Episode #104 Tale of Two Sons
A Tale of Two Sons
Genesis 21
Pastor Tom
7-14-10
Introduction: What we can do is limited compared to what God can do through His promises.
I. The child of promise born – vv. 1-8
- Above human nature – 2 Peter 1:4
- Son of promise – Hebrews 11:11
- Laughter – Isaac – Who could imagine? – Ephesians 3:20
II. The child of flesh – vv. 9-21
- Mocking Ishmael – Galatians 4:29
- Casting out – Romans 9:7, 1 Peter 2:9
- Wilderness wandering/falling short – Romans 3:23
- God opens the eyes of those crying for mercy
Conclusion: Those of this world find a home here while children of promise aim at heaven.


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