Sermons on Genesis 2:17-3:9:

The Devil Made Me Do It!

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jun 9, 2018

Adam and Eve show us what NOT to do when it comes to sin. Instead of trying to hide from God and shift the blame, confess your sin to God, repent of your wrong by turning back to God, and receive God's total forgiveness. Only then will you find peace.

Genesis 3:8-15 The Devil Made Me Do It! After reviewing their finances, a husband and wife decided it was time to tighten up, to spend less and save more. A day later, the wife was out shopping and found the dress of her dreams. It cost way too much, but she had to have it. When she showed it to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

From Sin To Kintsugi

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Jun 10, 2018

Through chickens, babel and the ancient Japanese art of Kintsugi, this sermon seeks to unpack the nature of sin, but also how God does not leave us there.

The following sermon was given when I was invited to preach at the nearby church of St Joseph the Worker Northolt on Sunday 10th June 2018 You folks really know how to win friends and influence people. You invite Fr Mund, a more unsuspecting local priest to come and preach, and then you give him ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-15, Mark 3:20-35, Genesis 4:1-16, Genesis 11:1-9, Mark 5:1-20, Matthew 8:28-34, Luke 8:26-37, Matthew 9:27-34, Luke 11:14-28, Luke 11:24-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

The Consequences Of Giving Into Temptation Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 12, 2023

Satan is the source of your temptation. Temptations appear in the form of physical enticements, emotional gratifications, or egotistical enhancements.

“Now the serpent was more cunning than any beast of the field which the Lord God had made. And he said to the woman, ‘Has God indeed said, You shall not eat of every tree of the garden?’ And the woman said to the serpent, ‘We may eat the fruit of the trees of the garden; but of the fruit of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Why Should Easter Matter To Me?

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 21, 2024

Easter message 2024. Why Easter is important to us.

EASTER 2024 WHY SHOULD EASTER MATTER TO ME? GENESIS 3:1–7 NOW THE SERPENT WAS MORE CRAFTY THAN ANY OF THE WILD ANIMALS THE LORD GOD HAD MADE. HE SAID TO THE WOMAN, “DID GOD REALLY SAY, ‘YOU MUST NOT EAT FROM ANY TREE IN THE GARDEN’?” 2THE WOMAN SAID TO THE SERPENT, “WE MAY EAT FRUIT FROM THE TREES ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing The Word; Believe The Word

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on May 22, 2024

This message is presented as a "Bible Study" and examines the woman's encounter with the serpent in Genesis 3. The message highlights how Satan operates in our lives today.

Tonight, we’re going to have a Bible study. As we look at the passage we’re going to study, I will ask questions, not for you to answer, but to show you how I use questions to study and meditate on scripture. It is something that I learned many, many years ago. This is one of the ways that enables ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10, John 8:44, John 3:1-6, Genesis 1:26-27, Genesis 2:15-17, Genesis 3:1-6, Matthew 4:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trinity Sunday - Embracing The Mystery: Understanding The Trinity Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 24, 2024

The doctrine of the Trinity is one of the most profound and foundational truths of our Christian faith. It may be challenging to fully grasp, but it is essential for us to understand and appreciate the nature of God and His work in our lives.

Embracing the Mystery: Understanding the Trinity Introduction: Today, we gather to celebrate Trinity Sunday, a day dedicated to contemplating the mystery and majesty of our Triune God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The doctrine of the Trinity is one of the most profound and foundational truths of ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4, Genesis 2:24, Matthew 28:19, John 14:16-17, John 1:14, 2 Corinthians 13:14, Ephesians 2:18, Romans 8:26-27, John 14:26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

From Eden's Fall To The Wilderness Of Grace (Trusting God's Plan)

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on May 25, 2024

Today, we'll explore how sin disrupts our relationship with God, His unwavering provision in our wilderness journeys, and the promise of restoration and grace through Christ, guiding us from Eden's fall to divine redemption.

From Eden's Fall to the Wilderness of Grace (Trusting God's Plan) Introduction: Deuteronomy 8:15-18; Genesis 3:9-10 Dear brothers and sisters, today we will make a long journey through the Scriptures to perceive our relationship with God, the effect of sin, and how transforming His grace ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:9-10, Isaiah 59:2, Romans 3:23, Psalm 51:11, Deuteronomy 8:15-18, Exodus 16:14-15, Exodus 17:6, Matthew 6:31-33, Genesis 3:15, Romans 5:8, 2 Corinthians 5:17-18, Revelation 21:4, 1 Kings 19:11-12, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Hosea 2:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Spirit Of Household Wickedness. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 28, 2024

The Household Wicked Spirit, mentioned in Matthew 12:43-45 and Mark 7:24-30, is a malevolent entity that seeks to destroy our lives and our relationships with God and others.

The Household Wicked Spirit, mentioned in Matthew 12:43-45 and Mark 7:24-30, is a malevolent entity that seeks to destroy our lives and our relationships with God and others. It is a manifestation of Satan's power and is characterized by its ability to infiltrate and control our households, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:43-45, Mark 7:24-30, Genesis 2:17

The Spirit Of Leviathan. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 28, 2024

The Leviathan Spirit, mentioned in Psalm 104:25-26 and Isaiah 27:1, is a malevolent entity that seeks to destroy our lives and our relationships with God and others.

The Leviathan Spirit, mentioned in Psalm 104:25-26 and Isaiah 27:1, is a malevolent entity that seeks to destroy our lives and our relationships with God and others. It is a manifestation of Satan's power and is characterized by its ability to twist and pervert God's truth. In this, we will ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 27:1, Genesis 2:17

1 Identity Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on May 28, 2024

In this series we are going to explore relationships with the aim of avoiding some of that mess and hurt, if possible. Today we start with something that is essential to forming good relationships

At the end of our series on Resurrection Hope I spoke about unity. That each one of us, although very different from each other, can be united in our focus. In fact, unity is not about sameness, but a sense of focusing on a goal, a purpose. If you weren’t here for that series, it’s on YouTube ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15-25

Inspirational Intent

Contributed by Joe Dan Vendelin on Jun 1, 2024

Taking time to understand the original intent of anything God has spoken is a protective measure for us in our walk. This sermon discusses two scenarios found in the Bible with very different outcomes based on rightly dividing the word of truth.

Inspirational Intent When we take the time to understand what the original design of something was, we find inspiration we might not have otherwise encountered. This is inspirational intent. As we sit down to read the word of God, we can find ways to apply it to our lives. Application is what ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:16-17, Genesis 3:1, Luke 2:46-47, Psalm 119:11, Psalm 91:11-12, 1 Peter 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Every Sin Has Its Own Consequences. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 5, 2024

Every sin has its own consequences, both spiritual and temporal.

Every sin has its own consequences, both spiritual and temporal. Sin is a rebellion against God's laws and commandments, and it inevitably leads to separation from Him and harm to oneself and others. Sin has a way of leaving a lasting impact on our lives, even after we've turned away from ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:31-32, Romans 1:24-27, Genesis 3:7-8

How Do You Make Decisions?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 6, 2024

Mozart was a great musician, but a terrible philosopher.

Tenth Sunday in Course 2024 The great composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is quoted as saying “I pay no attention whatever to anybody's praise or blame. I simply follow my own feelings.” It seems appropriate to apply this statement to our first reading today, because the original man, whom we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-35, 2 Corinthians 4:13, Psalm 130:1-8, Genesis 3:9-15

Denomination: Catholic

Autocorrecting God

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 9, 2024

If you find yourself thinking that "maybe" the Bible is not correct in some of the things it teaches us as Christians then you need to read this message as you might find yourself in a position where you are correcting God about something He has commanded.

Autocorrecting God Scripture: Genesis 3:1-6; Genesis 5:1-3; Proverbs 14:12 Good morning, Strangers Rest! The title of my message this morning is “Autocorrecting God.” Two weeks ago, I told you that of all of God’s creation we are what He values most. On last Sunday, I told you that we ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-6, Genesis 5:1-3, Proverbs 14:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lesson From Adam And Eve

Contributed by Pastor Renji George on Jun 12, 2024

Adam could have repented and come back to God. God gave him a chance to repent. But instead of admitting the fault he blamed his wife (Genes 3:12). If Adam had admitted the fault of disobedience to God, God would have forgiven him.

God could have stopped Eve from sinning. Do you think God did not know when satan was entering the garden of Eden? Was God unaware of satan tempting His precious child Eve? The closing of Genesis 3 speaks about God keeping Cheru-bims to watch over the garden with a flaming sword (Genesis 3:24). ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:9, Genesis 2:17, Genesis 3:2-5, Genesis 3:24

Denomination: Independent/Bible