Sermons about Genesis 12:1-17:17

How Far Can You See This Morning?

Contributed by Ronald Fair on Mar 7, 2001

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Rev. Fair speaks of our needs to look to Jesus: Look full in his wonderful face And the things of earth will grow strangely dim. In the light of his glory and grace.

HOW FAR CAN YOU SEE THIS MORNING? Genesis 13:14 “And the Lord said unto Abraham after that Lot was separated from him, lift up now thine eyes and look from the place where thou art”. INTRODUCTION What we are and what we may become depends in a large measure upon what we can see, and what ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:8-23, Genesis 13:14

Denomination: Methodist

Who Is Melchizedek? Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Mar 10, 2001

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Melchizedek seems like a mysterious figure in Genesis as he makes a brief appearance and then disappears until the New Testament. This sermon looks at the communion of Christ foreshadowed in Genesis.

Who is Melchizedek? Genesis chapter 14 begins by detailing how the five cities of the plains rebelled against the king of Elam. We aren’t given the prior history except that these cities served this king and paid tribute to prevent being destroyed. It was not uncommon in those days for a defeated ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:14-20, Hebrews 7:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Covenant Of Grace (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Mar 10, 2001

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The smoking pot, flaming torch and God’s covenant with Himself that benefited Abraham is a reflection of our covenant of grace. This sermon looks at the promise that is not dependent upon us, but on God’s grace.

The Covenant of Grace Genesis 15:1 After these things the word of the LORD came to Abram in a vision, saying, "Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield, your exceedingly great reward." 2 But Abram said, "Lord GOD, what will You give me, seeing I go childless, and the heir of my house is Eliezer ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-17, Genesis 15:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Covenant Of Grace (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Mar 10, 2001

based on 69 ratings

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The smoking pot, flaming torch and God’s covenant with Himself that benefited Abraham is a reflection of our covenant of grace. This sermon looks at the promise that is not dependent upon us, but on God’s grace.

The Covenant of Grace 3. The Covenant Look again at our passage in Genesis 15: 8 And he said, "Lord GOD, how shall I know that I will inherit it?" 9 So He said to him, "Bring Me a three-year-old heifer, a three-year-old female goat, a three-year-old ram, a turtledove, and a young pigeon." 10 Then ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:8-18, Hebrews 6:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Heartbeat Of God

Contributed by Greg Waddell on Mar 12, 2001

based on 155 ratings

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God’s missionary perspective throughout history challenges us to ask the question: Are we in tune with the heartbeat of God?

THE HEARTBEAT OF GOD In the church we have many clichés and buzzwords. We have used these phrases so often they have become commonplace. They still have their intellectual meaning, but they have lost their psychological impact. If you have been in the church for any time at all, you have heard ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prayer Trends In The Last Decade

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Apr 12, 2002

based on 36 ratings

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During the last ten years, several new expressions of prayer have evolved in the Body of Christ.

PRAYER TRENDS IN THE LAST DECADE By Jerry Falwell During the last ten years, several new expressions of prayer evolved in the Body of Christ. Notice that I said “Expressions of Prayer.” This meant that Christians have learned different ways to pray more effectively. Technically, we cannot ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:14-17, Joshua 6:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Call Of Abraham

Contributed by Victor Nazareth on Apr 14, 2002

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God’s call to Abraham and his response are important as it is alluded to in Scripture over and over again. It is an emblem for all subsequent calls. The Bible calls Abraham the father or all those who believe (Rom 4:11).

Introduction: God’s call to Abraham and his response are important as it is alluded to in Scripture over and over again. It is an emblem for all subsequent calls. The Bible calls Abraham the father or all those who believe (Rom 4:11). As we study his call we can examine our own call to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Charismatic

Biblical Teaching On Wealth

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Apr 19, 2002

based on 61 ratings

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Does the Bible guarantee wealth? This study looks at the topics of the Jesus and the apostles wealth and how money fits into the Christian life.

Biblical Teaching on Wealth In recent years there has been a growing misunderstanding about what the Bible teaches about wealth. It is now commonly taught that wealth is a God-given guarantee. It is supposedly guaranteed because of God’s covenant with Abraham. It is argued that we are under that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:12-14, Genesis 17:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

Temptations And Trials Series

Contributed by Michael Whitt on May 2, 2002

based on 8 ratings

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becoming God’s friend means living a life of faith. Becoming a main of faith is a process and this process includes temptations and trials.

TEMPTATIONS AND TRIALS: BECOMING A FRIEND OF GOD Genesis 12:4-13:4 Attention: Chippie the parakete --- Max Lucado story. Owner was on the phone, vacuuming out bird cage. Accidently vacuumed bird. In a rush, she opend the vacuum cleaner up. Bird was covered in dust. Like any good ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of The Promise Series

Contributed by John Knight on May 2, 2002

based on 8 ratings

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First in series. The gift of the promise of the messiah.

The Gift Of The Promise Genesis 12:1-3 Introduction: Tis the season to give gifts Hustle and bustle of those around us Stores are full "Little Paws Adventures"? – Insights for Living-Chuck Swindol God has given us FOUR gifts by which we can understand the true purpose and meaning of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Holiness

Making Sense Of The Mess In Israel And The Middle East

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 3, 2002

based on 99 ratings

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An attempt to clarify the details of the murky situation in Israel and the Middle East.

[This message was written during the unrest in Israel during the spring of 2002.] Our Goal: “Being aware of the situation when you ‘pray for the peace of Jerusalem.’” The Two Major Combatants: 1. Israel. - almost exclusively Jewish. - the vast majority of its people ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Pitched His Tent Toward Sodom

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on May 10, 2002

based on 54 ratings

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Where you walk makes a differance

Just a few thoughts about making wrong choices. Preach it! “PITCHED HIS TENT TOWARD SODOM” GENESIS 13:5-12 There are decisions each day that we make that determine our stand with our Lord. We have that freedom even if God wants our path to go in one direction, we still have the choice to decide ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:5-12

Denomination: Baptist

Looking Out For #1

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 22, 2002

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By looking out only for himself, Lot suffered the loss of everything.

July 8, 2001 Genesis 13 “Looking out for #1- the story of Lot” part 1 I want to tell you a story this morning. It’s a true story. It’s a story about a man who made bad choices. Every choice that he made was on the basis what he thought was in his best interest. This man had a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Abram's Lapse Of Faith

Contributed by Mike Honzell on Feb 12, 2002

based on 115 ratings

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dealing with backsliding

ABRAM’S LAPSE OF FAITH Genesis 12: 10-20 INTRODUCTION: A. Up until this moment in Abram’s life, he has been a model of what a believer should be 1. Galatians 3 tells us that God preached ther gospel unto Abram and he believed and that it was counted unto him ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

"God Alone Has Power To Bestow Blessing And Give Life.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Feb 15, 2002

based on 74 ratings

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Year A. Second Sunday in Lent Genesis 12: 1-4aFebruary 24, 2002 Title: “God alone has power to bestow blessing and give life.”

Year A. Second Sunday in Lent Genesis 12: 1-4a 12 Now the LORD said to Abram, "Go from your country and your kindred and your father’s house to the land that I will show you. 2I will make of you a great nation, and I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Denomination: Lutheran

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