Sermons on Slavery:

Life Story Of Joseph

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 10, 2006

our story this week is about a guy who had no supernatural strength. He had no halos. He never performed miracles. But he had a great heart of grace. The Joseph story is quite a lengthy story (Gen.37 – 45), so allow me to summarize. The dramatic narrative

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: I have to tell you that I’m proud of my WV heritage, but over the years I have had to overcome a lot of adversity associated with my home state. People actually think that one leg is longer than the other and that people don’t wear shoes. In fact, I pulled out of my ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:20

Your Eyes Are On Canaan, But Your Mind Is In Egypt!

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Jul 20, 2001

In order to reach your destiny,your mind must be focused on were are going.

YOUR EYES ARE ON CANAAN, BUT YOUR MIND IS IN EGYPT! EXODUS 16:1-3 (ROMANS 8:1-5) As I continue to grow and mature in life, and in the Lord, I have discovered that in order to achieve success, or attain a goal, you must have a fixed mind... In planning a brighter tomorrow you must anticipate the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-3, Romans 8:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Base Ten Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Dec 2, 2000

Introduction to Sermon Series on the 10 Commandments: Why God gave them, what they say about God, what they say about people.

How many of you like murder mysteries? It’s one of the most popular genres around. I myself have been a major fan of murder mysteries for years. I excuse the habit because Dorothy Sayers approved of them (She not only wrote the Lord Peter Wimsey mystery stores but was also a rather brilliant ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:1-7, Deuteronomy 8:11-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Who Is Your Mother Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jun 18, 2002

As children of promise, we are to live free.

WHO IS YOUR MOTHER? Galatians 4:21-5:1 S: Freedom Th: Grace-Full Living Pr: AS CHILDREN OF PROMISE, WE ARE BORN TO LIVE FREE. TS: We will find in our study of Galatians 4:21-5:1 the significance of being “children of promise.” Inductive I. Background (History) II. Interpretation ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Building Stronger Families

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 9, 2002

What can we learn from Jacobs family about building a stronger Family

This message began with a clip from Joseph and the Technicolor DreamCoat. The clip was when the brothers sold Joseph into Slavery and then told Jacob the news. Wow that is the family that put the fun in dysfunctional. My Daddy told me once that everybody is good for something even if it’s to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:22-26

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Teenager In Trouble Series

Contributed by Douglas Dudley on Jun 2, 2005

WHAT DO WE TELL OUR TEENAGERS TO DO WHEN THEY FIND THEMSELVES IN DEEP TROUBLE? THE BOOK OF GENESIS GIVES US THE PERFECT ANSWER WITH THE STORY OF JOSEPH.

A TEENAGER IN TROUBLE TEXT- GENESIS 37-39 INTRODUCTION. This morning I would like to go back to our study in the book of Genesis—“ The Book of The Beginnings of Faith”. We have been away from this study for the last 3 weeks, as we have discussed Mother’s Day, Graduates, and Memorial Day. This ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Do I Deal With Guilt? Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jul 25, 2002

how Joseph’s brothers’ finally had to come to grips with their guilt

July 28, 2002 Genesis 42:21-24 They said to one another, “Surely we are being punished because of our brother. We saw how distressed he was when he pleaded with us for his life, but we would not listen; that’s why this distress has come upon us.” Reuben replied, “Didn’t I tell you not to sin ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 42:21-25

Denomination: Lutheran

You Call This A Fast? Series

Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Oct 30, 2002

#1 of 4 sermons on biblical fasting.

You Call This A Fast? (Isaiah 58:1-9) I. False Fasting A. Objectives 1. Deceive God 2. Serve Self 3. Make a Fast Shekel B. Results 1. Exploitation of workers 2. Quarreling and strife 3. External humility 4. Unrepentant mourning II. True Fasting A. Objectives 1. Exercise justice a) Loose the chains ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-9

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Obey And Be Blessed Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on May 6, 2009

God’s boundares are designed for our good!

TEXT: Exodus 20 TITLE: The Journey Towards Holiness - “Obey The Law!” or “Obey and Be blessed” SERIES: Lessons Learned from God’s People TOPIC: Obedience OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, May 3, 2009 PROP.: Obedience is the next key word to holiness! INTRODUCTION: We are in a series ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Now Is Not The End Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 1, 2011

This series focuses on how we sometimes allow what we are experiencing right now to overshadow where God is leading us - mistaking the noew for the end.

Now Is Not The End Scripture: Genesis 37:1-22; 23-28 Introduction: I want to take this time on our first Sunday of a New Year to wish each of you a Happy New Year. As I thought about the message I wanted to deliver today, I thought about a message that my brother had delivered at his church. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Obvious Choice

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Aug 23, 2009

Text: Year A, 12th Sunday after Pentecost (Josh 24:14-18, John 6:58 – 69) FCF: We must focus on the grateful words of life or else will miss out on the obvious goodness of God. MP: The Gospel is an obvious choice, but there are things that prevent us

The Obvious Choice Text: Year A, 12th Sunday after Pentecost (Josh 24:14-18, John 6:58 – 69) FCF: We must focus on the grateful words of life or else will miss out on the obvious goodness of God. MP: The Gospel is an obvious choice, but there are things that prevent us from making it ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

Does God Care About Me?

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 7, 2011

God cares for you the same way He cared for Joseph! He wants to: 1. restore your broken relationships (vs. 1-5). 2. save you from your sins (vs. 5-7). 3. bring blessings out of your burdens (vs. 8). 4. make you part of His mission (vs. 9-15).

Does God Care about Me? Genesis 45:1-15 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - May 23, 2010 BACKGROUND & INTRODUCTION: *Does God care about me? -- Everybody needs to know the answer to this question. And today we can find the answer from one of the greatest men in the Old Testament. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

5. The Creation Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 2, 2018

Creation - From a "functional" rather than a "materialistic" Lens

IN GOD'S IMAGE 5 - THE CREATION This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with God in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:18, Genesis 1:1-2, Genesis 2:2-3

Denomination: Christian Church

Watch And Be Ready!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 20, 2016

Watch and Be Ready - 1 Timothy chapter 6 verses 1-21 - sermon by Gordon Curley. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Watch Your Motives (vs 1-2). (2). Watch Your Attitudes (vs 3-5). (3). Watch Your Values (vs 6-10 & 17-19). (4). Watch Your Testimony (vs 11-16). (5). Watch Your Stewardship (vs 20-21). SERMON BODY: Ill: • The crowded cafeteria sported a large sign reading: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:1-21

Denomination: Brethren

Essential Truths: The Triune God - The Holy Spirit In The World And In The Church

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Mar 17, 2019

What would the world be like without God, if Jesus had not come? This message explores the work of God in the world and in the church. The message borrows freely from William Barclay, and Jeremiah Johnson's book "Unimaginable".

Essential Truths: The Triune God - The Holy Spirit: Trinity in the World and in the Church This past Thursday. 4 days ago. New Zealand. Christchurch. A peaceful city in a peaceful country. A 28 years old man walks up to another man and is greeted: “Welcome brother”. The first man shoots the ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational