Sermons on Cover Over Sin:

The Danger Of Slip, Sliding Away

Contributed by Rick D Brackett on Feb 15, 2008

A warning about the dangers of falling away little by little.

Psalm 73:2 “But as for me, my feet were almost gone; my steps had well nigh slipped” “THE DANGER OF SLIP, SLIDING AWAY!” Introduction: Simon & Garfunkel recorded a song many years ago and the last words of the chorus are: “We work our jobs; Collect our pay Believe we’re gliding down the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:2

Denomination: Church Of God

What's Wrong With Being A Rebel?

Contributed by T. Michael Crews on Nov 30, 2006

Exposition of 2 Sam. 20

What’s Wrong with Being a Rebel? 2 Sam. 20 What’s wrong with being a rebel? We celebrate some rebels as heroes. George Washington and his army fought the American Revolution to rebel against the tyranny of a British king named George III. Those of us born and bred by the grace of God south of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 20:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Everybody Needs A Nathan

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 19, 2007

This sermon is about the "Nathan’s" of this world who confront the sin, specifically of the pastorate or Leadership of the Church.

I. How do we deal with the demands of ministry? -the demands take their toll on the pastorate. -illustraition: Jesus walking comes to lame man crying (heals him). He comes to a blind man crying out (heals him). Comes to a man and woman sitting in the ditch crying. "Why are you crying?" (asks ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-15

Denomination: United Methodist

How Are You Going To Get Out?

Contributed by Clint Shrum on Jul 15, 2007

Like Barabbas, many people are in bondage to their sins and because of their sins. Find out how Barrabas got there and how he got out.

HOW ARE YOU GOING TO GET OUT? Mark 15:7 Intro: The text tells us about a man named Barabbas who has been incarcerated and is simply waiting execution. There is not a lot in the Bible about Barabbas. There is nothing about his youth or his parents. It seems Barabbas may have been brought up ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lawlessness

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 30, 2006

In the past few years it seems that men are doing what is right in their own sight without any restraints. It’s time that we understand lawlessness!

Lawlessness Text: Matthew 7: 21-23 Lawlessness is a trap; it’s a trap because lawlessness can start just with a bad attitude toward someone in authority. Lawlessness always becomes more progressive and usually thinks there the only one who is right. In Webster’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Born Free Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Jun 16, 2002

The story of Hagar and Sarah illustrutes the shortcomings trying to do God’s Work man’s way.

Introduction Radio personality Paul Harvey tells the story of how an Eskimo kills a wolf: "First, the Eskimo coats his knife blade with animal blood and allows it to freeze. Then he adds another layer of blood, and another, until the blade is completely concealed by frozen blood. "Next, the hunter ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:21-31, Genesis 21:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What We Believe: Mankind (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Jun 13, 2003

Find out what you can do about your sin.

We’ve begun our message series on what we believe about mankind or the human race. Last week, we looked at God’s intention for mankind. We talked about what makes us valuable. We are valuable to God and to each other when we reflect the true image of God. We also talked about what enables us to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-20

Denomination: *other

Opposition From Without (Acts 5) Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 13, 2003

THis is a study the waves of persecution following after the Jewish persecution of the church chronicled in Acts.

INTRODUCTION: History of Opposition without: There were about 10 waves of persecution following after the Jewish persecution of the church chronicled in Acts. Nero (54-68) Domitian (81-90) Marcus Aurelius (161-180) Decius (249-251) thousands died for refusing to sacrifice to the imperial ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:19-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Depravity

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Feb 13, 2006

Three reasons we must grasp an understanding of man’s depravity.

Romans 5:12 Depravity Woodlawn Missionary Baptist Church February 12, 2006 Introduction Tonight as we take up our subject of depravity, remember that we are considering anchors of our faith. An anchor is something that will hold us in place when the winds of change and compromise come up and try ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12

Denomination: Baptist

For God So Loved The World Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Apr 27, 2006

What effect do self-centered people have on our world. This message looks at Jonah’s rebellion and his resulting self-pity.

Introduction: In 1945, Cliff Barrows made a proposal of marriage to his girlfriend Billie. Together they scraped together enough funds for a simple wedding and two tickets to a city with a resort hotel. On arrival, however, they found the hotel shut down. Stranded in an unfamiliar city with little ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Fit To Be Tied Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 14, 2008

Exposition of the last chapter of Nehemiah regarding his righteous indignation at the failure of the people to maintain faith convictions while he was away for some ten years

Text: Nehemiah 13:1-31, Title: Fit to be Tied, Date/Place: NRBC, 2/17/08, PM A. Opening illustration: Imagine that you poured your life into a business. Spent forty-plus years starting, building, and spurring that company on to greatness. You made the Fortune 500 list. You outgrew four building ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 13:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

A Holy People/An Instrument Of Change

Contributed by Vonnie E James on Dec 17, 2007

It about God calling people to be Holy ,people that He can use to cause change.

A Holy people/an instrument of change Presented at Grand Anse Baptist Church/23rd August 2007(Thursday)/Tone: Challenge 1 Peter 2:1/9 Introduction-Quote by Dr. Francis Schaeffer "The greatest creativity ever given is the ability of men, by their choices, to change the course of history." God gave ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Genesis Of Grace Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 13, 2017

This the first message in this series on grace. Today we look at the Genesis of Grace!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Have you ever done something to someone that you really wish you had not done? • Have you let someone down, caused them pain, hurt them in some way, or tore them down. • Maybe what happened was a quick flash of the temper, maybe that the time you were doing it, you were ok ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Do We Need Grace? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 20, 2017

Before one can appreciate grace, we need to understand the nature and consequences of sin. I want to thank Dr. Jack Cottrell for his book Thirteen Lessons on Grace. It was a helpful resource.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Last week we opened up our Amazing Grace series by looking at the Genesis of Grace. We learned that God had a plan to offer redemption to mankind when the fall happened. • This week we will focus on why we need grace. • In order to be able to able to understand WHY we need ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Situation Of Immorality PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 27, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of maintaining purity within the church, confronting sin, and the urgency of purging evil from our midst.

Good morning, beloved congregation. It is a joy and a privilege to stand before you today, sharing in the love and grace that our Heavenly Father so generously pours out upon us. As we gather in this sacred space, let's remember that we are not just attendees, but active participants in God's grand ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Topics: Sin, Tolerance