Sermons on The Loving Father:

Just Like My Father

Contributed by Michael Thomas on Feb 10, 2004

In order to be like our Father God, we must get rid of anger and begin living a life of love. But what does that mean in our everyday lives?

Many here have heard of a man named Bobby Knight. He’s a famous college basketball coach. Bobby Knight is given to what commentaries on the Old Testament refer to as "ebullitions of wrath." Maybe you’ve seen some of Bobby’s ebullitions on display in television news clips: Coach Knight hurling a ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Father, The Son And The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Dec 14, 2024

God’s love is made known to us through the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ and continues to work among us in the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, the church.

I wonder whether you could recall your experiences during the first few months or years when you started working and were a junior employee. Among those experiences, could you remember a few extra things you were expected to do outside your job description that people who had been around for some ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17, Romans 8:12-17

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Father Abraham

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Jun 28, 2004

FAther Abraham is the father of many nations. Even we, who have been grafted into the vine are now Abraham’s heirs. Because of that all the precious promises God made to Abraham are ours today. REach out and take one.

Father Abraham Pastor Jamie Wright * Maranatha Fellowship Church * 06-20-04 Father’s Day Genesis 12:1-5 1 Now the Lord had said to Abram: "Get out of your country, From your family And from your father’s house, To a land that I will show you. 2 I will make you a great nation; I will bless you ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Honoring Fathers

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Jun 6, 2006

Giving honor to father’s and mothers is biblical. Today we are giving honor to father’s. Instead of preaching at our fathers today is going to be rather light. I hope you will laugh some but at the same time we will share some serious and sobering thin

Giving honor to father’s and mothers is biblical. Today we are giving honor to father’s. Instead of preaching at our fathers today is going to be rather light. I hope you will laugh some but at the same time we will share some serious and sobering things about fathers. TOP 10 THINGS YOU’LL ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Of Fathers And Baptism

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jun 19, 2010

How does Matthew 3 relate to Father’s day? You might be surprised.

Matthew 3 Happy Father’s day! How many fathers are here today? Matthew 3 has a good Father’s day message in it. John scolded the hypocritical Pharisees and Sadducees when they came to where he was baptizing. He said (vs. 9), “Do not think you can say to yourselves, ‘We have Abraham as our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Father Abraham Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 3, 2018

Message 6 in our Galatians series exploring chapter 3 on Abraham's faith.

Chico Alliance Church “Father Abraham” True freedom comes by grace through faith in Christ I. Paul carries the right credentials 1:1-2:14 Apostle, taught personally by Christ Himself II. Paul Teaches the Correct Concept of the Gospel of Grace 2:15-4:31 Right standing before God comes only ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Everlasting Father Series

Contributed by Hal Seed on Jul 27, 2007

Third in a four-part series on the attributes of Jesus prophesied by Isaiah, this was designed to give hope and comfort during the dark Xmas season of 911.

[This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Praying To The Father

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 14, 2005

Principles for prayer

"FOR THIS CAUSE I BOW MY KNEES UNTO THE FATHER OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, OF WHOM THE WHOLE FAMILY IN HEAVEN AND EARTH IS NAMED." Verses 1 and 14 begin with the same three words: "FOR THIS CAUSE." The words, "FOR THIS CAUSE," refer back to Paul’s description in chapter 2 of what the Gentiles had ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Father Of The Faithful Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 20, 2011

Through this passage one can understand that Abraham was justified before he was circumcised and before the Law was given. Circumcision and legal obedience are not necessary conditions of justification

ROMANS 4:9-15 THE FATHER OF THE FAITHFUL Paul has proven that Abraham was not justified nor forgiven on account of his good actions. But what was the nature of the Covenant made with Abraham? Was the promise made on the condition of faith, or on the condition of circumcision, which was the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

A Father's Choice

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jun 19, 2017

A Father's Day sermon.

"A Father's Choice" Joshua 24:1-15 Joshua 24:14 Now therefore fear the LORD, and serve him in sincerity and in truth: and put away the gods which your fathers served on the other side of the flood, and in Egypt; and serve ye the LORD. 15 And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Father's Purpose Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 7, 2012

The PURPOSE of the Father is to transform us into the likeness of the CHARACTER of Christ, which is expressed by the FRUIT of the Spirit. We are to heed God's call by surrendering to Him, cooperating with Him, and remaining in Christ.

Matt 28:19-20 – we are not called to make converts, but to make DISCIPLES who would obey Christ in everything. That’s LIFE CHANGE. In today’s world, the emphasis on good character is being gradually eroded. • In the past, we look at leaders as people with good character ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Descriptive Greeting Continued - Beloved By God The Father Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Oct 12, 2010

We are loved by God.

Intro: 1. In the 1980s, people shelled out thousands of dollars to own a potbellied pig, an exotic house pet imported from Vietnam. Their breeders claimed these mini pigs were quite smart and would grow to only 40 pounds. Well, they were half right. The pigs were smart. But they had a ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Perfect Father

Contributed by Greg Tabor on Jan 6, 2006

On Father’s Day we try to focus on the good qualities of our dads. The facts are that none of us have had perfect dads. Even the best dad has his flaws. This morning I want to take a look at the Perfect Father, your Heavenly Father. My hopes are that dads

The Perfect Father 6/19/05 Father’s Day Lighthouse Assembly of God Pastor Greg Tabor Introduction Today is a day we honor fathers. Perhaps your father is with you this morning or maybe you will meet him for lunch or maybe a card or a phone call is all you can do because of the distance between ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:9-11, Matthew 7:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Godly Father Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Sep 6, 2011

Sermon 6 of 6 in the Calvary 2003 Series on the Family. On Father's Day, we return to the classic biblical story of Abraham. Looking at the characteristics of a godly father as evidenced in Abraham's life, we also take time to look at the principles behin

A GODLY FATHER Genesis 18:19 Calvary Baptist Church June 15, 2003 This is message number 6 of 6 in our 2003 series on the family, beginning Mothers Day and ending Fathers Day. INTRODUCTION: • In chapter 19, God is about to destroy Sodom. • Abraham is so faithful that God will not ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:19

Denomination: Baptist

Father's Day

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 10, 2010

A young father to be was pacing back and forth, wringing his hands in the hospital corridor while his wife was in labor. He was tied up in knots of fear and anxiety...and beads of perspiration dropping from his brow revealed the agony of his suffering.

FATHER'S DAY 1 Timothy 2:8 A young father to be was pacing back and forth, wringing his hands in the hospital corridor while his wife was in labor. He was tied up in knots of fear and anxiety...and beads of perspiration dropping from his brow revealed the agony of his suffering. Finally, at 4:00 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8