Sermons on Hidden Sins:

The Ascension

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 9, 2012

Jesus knew and suffered due to the reality of sin in the human heart. But when He physically left the earth, His message was not a pessimistic one. Summarizing who he was and what difference this should make for everyone is stated in what is known as the

Avid readers often will credit this or that writer for luring them into a lifelong love of a genre. For those who love science fiction, it offeres grand, cosmic landscapes on which to project the boundless possibilities of life. Yet for one writer, Ray Bradbury (August 22, 1920 – June 5, 2012), who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-53

Denomination: Other

Living A Sanctified Life

Contributed by Pastor Steve Zimmerman on Jan 17, 2011

Many of us, after we have accepted Jesus Christ into our lives expect to live without sin and are disappointed in the result. This sermon helps to explain the addition of the Holy Spirit into our life and show us the power that is brought by the

The Bible is a book offering the good news of salvation from sin. It is also a book that presents the bad news of condemnation for sin. No single book or collection of writings on earth proclaims so completely and vividly the totally desperate situation of people who are apart from God. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Lords 2nd Coming Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Aug 3, 2013

He came the 1st time as a meek and lowly Lamb to pay our sin debt, but when He returns the next time He'll come as the Lion of the tribe of Judah, He'll rule with a rod of iron.

#5~ The Lord's 2nd coming. STILL TO COME 7-20-13 For the passed 4 broadcasts we have been talking about things that "ARE STILL TO COME" on Gods Prophetic Calendar. #1- is the rapture of the True Church, this is next on Gods Prophetic ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-21

Denomination: Baptist

Slaves In Egypt Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Aug 16, 2013

Well whose to judge, to slander those lost in sin, those who don't know the Father. How do we treat the alien and the widow? Slapping them up the side of the head will not win souls for the kingdom of God.

The paradox that we are looking at this week of our OWSOMS Self Denial appeal that we are looking at is this ‘The Paradox of Belonging’. In the passage from Deuteronomy 24:17 through to verse 22 we get this command “Do not deprive the alien or the Fatherless of justice, or take ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 24:17-22

Denomination: Salvation Army

Mighty God Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 5, 2012

If you want to bring purpose and meaning back into your life this Christmas season, it starts when you reverence Jesus as deity. Then rely on Him as your defender and deliverer from sin, for He, and He alone is the Mighty God.

An elderly man in Phoenix, Arizona, calls his son in New York and says, “I hate to ruin your day, but I have to tell you that your mother and I are divorcing – 45 years of misery is enough.” “Pop, what are you talking about?” the son asks. “We can't stand the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Luke 15: 1- 10 ~ The Lost

Contributed by William D. Brown on Oct 29, 2012

In this chapter Jesus illustrates His love and concern for sinful men and women. The Pharisees and scribes murmured because Jesus showed such love and kindness to sinners, there's always people around that will make light of those that want to tell oth

Luke 15: 1- 10 THE LOST 10-27-12 In Luke 15: the Lord gives three parables; three stories to do with things that become lost. In this chapter Jesus illustrates His love and concern for sinful men and women. The Pharisees and scribes ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10, Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Ark Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Nov 1, 2012

God sees the wickedness that there is among the children of the men; He cannot ignore the sinful works that humanity commits in any place or most remote place on earth. The evil and deceitful heart of humanity has carried it to extremes to untie the judg

Icebreaker: What would you do if they told you that you only have a few days to live? Biblical Scriptures: Genesis 6:5-7, 2 Peter 2:5-9, Luke 17:26-30. INTRODUCTION God sees the wickedness that there is among the children of the men; He cannot ignore the sinful works that humanity commits in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:5-7

Denomination: Apostolic

Undeserved Trials –why?

Contributed by John Bartol on Jun 1, 2013

Job was bewildered by suffering that seemed undeserved. Here we see a good man suffering, not as punishment for past sins but as proof that he would not waver in the faith. Job was on the Devils hit list, and that was a compliment to his faith. Satan tri

UNDESERVED TRIALS-WHY? Why do good people sometimes suffer greatly and evil people seem to prosper? Does it pay to be good? Does it pay to serve the Lord? We sometimes say about a very fine person who is having a hard time “ He doesn't deserve this! Or, she doesn't deserve this!” ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Who Gave The Church The Order To Stand Down?

Contributed by Darrell Jones on Jun 1, 2013

The term "Stand Down" has been used recently in light of the Benghazi attack, it is a military term meaning a cessation of offensive actions; a cease fire; a truce. Are we guilty of "Standing Down" concerning the sins that are prevalent in our society?

When reporting on current events such as "fast and furious" and the Benghazi attack on our American Embassy, reporters are using the term "Stand Down" when asking who gave the orders to do nothing to help those in peril. Stand Down is a military term meaning, (a) A suspension or relaxation from an ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fresh Fire: Living The Pentecostal Life Today Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 21, 2012

Are you willing to allow the Holy Spirit to bring fresh fire into your life? Fresh fire, a fresh supply, fresh anointing, fresh Fire consumes - it burns out the sinful and unnecessary “stuff” in our lives.

Living the Pentecostal Life Today Our preaching this year is going to focus on The Holy Spirit and each month we are going to focus on a specific aspect of His ministry. And this month our focus is the Spirit in the world today. The Holy Spirit is an important part of the trinity, yet I would ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:17-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

By Grace Alone Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 2, 2017

Grace refers to God lavishing us with free gifts, His undeserved and unearned favor. His gifts include salvation, forgiveness of sins, endurance, strengthening and encouragement, the virtues he develops in us, and a host of other gracious gifts.

By Grace Alone (Romans 11:6, 4:16, Ephesians 2:8-9) 1. There is a joke on the net that makes a good point about salvation by grace. A man dies and goes to heaven. The admittance angel meets him at the pearly gates. The angel says, "Here's how it works. You need 100 points to make it into heaven. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9, Matthew 5:44-45

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Church At Sardis

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 30, 2016

When John wrote his letter to Sardis, it was wealthy but degenerate, and it was experiencing spiritual death. Despite its reputation for being alive, Sardis was infested with sin. The church’s deeds were evil, and its clothes were soiled.

By: Tom Lowe Date: 6-5-2015 Lesson 9: The Church at Sardis (3:1-6) Revelation 3:1-6 (NIV) 1 “To the angel of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Water To Wine Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jan 18, 2017

Do you believe in Jesus? That his coming has provided the only effective purification from sin? That he is the one sent by God to be the Messiah, the saviour of the world? That we might have life and have it in all its abundance?

This week we start a new series: this time on John's gospel. We won't cover all of John's Gospel this year but we'll make a good start. We're starting with ch 2 but we will come back to chapter 1 just before Christmas. More than any other book in the Bible probably, John's gospel can be studied ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

Are You Religious? (Part Three) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 23, 2017

What does it mean to become polluted by the world? To be polluted means our thinking and behaviors are of the world. We are subscribing to its philosophies and ideals. We are liviing in accordance with the sinful nature. So how do we become unpolluted?

ARE YOU RELGIOUS (part three) Recap: Last week we looked at the beginning of James 1:27, "Religion as God the Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress." We looked at why orphans and widows and it's because these are among the most vulnerable, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:27, James 2:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prepare For The Coming Of Jesus

Contributed by Craig Condon on Oct 28, 2015

When John the Baptist told the people to repent, he was telling them to turn away from their sins and ask for forgiveness. John the Baptist told the people that if they repented, their hearts would be ready for God because they turned toward God.

Good morning boys and girls! Are you starting to get excited for the coming of Christmas? Are you starting to get ready for the holidays? How about your moms and dads? Are they starting to get things ready for Christmas? There’s always a lot of things to do to get ready for Christmas. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Anglican