Sermons on Rebekah:

Who Is This Man? Who Are You?

Contributed by Frank Janzow on Oct 30, 2014

We explore Jesus’ identity in Mark's Gospel, invite people to take a fresh look at him and his baptismal identity, at our identity, and at the anointing of power we receive in Christ for a life of purpose in a world that tries to steal our true identity.

Epiphany 1 Mark 1:4-11 In Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, there is a famous line: What’s in a name? That which we call a rose, by any other name would smell as sweet. His point? A rose is a rose. Who we are is more important than what we’re called. Still, a good name ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11

Denomination: Lutheran

God’s Purpose In Your Barrenness

Contributed by Margaret Minnicks on Jun 3, 2013

God had an ultimate purpose for the barrenness of biblical women such as Hannah in the Old Testament and Elizabeth in the New Testament.

Usually when we think about Hannah, no doubt we think about her prayer for a son. Today, let’s go deeper into the story and see that Hannah’s barrenness served a purpose. When we speak of women being barren in the Bible, it is usually in reference to a woman being childless. However, the word ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Passing On The "Christian Baton"! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 17, 2009

Like Isaac being called by God to be a witness for Him and passing on the "calling" to Jacob, Christians are also called and are to pass the baton of Good News of Christ.

This picture was during the 2008 Olympic Games in China. What can you say about this picture?? A relay running race is a team event in which you have to pass a baton from one teammate to another in order to finish the race. The US Team dropped the baton and was disqualified from the race. It has ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Life Of Joseph - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 14, 2011

It is said that every man or woman's life contains sufficient material for a great novel. Joseph's life certainly did.

Chuck Swindoll in his book entitled “Joseph” writes, “The Bible is the supreme Book on human personality. From Adam in Genesis to Satan in the Apocalypse, its portraits are unforgettable. Augustine wrote how men wander over the earth and wonder at the rivers and the mountains ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:1-30

Denomination: Christian Church

The Life Of Abraham, Part 13: A Son Is Born! Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 14, 2014

The long awaited bundle of joy finally arrives

The Life of Abraham, Part 13: A Son is Born! Genesis 21:1-7 Introduction In the last lesson, we saw a serious breach of faith in Abraham. He had failed to trust in Yahweh to protect him among the inhabitants of Gerar and rather trusted in his own wisdom. Had not the LORD intervened as his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Challenge Of Change

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Feb 18, 2014

A sermon to challenge our perspectives about change.

"The Challenge of Change" Isaiah 54:1-4 Isaiah 54:2 Enlarge the place of thy tent, and let them stretch forth the curtains of thine habitations: spare not, lengthen thy cords, and strengthen thy stakes; Introduction: How many of you are interested in seeing our church grow? I know that sounds ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Study Of Genesis: The Book Of Beginnings Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 23, 2015

The Study Of Genesis: The Book Of Beginnings

The Study Of Genesis: The Book Of Beginnings 2 Timothy 3:16 (KJV) 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: The first book of the Old Testament is called “Genesis.” ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Foursquare

By Chance Or By The Will Of God?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 31, 2017

Does God ordain all that happens or is He captive to Chance?

By Chance or by the Will of God Genesis 29:1-14 It is never bothersome to remind you that every Scripture in the Bible is set in context with what comes before and after it. This is the literal context. Even though it would be centuries before Moses would write the Book of Genesis by the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Quit Feeding The Old Man

Contributed by Craig Benner on Feb 4, 2019

We all were born with a carnal nature. It does not matter how sanctified you think you have become, I must tell you that your " old nature" has not been eradicated. It is our ongoing task to keep him buried and "put under".

Quit Sneaking Food to the Old Man We crucify and mortify our old Adamic nature, but he is not erradicated. That will only take place when we receive our glorified bodies. Eph. 4:22 That ye put off concerning the former conversation the old man, which is corrupt according to the deceitful ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:6, Ephesians 4:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Rate Of Exchange

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Aug 10, 2021

Jesus made it clear that you can gain everything the world has to offer, but it rusts, wears out, turns to dust, and you cannot take it with you after you die. If you lose your soul, however, you lose your life for eternity.

Humanity in its natural state really does not place much value on life, preferring to love death (Proverbs 8:36) in the form of abortions, murders, manslaughter, varied stages and types of physical, emotional, and mental abuse, and a placing on some individuals and groups a stigma of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-28, Mark 8:34-38, Luke 9:23-26, Luke 12:13-21, James 4:13-15, Hebrews 9:27, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Revelation 20:11-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Love Story

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 13, 2021

Love must be described from God down.

Love Story “When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, He said: ‘It is finished!’ And He bowed His head and gave up the ghost.” (John 19:30) We have come again to Valentine’s Day, a day in which we reflect upon love. Much has been written or said about love. We can think of Henry Mancini’s ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30, John 13:1, John 3:16, 1 John 4:7-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Failure Not Final Sermon Ii: Forgiveness Is The Key To Resolution Of Failure Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Mar 11, 2020

Despite failures, sins, mistakes, errors of judgment - God can turn a dysfunctional relationship into a wonderful reunion of joy if we will forgive as God has forgiven us and then act in good faith.

FORGIVENESS THE KEY TO THE FINAL RESOLUTION OF FAILURE Failure is not final with the Father. Forgiveness is the key to the resolution of a relationship failure such as a family feud that is longstanding and most likely rooted in a dysfunctional ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:41, Genesis 33:1-11

Put God's Fear First

Contributed by Paul Robinson on May 17, 2023

What is the "fear of the Lord" all about? How can we display this fear in our lives?

The word “beginning” means “the first.” If you want godly wisdom, you must put God’s fear first. The fear of the Lord is simply a holy awe of God; it is a reverence for who He is. Without this fear, you cannot attain godly wisdom, for it is the beginning of such wisdom. This verse here tells us ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Hall Of Faith: Jacob PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

The story of Jacob's deception in Genesis, the consequences of deceit, the complexity of human relationships, and God's unwavering faithfulness amidst our chaos.

Good morning, Church family. We're diving deep into the book of Genesis today, focusing on a story that's as messy and tangled as a bowl of spaghetti. It's the story of Jacob's deception, a tale of deceit, broken relationships, and God's unshakeable faithfulness. As A.W. Tozer once said, "God never ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-34

Topics: Lying, Deception, Faith

The Rapture Of The Bride (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Stephen Smith on Jun 1, 2020

A message that examines the close parallel between the ancient Hebrew wedding ritual and the marriage of Christ and the Church.

Pt 7: The Rapture of the Bride (part 2) The Hebrew Wedding and the Rapture As I pointed out in my last message ('The Rapture of the Bride pt 1'), there appears to be significant misunderstanding concerning the nature and purpose of the Lord's 'parousia' ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:17, Matthew 1:19-20, Revelation 19:7-9, Revelation 3:20, James 4:4, 1 Peter 1:18, Titus 2:11-13, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Colossians 3:1, Revelation 22:20-21, Ephesians 5:31-32, Ephesians 1:13-14, Ephesians 1:4-5, John 17:19, John 14:2-3, Matthew 26:27-28, Matthew 24:36, Ephesians 5:25-26, Song of Songs 1:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren