In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Abraham, Hagar, and Ishmael from the book of Genesis. He highlights how God promised Abraham that Ishmael would become a great nation. However, God later clarifies to Abraham that it is through Isaac that his seed will be called. The preacher emphasizes the obedience of Isaac and compares it to the obedience of Jesus Christ. He also mentions how the miraculous birth of Isaac symbolizes the resurrection of Christ. Overall, the sermon explores God's gracious dealings with Abraham, Hagar, and Ishmael, and the significance of Isaac in the biblical narrative.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that God is not just a passive observer of our struggles and suffering. He takes action to deliver His people from their hardships. The preacher also highlights the importance of not getting too attached to material possessions, as they can easily be taken away. Instead, our focus should be on the things of the Spirit and God's eternal kingdom. The sermon references the story of Moses and the Israelites in Egypt, where they faced oppression and hardship, but ultimately God delivered them.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of being chosen by God for a task, urging believers to seek God's purpose for their lives. It highlights the need for wholehearted discipleship, questioning if God can choose them for a specific task in their lifetime. The sermon stresses the significance of passing God's tests, like Abraham, to experience God's blessings and fulfill His plans.

In this sermon, the speaker addresses the concept of financial freedom and challenges the idea that wealth and riches equate to godliness. He emphasizes that serving both God and money is not possible and provides examples from Scripture where individuals compromised their faith for material gain. The speaker highlights the story of Balaam, Lot, and Achan as cautionary tales of those who yielded to covetousness and suffered the consequences. The sermon encourages listeners to prioritize their relationship with God over the pursuit of wealth and to seek true spiritual abundance.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of total commitment to God. He references the commandment in Deuteronomy 6:5 to love the Lord with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. The preacher also highlights the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross and the need for believers to offer their lives fully to God. The sermon then focuses on the example of Abraham and his unwavering commitment to God, even when faced with the difficult task of sacrificing his son Isaac.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of holiness among Christians, comparing it to a parent's concern for their sick or failing children. It highlights the need for believers to seek holiness, which is more significant to God than physical health or financial prosperity. The message stresses the necessity of fearing God, passing His tests in secret obedience, and seeking His blessings through a life of holiness.

In this sermon, the speaker shares two stories of teams spreading the word of God in challenging circumstances. One team went to a town in Sudan and faced immediate arrest, but were eventually allowed to sell literature and share the Jesus film. The other team faced the test of obedience, similar to Abraham's sacrifice of his son Isaac in the Bible. The speaker emphasizes that obedience to God's will often involves suffering, but it ultimately leads to blessings. The sermon concludes with a story of a community in Sudan turning from Islam to Christianity in just two weeks, after being influenced by previous relief and development work done by Christian organizations.

This sermon delves into the life of Abraham, showcasing his journey of faith, obedience, and the consequences of both listening to God and following human advice. It emphasizes the importance of saying 'Amen' to God's word, learning from mistakes, and being dedicated to God's will. The sermon also highlights the contrast between the ways of Babylon, symbolizing human reliance, and the ways of Jerusalem, symbolizing faith and trust in God.

John Sung preaches about the life of Abram, emphasizing his journey of faith and obedience to God despite challenges and fears. He recounts Abram's initial rejection of idol worship, his call to leave his homeland, and the trials he faced, including a famine that led him to Egypt. Sung highlights Abram's struggles with doubt and the importance of unwavering faith, culminating in the ultimate test of sacrificing his beloved son Isaac, which demonstrated his love for God above all else. The sermon illustrates that true obedience to God requires complete surrender and trust, as exemplified by Abram's life.

K.P. Yohannan emphasizes the significance of the 'fear of the Lord' as the foundation of wisdom and a true relationship with God. He explains that fearing God is not about being afraid, but about having a deep reverence for His greatness and authority, which leads to obedience and a closer walk with Him. Yohannan contrasts the themes of the Old and New Testaments, asserting that true grace is built upon an understanding of the fear of God, and warns against a superficial faith that neglects obedience. He encourages believers to embrace the hard teachings of God, just as Abraham did, and to recognize that true friendship with God requires sacrificial obedience. Ultimately, the fear of the Lord is presented as essential for spiritual growth and wisdom.

T. Austin-Sparks preaches on the end-time movement and the importance of a deep, inward spiritual knowledge of the Lord gained through personal experience, as seen in the Psalms which represent permanent spiritual gain. The end-time instrument will be those who know the Lord intimately through a history of deep experiences. The sermon emphasizes the covenant with God by sacrifice, illustrated through Abram's life, as the basis for the gathering of His saints. It highlights the need for a gathering unto the Lord Himself, prayer-fellowship, spiritual food, and a ministry that feeds the hungry souls seeking true spiritual nourishment.

Greek Word Studies for an aid_number 34754 preaches on the concept of 'spare' (pheidomai), which means to treat leniently, to forbear, to save someone from trouble, loss, or discomfort. The term is used in the Bible to prevent trouble from happening to someone and is a tangible demonstration of showing pity, as seen in various Old Testament passages. Paul emphasizes the importance of sparing others from unnecessary trouble, such as in the context of marriage conflicts, and highlights God's ultimate act of not sparing His own Son for our sake.

David Servant delves into the concept of God's regret and foreknowledge, explaining that God's ability to foreknow is dependent on actual outcomes of free-willed choices. He uses examples of coin tosses, football games, and a mouse in a maze to illustrate this point. The sermon emphasizes that God's regrets, such as creating man and making Saul king, stem from His allowance of free will and the necessity for outcomes to be foreknown. Ultimately, God's redemptive plan will lead to a new heaven and earth where righteousness dwells, devoid of pain and suffering.

George Whitefield preaches on the profound faith and obedience of Abraham in being willing to sacrifice his only son, Isaac, as a test of his fear of God. This act of faith serves as a powerful example for Christians to trust in God's sovereignty and be willing to surrender everything, even our most cherished possessions, to Him. The story of Abraham and Isaac also points to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ, God's only Son, who willingly laid down His life for the salvation of mankind, demonstrating the depth of God's love and grace.

K.P. Yohannan emphasizes the profound relationship between obedience and service to God, using Abraham's willingness to sacrifice Isaac as a powerful example. He highlights that true service stems from a deep reverence and fear of the Lord, which is often lacking in contemporary Christian life. Yohannan challenges the individualistic mindset prevalent in society, urging believers to recognize their identity as servants of Christ, bought with His blood. He calls for a transformation in understanding what it means to walk in the fear of God, which leads to genuine obedience and a fruitful Christian life. Ultimately, he asserts that our service must be built on the foundation of sacrificial love and reverence for God.

A.B. Simpson emphasizes the importance of bravery in the face of trials, using the examples of Jeremiah, who faced adversity without fear, and Zedekiah, whose cowardice led to his downfall. He encourages believers to stand firm in their convictions, suggesting that true bravery often leads to protection from harm. Simpson highlights that enduring trials can lead to spiritual growth and that fear can invite further attacks from the enemy. He concludes with a call to remain steadfast and true to God, regardless of external pressures or the actions of others.