This morning I preached a sermon on Cain & Abel titled “Wander & Create”. Here are 33 highlights:

• Today I preached mostly out of the Old Testament – all the way back – to Genesis.
• Cain was the oldest son to Adam & Eve. Abel was the second born son.
• When Cain & Abel grew up Cain became a farmer, and Abel became a shepherd.
• Cain & Abel both loved God. They worshipped Him.
• Cain was a proud farmer – maybe too proud. He thought all of his crops were great.
• Cain proudly brought forth some of his self-proclaimed great crops to God.
• God was not enthused. He was not impressed.
• Abel was more independent than his older brother Cain.
• Abel did his own thing. He was the quiet one. He was the shy guy.
• Abel didn’t seem to have a relationship with his mom like Cain did.
• Abel had a closer relationship to God. He knew what would impress God.
• Abel brought forth the best portions of the firstborn lambs from his flock.
• Abel – the second born – brought forth the best portions of the firstborn.
• Abel got it right. The LORD had respect unto Abel and to his offering.
• Cain was shocked and stunned. He was dejected and felt rejected. He got angry.
• Cain produced the first temper-tantrum in the Creation.
• Cain was like a modern-day sassy and rebellious backtalking teenager.
• Cain was warned by God to do what is right, and subdue his sin.
• Cain didn’t listen to God. He was manipulated by Satan – just like his mom.
• The rage within intensified. It soon controlled and consumed Cain.
• Cain murdered Abel. It was the first act of violence – the first murder scene.
• God confronted a guilty and defiant Cain.
• God banished Cain from Eden forever – making him a homeless wanderer.
• God gave Cain grace. He marked Cain. He vowed to protect Cain.
• Anyone who kills Cain will be avenged sevenfold and feel the wrath of God.
• God gave Cain a second chance at life.
• God wanted Cain to realize his deadly sins of the past, and repent.
• God wanted Cain to rely on Him for guidance and direction in a new life.
• God wanted Cain to see his full potential in a new land.
• God wanted the same for each of us while we were slaves to the world.
• The God of the Old Testament is the same as the God of the New Testament.
• He’s the same God today. He’s loving. He’s forgiving. He’s compassionate.
• Receive God’s grace today. It’s abundant. It’s everlasting. His grace is sufficient.

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