Sermons on Guilt Burden Of Sin:

Two Responses To Sin

Contributed by John Harvey on Oct 6, 2005

Sin has consequences in our lives. The text is the story of two men, Saul and David and how they handled their sin.

“Two Responses to Sin” October 9, 2005 Today is a message dealing with a very uncomfortable topic. Sin has become an issue that all too often churches don’t want to address and don’t want to deal with. We like to focus on grace and mercy and forgiveness, but we fail sometimes to really look at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

When Sin Is In The Camp

Contributed by Jimmy Giffin on Mar 14, 2004

The nation of Israel is stopped on their march into the Promise land. The reason why and the solution are here in this message.

WHEN THERE IS SIN IN THE CAMP Text: II Corinthians 10:4; Joshua 7 The weapons of our warfare are not carnal. (worldly) They are mighty through God to pull down strongholds. Whether we want to admit to it or not the Church is involved in a spiritual war. The enemy we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4, Joshua 7:1-26

Denomination: Church Of God

The Downward Spiral Of Sin

Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on Feb 25, 2004

This sermon encourages people not to be desensitized to even the smallest deviant steps.

INTRODUCTION: It is rare that bad times fall on us without some indication they are approaching. The medical profession uses the term ‘acute’ to describe an illness that attacks suddenly and without apparent warning. Acute situations are rare, but because they come while we are not prepared the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Sins Of Our Children

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Mar 6, 2004

Are we held accountiable for the sins of our children?Designed for ages 19-49.

The Sins of Our Children. Many say that we are held accountable for the sins of our children. But is that so? The Bible teaches that we will be held accountable for every idle word that we speak. That we must seek out our own salvation, with fear and trembling. There is no verse in scripture ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:10-11, Matthew 27:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Forgives Sin Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 6, 2004

If we confess our sins to God He will forgive us.

GOD’S FORGIVES SIN Text: 1 Jn. 1:5-2:2 Introduction A. Read 1 Jn. 1:5-2:2 B. Have you ever had someone make you so mad that it made you say, “I never forgive you as long as I live!” C. Aren’t you glad that God is not that way? D. Aren’t you glad that we serve a God who forgives? Transition: ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Sins Of The Prodigal's Brother

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jun 11, 2006

The Sins of the Prodical’s Brother - The man who missed out on the Blessing

THE SINS OF THE PRODIGAL’S BROTHER Luke 15:25-32 INTRODUCTION A. THE PRODIGAL’S RETURN, THE GLAD SCENE I. The father running to meet the prodigal 2. The joy over the returning one B. THE MAN WHO MISSED OUT ON THE BLESSING I. The elder brother returns from the field 2. He refuses to enter into ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Sin Of The Second Glance

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 26, 2006

What does the verse "In the spring when kings go out to war" mean

2 Samuel 11 David and Bathsheba 1 In the spring, at the time when kings go off to war, David sent Joab out with the king’s men and the whole Israelite army. They destroyed the Ammonites and besieged Rabbah. But David remained in Jerusalem. 2 One evening David got up from his bed and walked ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

How To Determine Sin

Contributed by Jay Baines on Jul 29, 2006

Knowing a few good questions to ask ourselves will help in times of decision.

How to Determine Sin? James 4:17 1. Is it condemned in the word of God? • John 17:17 2. Will it violate the principle of a pure mind? • Philippians 4:8 • II Corinthians 10:5 3. Will my body be defiled? • I Corinthians 6:19-20 4. Could it cause a weaker Christian to stumble? • I ...read more

Scripture: James 4:17

Denomination: Baptist

What 's Sin?

Contributed by Robert Cox on Sep 5, 2006

Sometimes it needs to be spelled out in black and white for us....the Bible is very clear!

I love the study of history - learning about past civilizations and cultures. What it was like to live in the Roman Empire during its first two centuries particularly fascinates me. An area of Roman life that I found to be rather interesting was the position of slaves. In Paul’s day, half of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:4-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sin, Death, And Sacrifice

Contributed by Shawn Malloy on Jan 20, 2008

We all have sin and we must die of the flesh which is our sacrifice.

Death, Sin, and Sacrifice Hebrews 9:27-28 [v 27] Just as man is destined to die once, and after that to face judgment,, [v 28] so Christ was sacrifced to take away the sins of many people; and he will appear a second time, to to bear sin but to bring salvation to those who are waiting for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27-28

Denomination: Christian Church

The Deadly Sin Of Gluttony Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Feb 24, 2008

Christians are often quick to condemn alcoholics and drug addicts for their sin, but the Bible also denounces gluttony as a dangerous sin against our bodies which are God’s temple.

The Deadly Sin of Gluttony --Proverbs 23:1-3, 20-21; Deuteronomy 21:18-21; I Corinthians 6:15-20; John 4:27-34 A column entitled “Lite Fare” that appeared in The Christian Reader shares this story by Sherrie Murphree of Odessa, Texas: “My husband has an almost boundless appetite for ice cream, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:1-21

Denomination: Methodist

Pride The First Sin. Series

Contributed by John Morris on Mar 5, 2008

All other sins usually come from this first sin of Pride.

The legendary coach of the Green Bay Packers, Vince Lombardi was known to be a rather prideful man. He also became accustomed to fans seeking his autograph. One day while eating at a restaurant, he spotted a kid approaching his table. Lombardi grabbed a menu and quickly scribbled his name. When the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sin's Slippery Slope

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Sep 28, 2007

A look at the causes that resulted in Solomon’s slow slide down sin’s slippery slope.

Passage: 1 Kings 11:1-13 Intro: The collapse of the bridge in Minnesota has everyone scrambling for the “why?” 1. happens every time there is a disaster. PP) Challenger disaster. 2. leak in a fuel tank caused by cold weather at launch. 3. we are a little less concerned about disasters ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 11:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Deadly Sin Of Hypocrisy Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 10, 2007

Hypocrisy is deliberate deception, trying to make people think we are more spiritual than we really are.

THE DEADLY SIN OF HYPOCRISY Acts 4:34-5:11 “BUT” -starts chapter 5. The “buts” in the Bible are hinges on which great doors swing. They always mark a decisive change in the story. The incident of chapter 5 begins in chapter 4. The story of Ananias and Sapphira is a story ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Foolishness Of Hidden Sin

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Nov 9, 2007

Sin has a devastating effect on the conscience. No matter how carefully covered, it will ultimately be exposed.

The Foolishness of Hidden Sin John 15:22 John 15:22 -- “If I had not come and spoken unto them, they had not had sin: but now they have no cloke for their sin.” Ps 19:9-14 -- “The fear of the LORD is clean, enduring for ever: the judgments of the LORD are true and righteous altogether.” “More to ...read more

Scripture: John 15:22

Denomination: Pentecostal