken Promises

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003

The need to keep our commitment to God

“Broken Promises” Jeremiah 11 Intro: Today is a very special day in my life. 7 years ago today, I stood at the front of a church, and looked back the aisle at a young girl from my church who walked forward, took my hand, and committed the rest of her life to live as my wife. It’s a very ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 11:1-17, Jeremiah 11:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Promises Of Hope

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Dec 3, 2001

Jesus coming is heralded by three messengers. We too are called to herald his coming to those we know.

It’s perhaps appropriate in the week when Harry Potter hit the big screens in Australia that we should be looking at this account of Luke 1. Because here we see the supernatural in far more startling form than anything you’ll ever read in Harry Potter - and this is history! Here we have an angel ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-38

Denomination: Anglican

A Promise In The Darkness

Contributed by Chris Tiller on Dec 14, 2005

Isaiah the prophet communicated the prophecy about Immanuel to Ahaz. An angel communicated the promise of Jesus to Joseph. Ahaz responded in fear. Joseph responded in trust.

“The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel.” Most of you are familiar with the story: Joseph had learned that Mary was with child, and he was making plans to divorce her quietly. An angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream, saying to Joseph: ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Promises For The Faithful Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 27, 2008

Our future depends on our past & present attitude & actions toward God. Yet even if we have thwarted God’s purposes in our past, He is willing to restore us, for God is a God of redemption. He holds out gracious promises to those who turn to Him.

ISAIAH 48: 17-22 PROMISES FOR THE FAITHFUL [Jeremiah 50:4-8] Had Israel responded to God in their past, their present life and circumstances would have been considerably different. Instead of being enslaved and going into exile they would have walked in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 48:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

Standing On The Promises

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Jun 13, 2015

God assures Abram and Us that we can stand on his promises. We can do this by Remembering what He did for us, Relying on his promises, Resting in His deliverance and Remembering that God is in control.

Standing On The Promises Genesis 15:7-16 (NLT) ( for an audio and visual of this sermon go to www.thecreekmonroe.com) Intro: A small boy riding a bus home from Sunday school was very proud of the card he had received, which had a picture and a caption that read: “Have Faith in God.” ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

Choosing Your Credit Union Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jul 28, 2011

The foundation of Abraham's life was that he confidently placed his trust in God. That decision determined all of the choices he made in his life.

“Between the Lines: Choosing Your Credit Union” Romans 4:1-25 When investing or saving our money, we look for an institution that has a good track record, a firm in which we have great confidence. Our hard earned dollars are simply too precious to entrust to someone or something we do ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed