Sermons on Moral Failure:

Born To Be A Better Savior Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 23, 2022

Jesus was born to be our savior. But what does that mean, and what difference can that make in our lives?

There was a Christian who gave a Bible to somebody who was going through a rough time. Their life had been one disaster after the other, but in all that time there was never really made an effort to follow Jesus. So, as this Christian gave a Bible to the man… he encouraged him to read it, and he ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:22-27, Luke 2:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Come And Eat

Contributed by David Dunn on Jan 20, 2026

The risen Christ meets disoriented, ashamed people with presence, restores fellowship through shared life, and invites us to belong again at the table.

Part 1 — Hunger and Disorientation There is a particular kind of confusion that comes after everything you hoped for has already happened. It is not the confusion of despair. It is not the confusion of disbelief. It is the confusion of now what? That is where John 21 begins. The resurrection has ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14, Genesis 3:8-10, Genesis 2:25, Luke 15:20-24, Hebrews 12:2, Romans 8:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

I Made It PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023

This sermon explores how trials and struggles are God's way of communicating with us, urging us to view them as opportunities for growth and closeness to Him.

Hey there, church family! We've got an interesting talk lined up today, something I think we can all relate to on some level. We're going to be chatting about trials, struggles, and testimonies...and not just any testimonies, but those that come right from the trenches of life's hardest moments. I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

Topics: Overcoming, Perseverance

The Fall

Contributed by Coley Williams on Jun 24, 2001

The fall is a constant reminder of the reality of man’s fall and God’s reaction which leads to God’s Judgment and Mercy Provisions.

Five Basic Points: I. Test of obedience II. Its Violation III. The moral evil it involved IV. The results if produced V. God’s Reaction – Judgment and Mercy Provisions I. Test of obedience a) Just & Reasonable b) Simple and Plain c) No need of the fruit d) There was absolute peace and happiness ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Consider The Lord's Prayer Forces Us

Contributed by Monte Brown on Nov 17, 2009

We have looked at the basis of prayer, the types of prayer, and the use of prayer. Even the apostles struggled with the use of prayer. They even asked our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ to teach them how to pray.

First preached this message 12/26/2001 Grace Southern, Goddard, KS Introduction This morning I want us to turn to and keep our place there as we look at the Lord’s Prayer and consider that, the Lord’s Prayer Forces Us to Consider; 1. Our personal need 2. Our principle need 3. Our physical ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Why Religion Will Never Save You! Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014

Religion—is man’s best attempt to get to God.

Religion—is man’s best attempt to get to God. Eight Characteristics of the Religious Person: 1) They rely on a Label. Jew—means a praises or he who praises God! 2) They depend upon Rules and Regulations. Fact: The law has never saved anybody! John 5:39-40 3) They ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-29

Denomination: Baptist

"Don't Tolerate Sexual Immorality" I Cor. 5 Pt 5 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 25, 2008

Sexual immorality is not to be tolerated in the church instead it should be asked to leave before the Spirit of Christ does! The question is: “Who do you want to stay?”

“Don’t Tolerate Sexual Immorality” I Cor. Chapter 5 - pt 5 Opening Illustration: “Deception” from Sermon Spice- this clips reveals how deception works and how it redefines what is right and wrong in society. Thesis: Sexual immorality is not to be tolerated in the church instead it should be asked ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living Diligent Faith

Contributed by Michael K. Farrar, O. D. on Jun 28, 2016

2 Peter chapter 1 instructs us to live a diligent faith, one which continues to grow from the time we accept Christ as our personal Savior and Lord. In the process, Peter shares in this chapter 7 attributes we grow in as we become more spiritually mature.

LIVING DILIGENT FAITH - 2 PETER 1:1-11 Michael K. Farrar, O.D. God's Breath Publications: http://www.godsbreathpublications.com/ Audio Sermon: http://www.godsbreathpublications.com/living-diligent-faith/ SERMON OUTLINE: INTRODUCTION: CHRISTIANS LIVING UNDER CORRUPT ROMAN RULE - SURROUNDED BY ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Cave In

Contributed by Carl Finney on Nov 3, 2006

Trapped Underground a sinner reviews his life while he waits for rescue.

Imagine yourself working underground as a miner. Maybe in a coal-mine in Kentucky or maybe as a sandhog in the state of New York. But your working a mile underground with over a million tons of rock setting on top of you. As usual the mountain creeks and groans an eerie unnerving sound. But that’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

Be A Fourth Quarter Christian

Contributed by Rick Lance on May 2, 2003

The fourth quarter is the best quarter of life.

SERVING THE LORD IN THE FOURTH QUARTER OF LIFE or BE A FOURTH QUARTER CHRISTIAN Psalm 90:12 Rick Lance (Executive Director, State Board of Missions, Alabama Baptist State Convention) If you are a fan of college football, you know that the game is divided between two halves – the first half and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:12

Denomination: Baptist

Receiving The Gift Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Jonathan Powell on Dec 11, 2012

A stand alone sermon to be preached during the Christmas season on receiving the forgivenss of God, and granting forgiveness to others and to yourselves.

Receiving the Gift of Forgiveness December 16, 2012 – AM Sermon Psalm 51:1-4; 8; 10; 12 The Christmas season is a joyous time of year. We sing “It’s the most wonderful time of the year” when in reality, it is often one of the most stressful/miserable times of the year. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

New Year;new Hope

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 20, 2017

If you do not do anything different from last year, don't blame God that nothing has changed.

New Year; New Hope 2 Corinthians 5:11-5:17 Philippians 3:12-3:14 Prayer- Introduction- Scripture- 2 Corinthians 5:11-5:17 Philippians 3:12-3:14 Happy New Year! When we say Happy New Year what are we saying to someone? We are saying that we hope this New Year will be better than the year ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:11-17, 2 Corinthians 3:12-14

Denomination: Nazarene

Abraham And Succession By Faith

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 5, 2018

Did Jesus support the theory of apostolic succession or faith? Let's see why faith is the key, through Abraham's story.

Why was Abram who became Abraham called the father of the faithful? What can we learn about about apostolic succession by looking back at Abraham? Let’s look at his early life and the tests of Abraham’s faith and how he dealt with them in Genesis 12-22 (Genesis 12:1, 10, 15; 14:14; 15:13; 16:3; ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Season For Everything

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Leslie Verghese on Sep 10, 2018

There is a Season for Everything

“To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven” – Ecclesiastes 3:1 You see we serve a God of season. We see it in creation. God created the four seasons that are based upon the rotation of the Earth as it orbits the Sun. The seasons change as the earth moves, but the sun in ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Insignificant?

Contributed by Lane Hastie on Jul 29, 2020

No one you meet is insignificant & You are not insignificant. God takes joy in using ordinary people and ordinary things for extraordinary purposes.

Insignificant: Nothing special. Unimportant. Taken for granted. To small to be noticed. Of no consequence, influence, or distinction. Without weight. Easy to overlook. Irrelevant. Meager. Nondescript. Of little value. Trivial. Exceptionally ordinary. Easily & often disregarded. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:3, Psalm 27:10, Psalm 68:5-6, Matthew 25:31-45, Isaiah 49:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God