Sermons on Mourn Over Sin:

Nothing New Under The Sun Series

Contributed by Jimmy Giffin on Mar 24, 2004

The second in a series of when sin is in the camp. This focuses on the tactics of Satan in tempting man to sin.

NOTHING NEW UNDER THE SUN Text: Ecclesiastes 1: 9-10 An old saying goes “everything old is new again”. Clothes that considered “cool” when I was a teen are in fashion again. Classic style for cars is all the rage. Nick at Night and T V Land show the old classic shows. It seems that things are just ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:9-10

Denomination: Church Of God

A Slave, But Whose?

Contributed by Keith Buice on Jan 5, 2006

The truth of the matter is this. You will be a slave to Sin or to the Lord. The only question is Which one will you serve?

I AM a slave, but to Whom? Romans 7:14 – 8:17 Introduction: As we read the Text from Romans earlier, did any of you feel like I did that Paul was talking about you. I struggle everyday with the desires of my flesh, like my love for food, and my tendency to be selfish and rude. Praise the Lord that ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Look Back!

Contributed by Troy Mason on Aug 23, 2002

A call to avoid temptation and stay focused on God.

Don’t Look Back! Genesis 19:1-29 Introduction: In Gen 13, Abraham and Lot part company. Abraham chooses God, Lot chooses the world. Though it came disguised as something beautiful (choice fruit in Eden), it was truly ugly and was his downfall. I. The edge of temptation A. Choosing for ourselves, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

Depravity

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 22, 2004

Many people have trouble with the concept of total depravity. While not denying they are sinners, many people feel that their sin isn’t bad enough to condemn them. What they don’t understand is that any sin is wholly unacceptable to God.

Many people have trouble with the concept of total depravity. While not denying they are sinners, many people feel that their sin isn’t bad enough to condemn them. What they don’t understand is that any sin is wholly unacceptable to God. Let’s suppose I invite you over to my house this Saturday ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

What Do These Stones Mean

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Nov 24, 2008

Looking through some use of stones and what they can mean to us today

What do these stones mean? Joshua 4:1-9 Those stones were left there to represent A few things: 1. The wonders of God = parting the Jordan River 2. The work of the people = some working, giving there time, talents, materials, muscle power, some praying, some cooking, etc; 3. The way to the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Following The Grand Illusion

Contributed by Bill Huffhine on Jun 11, 2004

A message about the universal condition of human sinfulness and depravity and how we got to this point, taken from the first 3 chapters of Romans.

A few moments ago I performed for you a very poor illusion. My attempt was to so distort your perception of reality that you would believe with your mind that I had actually caused the band to disappear. I, however, am not an illusionist. Neither my techniques or presentation were ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-32

Denomination: Free Methodist

How To Love The Father More Than The World

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 25, 2005

The following is a list of twenty five things that often crowd out our love for the Father. Since Jesus told us to watch and pray that we enter not in to temptation. It is a good idea to know what competes for our greatest passion.

How to Love the Father More than the World Marks of Worldliness (I John 2:15-18) What are the various ways that people subtly love the world more than we show love for our heavenly Father? Perhaps it could be summarized in the word preoccupation. Illustration: CHARLOTTE, N.C. - An 86-year-old ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Laziness Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Nov 3, 2005

The first message in a series onthe seven deadly sins.

VIRUS: Hidden Infections of the Spiritual Life Laziness – Sitting Pretty on Your La-Z-boy Throne Intro: We live in a world of germs and viruses. In many ways we live in fear of the next mutation. Whether it’s the flu or the threat of germ warfare, we live in a time in which the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

Emptying The Closets Series

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Jul 15, 2007

Regarding sin, the Ephesians went through a significant turning point. Just like the Ephesians, it is important to break the sin cycle by changing your mind and turning around.

Emptying the closets Ephesus - Year 2 Acts 19.11-20 Sin will stifle your growth and hold you back as a Christian. It will stunt your faith. Regarding sin, the Ephesians went through a significant turning point. God did extraordinary miracles through Paul, so that even handkerchiefs and aprons ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:11-20

Denomination: Mennonite

Sinners In The Hands Of An Angry God Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Feb 20, 2011

On the cross Jesus saved us from our sins, from slavery, from oppression and conformity to this world; He saved us from spiritual death, but most of all He saved us from the wrath of God.

Dakota Community Church Church History Sunday - 2 February 20, 2011 Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God Introduction I decided to cover this topic for our next “Church History Sunday” in October of last year. I was channel surfing when I came across an episode of Peter Youngren’s Grace TV ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:28-35

Denomination: Mennonite

Overcoming Pornography

Contributed by Ken Ritz on Dec 30, 2005

How to overcome the sin of pornography

Overcoming Pornography I mentioned last week that today is Porn Sunday, when hundreds of churches across our nation are going to be talking about how to overcome the problems of pornography. So this morning I want to talk about the dangers of and how to get free from pornography. I know ...read more

Scripture: Job 31:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Remember The History Of Your Salvation

Contributed by Andrew Schroer on Mar 12, 2001

Through the story of the fall into sin and first promise of a Savior, God walks us through the history of our salvation.

"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times…" "A long time ago in a land far, far away…" "Once upon a time there were three bears…" Many of the greatest stories in history have very memorable beginnings. The story of our salvation—or rather I should say the history, because this really ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

The Great Contrast

Contributed by Michael Schwer on Dec 21, 2000

A Salvation Message contrasting Adam’s sin and Jesus’s redemption from sin for us.

Romans 5:12-21 “The Great Contrast” Adam & Jesus (powerpoint title page) Introduction As we turn to Romans 5:12-21 lets stand in Gods presence as I read Gods Word. At the heart of Paul’s letter to the Romans is this section of scripture. In fact – this passage is the heart of Christianity. I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Harnessing The Heat Series

Contributed by James Stewart Jr. on Jul 14, 2003

This is the third message in the Series on the Seven Deadly Sins "ANGER"

Tonight’s message is dealing with the area of Anger With the message entitled, “Harnessing the Heat.” We live in an, “Age of Rage.” Expressions say it all, “that makes me so mad," and "I can’t stand that person." Anger is a far reaching characteristics, it is a frequent guest in our homes, our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-31, James 4:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Doesn't Accept Excuses

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Nov 1, 2003

3 Reasons from the genalogy of Jesus, why God won’t accept our excuses.

GOD DOESN’T ACCEPT EXCUSES ** Erika’s testimony My friends, it doesn’t matter what your background is like, it doesn’t matter what mistakes you’ve made; God will forgive and can help you, so He doesn’t accept excuses. Each one of the Gospels was written by a different writer, for a different ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist