Sermons on Minimalizing Sin:

The Fall Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 9, 2003

Satan uses clever words to disparage the trustworthiness of God.

Genesis 3:1-7 September 29, 2002 Assume that penguins live with a density of 1,000 penguins per square mile and can run at an average speed of 7 miles per hour on land and swim at 20 miles per hour. Also assume that a polar bear has a territory of 10 square miles, can run at 25 miles per hour and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Couples Guide 2 -Evil Situations Among Christians (1) Series

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Jun 11, 2021

A guide for those seeking to serve GOD in marriage

A man living with a woman without marriage This happens because a person does not have faith to believe that YAHWEH can unite him or her in marriage. Many reasons are cited  here: Lack of money to do a church wedding-This is a lie. Many bona fide churches charge a minimal governmental fee to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18

Resist Bravely

Contributed by Justin Tucker on Feb 24, 2022

It was once said, "sin boldly".

In a letter on August 1st, 1521- a very prominent protestant advised his friend as follows…. “Sin boldly. But believe even more boldly in Christ, and rejoice”. This is quite different from what Saint Paul wrote during Bible Times: He says, “What then shall we say? Shall we continue in sin so ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-2

Getting Over

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 7, 2009

God wants us to be more than minimal. Acknowledge that Christ is Lord, make sure our witness is clear, go beyond quick thrills, and be faithful, and your faith will sustain you over the long haul.

Too often, we choose "getting by", when we could choose "getting over". Too often, we try to skimp on life, hoping not to invest too deeply. That’s "getting by". But we could turn to a better answer. We could choose "getting over". "Getting by" and "getting over" are not the same thing. "Getting ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

"Do You Know Me?”

Contributed by Mike Bence on Feb 11, 2025

Our personal relationship with God is vital for this life and the eternal, we can’t simply rely on what we are told, we must know him ourselves. Jesus walked this earth but no one truly knew Him, we have that opportunity today and now to walk with Him and know Him.

Do You Know Me? John 14 8Philip said, “Lord, show us the Father and that will be enough for us.” 9Jesus answered: “Don’t you know me, Philip, even after I have been among you such a long time? Anyone who has seen me has seen the Father. How can you say, ‘Show us the Father’? 10Don’t you believe ...read more

Scripture: John 14:8-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forgive One Another Series

Contributed by Dan Raymond on May 25, 2016

This may be the hardest of all the one another commands. However, forgiveness is not only possible it is necessary for us to be the church Christ has called us to be. This sermon examines the practical steps we can take to make forgiveness a reality.

Forgive One Another Colossians 3:13 We read in Luke 23, “When they came to the place called the Skull, there they crucified him, along with the criminals- one on his right, the other on his left. Jesus said, ‘Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:13

Denomination: Christian Church

If I Were The Devil....

Contributed by William Young on Sep 4, 2001

To Foil to Demon, We must Understand How He Works In Our Lives!

(Drawn By a Sermon Authored by Bro Phil Sanders, Concord Road Church of Christ, Nashville TN) IF I WERE THE DEVIL James 1:13-15 1. Peter warns us in 1 Pet. 5:8,9, "Be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls about seeking someone to devour. 2. This is true! C. S. Lewis wrote in his ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-15, 1 Peter 5:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Repentence - 53 Sins That Will Keep You Out Of Heaven

Contributed by Nathan Foy on Jul 26, 2006

Take a look at 53 sins that you must not willfully continue in if you become a believer

Repentance Repentance is a must for a believer. Repentance is a complete change of the way you view sin. Instead of wanting to become materially rich your focus becomes doing the will of God. Repentance of sin is absolutely necessary for salvation. Acts 2:38 – “Then Peter said to them, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Does God Punish Us When We Sin? Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Mar 16, 2007

The misinformation about God unnecessarily makes many people far too afraid of Him when they should be seeking Him as their dearest friend.

Do you remember how, one of the most unpleasant emotions you suffered as a kid was waiting to be punished? Do you remember that? If you had a particularly tender conscience it was especially hard for you. When you did something wrong you just knew you were going to be found out, and you just ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

Excusing Our Sin: "I'm A Good Person"

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 5, 2006

This message looks at what we really mean when we say, "He’s a good person" and what the Biblical standard is to be able to say that.

1. Our Belief: “I’m a good person.” 2. Some Examples Of God’s Standards: a. It’s a blot on our record every time we get angry at a friend without cause. - Matthew 5:21-22. - We’ll say, “Well, at least I’m not a murderer,” but here we see that we’re in danger of judgment for our unjustified ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

"God Doesn't Want Most Of Your Sin”

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 23, 2005

Peter, who denied Jesus, was totally forgiven and reinstated to a position of leadership among the disciples – Because he gave Jesus all of his sins – God wants all of your sins today.

“God Doesn’t Want Most of Your Sin” Matthew 26:69-75 Mark 16:6-8 John 21:15-19 OBJECTIVE: To show that repentance is not an option for believers, but a duty INTRODUCTION: “The Ultimate Backslider” Here we have the apostle Peter. A devoted Christian, a member of Jesus’ inner circle of believers ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:69-75

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"He That Is Wihtout Sin..." Bydr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Sep 27, 2005

Right is right even if everyone is against it and wrong is wrong even if everyone is for it. This lesson is seen so well in the story of the woman caught in the act of adultery. Let’s examine it together!

PREACHED BEFORE THE CONGREGATION OF DINSMORE BAPTIST CHURCH 10500 OLD KINGS ROAD JACKSONVILLE, FL 32219 BY: Dr. E. Winson Butler (free audio tape upon request) INTRODUCTION Near the end of the feast of days, a woman is brought to Jesus by the ruling authorities. These authorities wanted justice. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Condemming Sin In The Flesh,the Other Side Of Jesus.

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Feb 25, 2004

Will there be faith on Earth when Jesus returnes? Can we live up to Gods expectations?

Condemning Sin in the Flesh ,The other side of Jesus. There has been a lot of controversy over what a Christian is supposed to do to convey the teachings of Jesus to the lost and unruelly in the world. We have been told here lately that we must be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ignorant Errors, Careless Mistakes, Or Plain Old Sin

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 9, 2004

Message on the First Word from the Cross, for a Good Friday Seven Last Words service. Jesus prays for forgiveness for the anonymous "they" who permit a society to be valueless, for those who profit from the misery of others, for those who pride themselve

One of life’s scariest moments comes when, two or three days after you have taken an exam at school, the teacher shows up ready to pass out the results. Maybe you sit poised on the edge of your chair, if you think you’ve done well; or you slump down in the seat, trying to look as though you’re ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-37

Denomination: Baptist

Convicted (Power Over Sin Series Part 5) Series

Contributed by Derek Joshua E'lon Sr. on Jun 15, 2003

This is the fifth message in the series, “Power over sin.” This message deals with the fact that sinners and saints are convicted by the law because the law is good.

Before we read the scripture for this morning. I want you to hold up your Bibles and repeat after me. “This my Bible.” “I believe what it says.” “I believe I can do,” “What it says I can do.” “I believe I have,” “what it says I have.” “I believe this Word.” “This is,” “My final authority.” ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:7-13

Denomination: Baptist