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Genesis Chapter Twenty-One Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 13, 2023

These are thoughts on Genesis Chapter Twenty-One. In his work, "What does every Bible chapter say..." John Hunt gives an overview of each chapter of the Bible. It is my intention to do the same thing here.

GENESIS CHAPTER TWENTY-ONE OVERVIEW Overall what is happening in this chapter is that Isaac the promised child is born which causes strife between Hagar and Sarah. Thomas Coke (1801) – Genesis 21 Isaac is born, is circumcised and weaned. At Sarah's request Hagar is driven out; to whom, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Superficial Or Supernatural

Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Mar 27, 2012

Your religion, is it superficial or is it supernatural?

Introduction Your religion, is it superficial or is it supernatural? You’re going to find two kinds listed here in James chapter 1 beginning in verse 26: “If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his own heart, this man’s religion is ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Giving Thanks For Everything (Ephesians 5:20)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 16, 2007

A sermon by Angela Smith ...

"Sing and make music in your heart to the Lord, always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ" (Ephesians 5: 20) One of the first life skills I learnt from my parents was to say thank you. I’m sure this was the case for most us. It is an important ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:20

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Unity In Diversity

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Jun 22, 2009

The church is made of completely different people and if we don’t embrace our diversity we will not survive. We must focus on living worthy of the Gospel instead of living for ourselves.

Unity in Diversity Pastor Ryan Akers Good morning Sand Lake! Happy Father’s Day! I can’t tell you how excited I am to be here this morning to have the opportunity to share God’s Word with you. It’s been a really fun weekend getting to meet and know a bunch of you and then this morning trying to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Remnant Preserved Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Oct 27, 2009

Throughout history,God has preserved a remnant for the purpose of perpetuating His kingdom.

This morning, as we continue our journey through the Old Testament prophets, we’re going to deal with a concept that has come up previously, but today we’ll have a chance to examine it in more detail. We’ll do that as we continue to look at two different passages in the Book of Isaiah. So you’ll ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding Grace Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jan 27, 2014

Grace. It is something we all want yet struggle to give or we struggle to see those who really don't deserve it, receive it. The fact is that we don't really understand grace then. What is Grace and how can it affect our entire life when we receive it?

Understanding Grace What is Grace Unmerited favor By God’s Grace, you are saved(Ephesians 2:8-9) By God’s Grace, you are sanctified(Acts 13:43; By God’s Grace, you are to Serve (Ephesians 4 By God’s Grace, you are sustained (2 Corinthians 13:10 Intro Slide Good ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

History Series

Contributed by Peter Baumgartle on Sep 24, 2013

What were the Israelites Chosen for? What are we chosen for? This sermon reveals the heart of God drawing people to himself through his people

HISTORY I have 30 minutes to tell you the HISTORY of the World. - 30 Minutes to reveal to you the Will of God - 30 minutes to tell you what YOUR purpose in life is Here we go! 1. In the beginning God created the world. And it was Good! Notice: He started with the Universe - not just the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Time's Value

Contributed by Dennis King on Feb 1, 2022

How do we spend our time throughout our lives? Do we spend it wisely?

Time's Value When speaking or writing about "TIME" in the biblical sense the New and Old Testaments contain almost 1,100 references to time. Ecclesiastes 3 is an excellent, nearly all-inclusive, place to begin. Here are those verses are as written in the New King James Version. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33, 2 Peter 3:8

Denomination: Baptist

Small Problem Big Problem! Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 2, 2020

In these dark and crazy days, turn from the little sins before they become big problems; turn to the Lord; and trust Him to work out His plan.

In late January this year (2020), the San Miguel Sherrif’s department in Colorado issued a confusing tweet on their Twitter account: “Large boulder the size of a small boulder is completely blocking east-bound lane Highway 145 at Silverpick Rd. Please use caution and watch for emergency vehicles ...read more

Scripture: Judges 19:1-30, Judges 20:1-48, Judges 21:1-25, James 1:5

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Discipleship: Taking Up A Cross And A Shovel

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 7, 2002

A strong challenge to full discipleship.

READ: Luke 6:46-49 We’re going to come straight to the subject matter of these verses this evening. I have no introduction, except to say that: - in verse 46 - Jesus ASKS A DAMNING QUESTION - in verse 47 - Jesus CALLS FOR DECISIVE ACTION - in verse 48 - Jesus GIVES A DRAMATIC ILLUSTRATION And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:46-49

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Song Of Ascents

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 6, 2001

A message of encouragement for hurting, lonely, struggling people

A Song of Ascents Text: Psalm 121 Twisted hands opened the rough, wooden window and the aged Jew to whom the hands belonged backed again into the stuffy shadows of his sparsely furnished mud hut. The window afforded a narrow view of many other such huts, cramped together in the Jewish ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:35-39, Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Consider The Miracle Of The Loaves Series

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Aug 19, 2001

That’s the lesson, don’t ignore problems and don’t take the easy way out, face your problems with God’s help realizing He knows what He is doing.

John 6:1-14 Mark 6:52 "For they considered not the miracle of the loaves: for their heart was hardened." Craig Randall drives a garbage truck in Peabody, Massachusetts. In a garbage container one day, he noticed a Wendy’s soft drink cup bearing a contest sticker. Having won a chicken sandwich ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-14, Mark 6:52

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Coming Brings Great Joy

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Dec 16, 2003

ADVENT 3(A) - Christ’s coming brings great joy first by faith and then in heaven.

CHRIST’S COMING BRINGS GREAT JOY Isaiah 35:1-10 - December 14, 2003 ISAIAH 35:1-10 351 The desert and the parched land will be glad; the wilderness will rejoice and blossom. Like the crocus, 2it will burst into bloom; it will rejoice greatly and shout for joy. The glory of Lebanon will ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

A Faith Worth Talking About

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 26, 2003

In this message we will see some awesome things about the faith of the Thessalonian Christians that should inspire us to a deeper faith. (1 Thessalonians pt-1)

"A FAITH WORTH TALKING ABOUT" I THESSALONIANS 1:1-10 Today we begin our study of the book of I Thessalonians -- it will be a great study from the word of God. I will preach 6 messages on sunday mornings from this book. In Paul’s day, 200,000 people lived there -- most were Greeks, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Crucifion: The End Of The Beginning

Contributed by Joe Harding on Apr 14, 2004

JESUS FINISHED THE WORK FOR OUR SALVATION!

THE CRUCIFION: THE END OF THE BEGINNING JOHN 19:28-37 PALM SUNDAY APRIL 4, 2004 INTRODUCTION: Here’s why The Passion of Christ is rated "R". The "R" of course is because of the violence, the gore. In movie terms "R" stands for RESTRICTED, but in this movie "R" stands for RELEVANT, for REALISTIC, ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-37

Denomination: Baptist