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Editorial
February 25, 1932
The Savannah Tribune
Savannah, Chatham County, Georgia
What is this article about?
Short sermon by Dr. A. G. Bearer using Genesis 4:8 to warn against covetousness, illustrated by Cain's jealous murder of Abel after his offering was rejected, emphasizing personal responsibility and the value of honor.
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WEEKLY SHORT SERMON
The Calloused, Covetous, Killer
(By Dr. A. G. Bearer)
Text: Cain rose up against Abel
his brother, and slew him—Gen. 4:8
In a thousand thousand cases covetousness has resulted in murder.
Covetousness is generally interpreted to mean, desire to possess what
rightfully belongs to another. In
many such cases, the covetous individual could have had possessions
equal to those envied and coveted,
but would not meet the requirements.
Cain coveted the divine favor
which Abel received. He was angry when his brother's offering was
accepted and his own rejected. In
this there was no partiality. Abel's
offerings met the requirements and
were offered in the proper spirit.
In both of these Cain was deficient
—wilfully and rebelliously so, thus
he was responsible for the rejection of himself and his offering.
The sin of Cain and its punishment afford a lesson against covetousness and one in favor of honor and honesty.
The Calloused, Covetous, Killer
(By Dr. A. G. Bearer)
Text: Cain rose up against Abel
his brother, and slew him—Gen. 4:8
In a thousand thousand cases covetousness has resulted in murder.
Covetousness is generally interpreted to mean, desire to possess what
rightfully belongs to another. In
many such cases, the covetous individual could have had possessions
equal to those envied and coveted,
but would not meet the requirements.
Cain coveted the divine favor
which Abel received. He was angry when his brother's offering was
accepted and his own rejected. In
this there was no partiality. Abel's
offerings met the requirements and
were offered in the proper spirit.
In both of these Cain was deficient
—wilfully and rebelliously so, thus
he was responsible for the rejection of himself and his offering.
The sin of Cain and its punishment afford a lesson against covetousness and one in favor of honor and honesty.
What sub-type of article is it?
Moral Or Religious
What keywords are associated?
Covetousness
Murder
Cain And Abel
Biblical Lesson
Divine Favor
Honesty
What entities or persons were involved?
Cain
Abel
Dr. A. G. Bearer
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Lesson Against Covetousness From Cain And Abel
Stance / Tone
Moral Exhortation
Key Figures
Cain
Abel
Dr. A. G. Bearer
Key Arguments
Covetousness Has Resulted In Murder In Many Cases
Covetousness Means Desire To Possess What Belongs To Another
Cain Coveted Abel's Divine Favor And Was Angry At His Own Rejection
Abel's Offering Met Requirements And Was In Proper Spirit
Cain Was Deficient In Requirements And Spirit, Leading To Rejection
Sin Of Cain Teaches Against Covetousness And For Honor And Honesty