Sermons on How Did Sin Begin:

The Deceitfulness Of Sin

Contributed by Bud Martenn on Jan 30, 2001

We will never get right with God until we acknowledge wrong, we will never acknowledge wrong properly until we admit that it is sin

THE DECEITFULNESS OF SIN Heb.3:12-13 The consequences of sin To stress the dangerous consequences of sin and how to avoid them The truth will always expose sin for what it is I SIN IS DECEITFUL IN ITS PROMISES A. Sin couldn’t keep it’s first promise B. Sin never has kept one of it’s ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Wages Of Sin

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jan 18, 2018

There are grave, serious consequences to sin; but Jesus saves us from those consequences.

The Wages of Sin January 7, 2018 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: There are grave, serious consequences to sin; but Jesus saves us from those consequences. Focus Passage: Genesis 3:1-24 (Pew Bible page 3) Supplemental Passage: For the wages of sin ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Keys To Sharing Christ With Muslims: Prayer, Politeness, Patience

Contributed by Alex Mcfarland on Jun 28, 2006

Seeing A.J. enter the auditorium during the conference, I mouthed a silent prayer. My message included historical facts about Islam gleaned from Muslim scholars. I presented the basic beliefs of Islam, and critiqued the religion’s violent beginnings. I

Keys to Sharing Christ With Muslims: Prayer, Politeness, Patience by Alex McFarland His name was “A.J.,” a 20-something immigrant to the U.S. from a predominantly Muslim country. He was very friendly, and worked at a certain sub shop that my wife and I frequented. A.J. would sometimes sit with ...read more

Scripture: John 10:28-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Problem Of Sin

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Apr 19, 2009

Part of the "good news" of the Gospel of Jesus Christ is that we are sinners. If we are sinners than we are not victims and there is a solution to our problem.

Introduction Reading Book: The Reason for God, Belief in an Age of Skepticism, by Timothy Keller. It answers many questions we ask about God/faith. How can a loving God send people to hell? How can one religion be right- others wrong? Author- presents- rational case for belief in God. He provides ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23

Denomination: Charismatic

Sin Lovers.

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Sep 26, 2003

WE LIVE IN A DAY WHEN PEOPLE ARE LOVING SIN.

MATTTHEW 14 -1-12 TEXT.READ THE STORY. SECOND TIMOTHY 3-1-5 READ. VERSE 2 ,FOR MEN SHALL BE LOVERS OF THEIR SELVES COVETOUS, BOASTERS ,PROUD ,BLASPHEMERS ,DISOBEDIENT,TO PARENTS ,UNTHANKFUL,UNHOLY. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-12, 2 Timothy 3:1-5

Who Sinned?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 15, 2005

This sermon addresses the question, "Why do bad things happen to good people?"

Who Sinned? – John 9: 1 - 11 Intro: Close your eyes. Imagine going about all your daily activities. Socks, shoes, shirt, juice – There are blind people in this church today – can’t see: how much God loves U, your own sin, way out, hope. I. Verse 2 – “Who sinned? A. We, as modern ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Problem Of Sin Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Despite our sinful nature, we can resist sin and rely on the power of Christ to overcome it.

Let's dive in. We're going to chat about a book in the Bible called Romans, written by a dude named Paul. It's all about how we can live our lives in a way that shows we're grateful for God's love and mercy. The big idea here is the power of the gospel, which is like a superhero's power, but even ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-25

Topics: Gospel Power, Overcoming Sin, Spiritual Strength, Redemption

The Sin Of Sensuality

Contributed by Ken Smith on Jan 18, 2002

What do we think of when we hear the word sin?

Sin as Sensuality Matthew 21:28-32 When most of us hear the word sin, we first think of worldly or fleshly sins connected with bodily needs, desires, and pleasures. Although the Bible indicates that sin may express itself in this form, it is by no means the center of the biblical doctrine of sin. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-32

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Sin?

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Nov 18, 2007

CLEARING UP WHAT SIN REALLY IS.

WHAT IS SIN? INTRO: DO YOU EVER ASK THAT QUESTION? 1: IS THIS A SIN, IS THAT A SIN? A) IS IT A SIN TO HAVE A GOOD TIME AND LOSEN UP EVERY NOW AND AGAIN? B) IS IT A SIN TO FEEL A CERTAIN WAY ABOUT SOME ISSUE OR CIRCUMSTANCE IN YOUR LIFE? C) IS IT A SIN TO HAVE A BAD DAY AND JUST FEEL LIKE GETTING ...read more

Scripture: James 4:17

Denomination: Other

The Sin Of Partiality

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 28, 2003

To note that Christians are to love all peoples.

The Sin of Partiality Text: James 2.1-13 Thesis: To note that Christians are to love all peoples. Introduction: (1) There was a problem with favoritism/prejudice in the 1st century and there still is today in the 21st century. (2) Story: Behind the line in World War I, rest homes were operated ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sin Of Not Testifying

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 18, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Have you testified something in court? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Blessed believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that we need to testify about GOD's goodness. IV. TEXT: Leviticus 5:1 If you are called to testify about something

I. EXORDIUM: Have you testified something in court? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Blessed believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that we need to testify about GOD's goodness. IV. TEXT: Leviticus 5:1 If you are called to testify about something you have seen or that you know about, it is sinful to ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 5:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rejecting Sin

Contributed by Raymond Williams on Mar 30, 2020

Augustine said, “The punishment for sin is sin.” 2 Peter 2:19 teaches, “by what a man is overcome, by this he is enslaved.” GOD’S HAND REMOVED THERE IS NOTHING TO RESTAIN SIN. Our only hope is radical repentance.

Rejecting Sin Text: Hebrews 9 & 10 I have one big problem, and it is myself. Now I know I am not alone in this; I happen to believe the Bible as it is written. Written by men as moved by the Spirit of God. The medium used to convey the will of God to man is very fragile, changes as to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:19

Denomination: Nazarene

The Sins Of The Tongue

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 12, 2010

Much can be said of a person’s character by the way he uses his tongue. Jesus said that "out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh" (Mat. 12:34). In Jas. 3:6, 8, the tongue is "a fire, a world of iniquity", and a "deadly poison."

Intro: Much can be said of a person’s character by the way he uses his tongue. Jesus said that "out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh" (Mat. 12:34). In Jas. 3:6, 8, the tongue is "a fire, a world of iniquity", and a "deadly poison." Let’s consider some sins of the tongue as we find ...read more

Scripture: James 3:5-10

Denomination: *other

The Sin Of Indifference

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 18, 2012

One man said, “The opposite of love is not hate, it's indifference. The opposite of art is not ugliness, it's indifference. The opposite of faith is not heresy, it's indifference. And the opposite of life is not death, it's indifference.”

The Sin of Indifference 2 Timothy 3:1-4NKJ Apathy: Lack of interest or concern, especially regarding matters of general importance or appeal; indifference. Lack of emotion or feeling; impassiveness. One man said, “The opposite of love is not hate, it's indifference. The opposite ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sinful But Called

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 5, 2025

The power of God’s word, spoken to Peter and the others by the very Word of God, Son of the Father, was enough to kick in the adrenaline and motivate the fishermen to fish longer in the worst time of day in the part of the lake with the worst prospects.

Fifth Sunday in Course 2025 The first thing that strikes me as I read today’s Gospel is that Peter and his fishing crew had been working all night and then had cleaned their nets. These professionals had just worked at least ten hours and were ready to go home. Jesus came along with hundreds of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11, Luke 5:1-11, Psalm 138:1-5, Psalm 138:7-8, Isaiah 6:1-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic