Sermons on Corporate Sin:

Temptations? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Sep 28, 2015

How do we deal with temptations which always creep into our lives?

We continue our study of the Letter by James in the New Testament. Last week we noted that no matter who that James was, God spoke though him. All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness… 2 Timothy 3:16! We worship with God’s Word and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Stepping In The Light" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 11, 2016

To walk in fellowship with God, believers must walk in the light as he is in the light.

In the book of 1 John, John explores two issues pertaining to our relationship with God. The first is the issue of SONSHIP. John shares several tests to help one determine if they have truly been born into the family of God. The second is the issue of FELLOWSHIP. All Christians have SONSHIP; ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

When You Fast Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 25, 2017

God does not reward dieting (fasting) but faith

A. JESUS TELLS US TO FAST “Lord, I will not fast with an outward “religious” face for that is just to get attention from others; the “attention” they get is their reward. 17I will dress my normal way 18when I fast so no one will know I’m fasting. My fast will be a secret between You and me and You ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

God's Rebellious Children Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 24, 2017

This is the 3rd sermon in the series "Jesus Is Better- The Better Sacrifice".

Series: Jesus Is Better- The Better Sacrifice [#3] GOD’S REBELLIOUS CHILDREN Hebrews 10:26-31 Introduction: For anyone who has more than 1 child, you understand how different each of them are. It seems like most families have at least one child that just tests your patience on a regular basis. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

Avarice Series

Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Jan 20, 2021

Avarice is the self-serving and inordinate love of and desire for money, wealth, power, food, or other possessions. Are we an avaricious people?

Leo Tolstoy once wrote a story about a successful peasant farmer who was not satisfied with his lot. He wanted more of everything. One day he received a novel offer. For 1000 rubles, he could buy all the land he could walk around in a day. The only catch in the deal was that he had to be back at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Envy Series

Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Jan 20, 2021

Proverbs 4:30 says "A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones”. What's the condition of our bones?

History tells of a statue that was erected to Theogenes, a celebrated victor in the Greek public games. The erection of this statue so excited the envious hatred of one of his rivals that he went every night and strove to throw the statue over by repeated blows. Ultimately he succeeded, but alas, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Penalties (Leviticus 20)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 19, 2024

What penalties for sin were there under the old covenant? How do we handle this in the new covenant? Let's look at Leviticus 20.

Were there penalties for breaking God’s law? What are some examples? How do we handle such immorality in our churches? Let’s review Leviticus 20. Moloch was a Canaanite god or the name of a sacrifice of little children in which they were passed through fire. Can you imagine the grieving parents ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Antidote To The ‘kindly Grandfather’ God Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 16, 2024

This passage is a stark contrast to the "kindly grandfather" image of God that many had. What are the specific ways that shows up here?

JUDGMENT-FREE ZONE: Many people like to think of God as a kindly grandfather. - Ezekiel 5:1. - There is a popular conception of God as a kindly (and slightly senile) grandfather in the sky. He’s not going to rebuke you for anything you’re doing. He’s going to ask if everyone had a good time. And ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 5:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Whole Trouble Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Aug 17, 2025

We’re broken by sin at the core—no self-fix will do. The gospel begins with bad news about us, but it points to the good news of Jesus. Based on "The Gospel According to Peanuts" by Robert L. Short.

### **Introduction** Video Ill.: Awkward Invites - The Translation by The Skit Guys "Peanuts, the famous cartoon strip, often assumes the form of a modern-day, Christian parable." (1) That is how Robert L. Short, author of the book The Gospel According to Peanuts, described Charles ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23, Romans 3:23, Romans 7:15, Romans 7:24, Romans 7:25, John 15:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Oh God Revive Us 1 Series

Contributed by Bev Sesink on Feb 5, 2005

This sermon is an application of 2 Chronicles 7:14 to the Canadian church in 2005.

OH GO D REVIVE US! Psalm 51; 2 Chronicles 7:14 23 January 2005 Prayer Audio reading of Psalm 51 (NIV) Read 2 Chronicles 7:14 (NIV) Revive Us O Lord (slide) INTRODUCTION This morning I want us to examine one specific verse in The Bible, one specific concept. That concept is the topic of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Unraptured Church.

Contributed by Dotun Jegede on Jan 30, 2023

Mark 13:35-37 KJV "Watch ye therefore: for ye know not when the master of the house cometh, at even, or at midnight, or at the cockcrowing, or in the morning: lest coming suddenly he find you sleeping. And what I say unto you I say unto all, Watch."

i was wheeling (driving) my children to school when this call kept coming. It was John, one of my church members. I parked to answer this persistent call. John was panting, as he spoke. "John, what exactly is the problem and please calm down? He kept shouting, "it had happened, please ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:35-37

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Does God Judge A Nation?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 8, 2020

Through the Prophet Amos, God provides the reasons for judging the nations around Judah and Israel, as well as His own people. The reasons for His judgement stands against nations to this day.

“Thus says the LORD: ‘For three transgressions of Damascus, and for four, I will not revoke the punishment, because they have threshed Gilead with threshing sledges of iron. So I will send a fire upon the house of Hazael, and it shall devour the strongholds of Ben-hadad. I will break the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why All People Are Sinners And Why Jesus Had To Die For Our Sins Romans 3:23 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 25, 2024

The concept of sin and the need for redemption are central themes in Christian theology. The Apostle Paul encapsulates the human condition in Romans 3:23 (NLT): "For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard." But what does this mean, and why is it significant?

Why All People Are Sinners and Why Jesus Had to Die for Our Sins Romans 3:23 Understanding Human Sinfulness The concept of sin and the need for redemption are central themes in Christian theology. The Apostle Paul encapsulates the human condition in Romans 3:23 (NLT): "For everyone has ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23, Ecclesiastes 7:20, 1 John 1:8, Isaiah 59:2, 1 Peter 1:18-19, 1 John 4:10, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Much-Needed Confession Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jul 20, 2020

A sermon based on Neh. 9:1-6 that emphasizes the importance of confession of sin.

“MUCH NEEDED CONFESSION” Neh. 9:1-6 FBCF – 7/19/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – Have you ever had to fess up to something? - Tim & I stole all the money out of wishing well at Lake Tiak-O’Khata - Daddy made us march right back to the front desk to return the money & confess to our crime. Vicki ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 9:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Distorted Image Series

Contributed by Moy Hernandez on Oct 27, 2009

We believe that our first parents were created in a state of innocency. but by their disobedience they lost their purity and happiness; and that in consequence of their fall all men have become sinners, totally depraved. and as such are justly exposed to

A Distorted Image Romans 5:12-19 TSA Doctrine # 5 – Captain Moy Hernandez, Jr. http://pomonacorps.blogspot.com/2009/05/distorted-image-5-10-09-captain-moy-tsa.html What a blessed day this is indeed. A day where we celebrate our mothers! We celebrate them in appreciation to the many hours of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-19

Denomination: Salvation Army