Sermons on Trust

Sermons on Trust

Genesis 16 – God Doesn’t Need Our Help

This sermon explores the story of Abram, Sarai, and Hagar in Genesis 16, emphasizing the consequences of trying to “help” God fulfill His promises through human means rather than trusting His plan. Sarai, unable to conceive, persuades Abram to have a child with her servant Hagar, leading to conflict and tension. Hagar flees but is met by an angel of the Lord, who prophesies about her son, Ishmael, and offers comfort to her. This passage parallels Jesus’ encounter with the…

Galatians 4:21-31 – Living In Trust

In this passage, Paul looks at the two different ways that Abraham’s children were born. One through Hagar, a servant, and the other through Sarah, his wife. Hagar conceived and gave birth when Abraham became impulsive and did not trust God. Sarah later conceived and gave birth through God’s power. Paul shows us that we need keep our trust in God’s promises. When we do not, we put ourselves back into slavery. Will you live a life of trust or…

Hebrews 11:8-19 – Faith: Trusting, Obedient Sojourners

NOTE: Due to a microphone malfunction, the audio quality gets worse around minute 18. We apologize for this.  Faith is not simply stepping out to do the spectacular. Sometimes it involves obeying in the midst of the unspectacular. Sermon Clip (The teaching sheet can be downloaded by clicking on the above “save” button)

Psalm 23:1 – The Lord Is Your Shepherd

NOTE: Due to a camera malfunction, the audio and video quality are very poor. We apologize for this. Jesus Christ is the good shepherd, so why would we want to follow anyone else? (The teaching sheet can be downloaded by clicking on the above “save” button)