Sermons on Habitual Sin:

The "S" Word

Contributed by Jim Kane on Feb 2, 2005

Sermon 2 of a New Year’s series based on Wilkinson’s book Experiencing Spiritual Breakthroughs

Now, I have no doubt that some of you have looked at the title of my sermon printed in the bulletin and wondered, “What in the world are you up to this morning, Pastor Jim?” Well, we are going to hear a word that begins with “s” quite a bit this morning and I thought to myself on Monday when I ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:8-10

Denomination: Church Of God

The "S" Word

Contributed by Jim Kane on Feb 2, 2005

Sermon 2 of a New Year’s series based on Wilkinson’s book Experiencing Spiritual Breakthroughs

Now, I have no doubt that some of you have looked at the title of my sermon printed in the bulletin and wondered, “What in the world are you up to this morning, Pastor Jim?” Well, we are going to hear a word that begins with “s” quite a bit this morning and I thought to myself on Monday when I ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:8-10

Denomination: Church Of God

What Does It Mean To Have Freedom? Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 12, 2007

We throw around many words and cliches in the church. One of those is that we are free in Christ, but what does that freedom mean? Many assume it means a freedom to do more things, but that is not what freedom in Christ is all about.

“What Does It Mean to Have Freedom?” Introduction: Martin Luther King, Jr. in his famous “I Have a Dream” speech said some beautiful words that he quoted from an old Negro spiritual, “free at last, free at last, thank God Almighty we’re free at last…” Patrick Henry famously said in a speech to the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Which Direction Are You Traveling?

Contributed by James May on Jul 10, 2002

God told Jeremiah that Israel was going backwards and not forwards. I wonder if we, the church, are not getting farther from God instead of closer to Him?

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 7:23-34, Jeremiah 8:4-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Fellowship Through Consistant Living Series

Contributed by Brien Sims on Jun 17, 2008

We must consistently share our lives with God by spending time in His word and in prayer to continue fellowshipping with Him.

Consistency: a piece of the universe that seems to be lacking more than most any other component. As human beings, we thrive on consistency. Every day you may put your glasses on the bedside table or on your dresser before you go to sleep so that when you wake up you will always know where it is. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Immorality Within

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 25, 2021

Excusing iniquity within the church is nothing new. Here is a case study in how churches should handle immorality within. What was the situation?

Excusing iniquity within the church is nothing new. Here is a case study in how churches should handle immorality within. What was the situation? 1 Cor 5:1-8 Immorality Within 1 Corinthians 5:1 It is reported commonly that there is fornication among you, and such fornication as is not so much as ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Certainties Of Fellowship Series

Contributed by Brien Sims on Jun 18, 2008

Understand the absolute certainty found in Christian Faith. Know you are saved and no longer doubt.

“Experience is the best teacher.” Most of the learning we do during this lifetime will be through the issues, problems, and joys of just living. Our experiences change how we do different activities and it adjusts how we view our world. If you have ever smashed your thumb with a hammer, that ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:8-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mulligan

Contributed by Scott Lefebvre on Oct 12, 2004

Thank God for second chances.

MULLIGAN It’s said that when Aeschines the Greek spoke, the people nudged each other and said, “How well he speaks.” But that when Demosthenes spoke, they brandished their swords and cried out, “Let us march against Philip of Macedonia!” This evening my prayer is that I would not come with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:6-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fornication In The Church

Contributed by James May on May 1, 2002

Paul’s instructions to the church at Corinth are relevant to the promiscuous church of our day that allows all sorts of spiritual & sensual fornication without condemning it.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:9-13, Ephesians 5:27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Blessing Or Curse: The Choice Is Yours

Contributed by Wayde Wilson on Mar 17, 2001

Sin

Everyone grab a pen or a pencil. Now, take your bulletin and I¡¦m going to practice ¡§Preacher¡¦s Prerogative¡¨ and re-title my sermon. I gave this sermon its original title a month or so ago when I went away on a retreat day. I read this chapter, drew up an outline and the title printed in your ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Deuteronomy 11:26-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sinner's Excuse Book

Contributed by Wayde Wilson on Nov 13, 2000

Sin

“The Sinner’s Excuse Book” How many know it is not wise to live your life based on presumption? There’s nothing solid about presumption. Making decisions based on presumption will get you in trouble. It leaves too many things to chance… “up in the air.” Unsettled. pre-sume – “To take a dare. To ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:12, Acts 24:25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christians Under Pressure

Contributed by W F on Sep 29, 2004

How should Believers live in a world hostile to God? We find some answers in the closing verses of James.

James 5:7-20 “Christians Under Pressure” INTRODUCTION It wasn’t long after his birth that Jesus first experienced hostility (i.e. Herod in Matthew 2:13-23). In our generation we are seeing Christians experiencing hostility around the globe (e.g. Churches in Indonesia). There is an element to the ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-20

Denomination: *other

Released From The Law Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 17, 2008

In today’s sermon the apostle Paul explains how we are "Released from the Law," in order to serve God in the Spirit.

Scripture Let us read Romans 7:1-6: "1 Or do you not know, brothers—for I am speaking to those who know the law—that the law is binding on a person only as long as he lives? 2 For a married woman is bound by law to her husband while he lives, but if her husband dies she is released from the law ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Church Discipline Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 1, 2011

We conclude our lesson about the discipline of immoral church members by looking at the extent of discipline.

Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the discipline of church members engaged in blatant and unrepentant sin. Let’s learn about this in a message I am ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:9-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"what It Really Means To Repent" Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Jul 20, 2023

Repentance is the bridge to forgiveness, but how do I know if I've crossed it? What does it really mean to repent?

Did you know that there is a “most hated” word in the English language? Google it. I did. I typed in, “The most hated word in the world and do you know what came up?” The word “moist.” As a matter of fact, marketers steer away from the word because it is so hated. No one evidently wants to hear ...read more

Denomination: Baptist