Forever Faithful, Genesis 11:10–32
Forever Faithful (Genesis 11:10–32)
Genesis 11:10–32 records the genealogy from Shem to Abram. After the rebellion at Babel, the biblical narrative shifts from the nations of the earth to the chosen line through whom God will fulfill His promises. Though this passage may appear to be only a list of names, it testifies to the enduring faithfulness of God.
In this sermon, Ben Smith examines how God is faithful throughout history, faithful despite man’s corruption, and faithful forever to His word. Nations rise and fall, people drift into idolatry, and truth is often polluted and confused, yet God continues to preserve His word and accomplish His redemptive plan.
This passage encourages the church to trust God’s faithfulness even when His work seems hidden, slow, or almost lost. From Adam to Noah, from Noah to Abraham, and from Abraham to Christ, God has always been faithful to keep His promises.
As believers wait for the return of Christ, Genesis 11:10–32 reminds us that God has been faithful, God is faithful, and God will forever be faithful.
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This sermon was originally preached on 5/3/2026.
In Genesis 11:10–32, the biblical record moves from the rebellion of Babel to the genealogy of Shem leading to Abram. At first glance, this passage may seem like little more than a list of names, but within this genealogy is a glorious testimony to the faithfulness of God. Even when nations rise and fall, truth is polluted, and the faithful drift away, God is still preserving His word and accomplishing His redemptive plan.
This sermon examines how God’s faithfulness is displayed throughout history, despite man’s corruption, and forever according to His word. From Shem to Abram, and ultimately from Abraham to Christ, Genesis 11:10–32 encourages believers to trust that God has been, is, and will forever be faithful to keep His promises and accomplish His saving purposes.
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