Sermons on Our Sin Or Worldly Sin:

How To Handle The Sin Of Self-Centeredness

Contributed by Shawn Rose on May 18, 2009

James tells us about the symptoms, the source, and the salve for self centeredness.

HOW TO HANDLE THE SIN OF SELF-CENTEREDNESS Text: James 4:1 – 10 Introduction: · Between 250 and 262 AD a pestilence raged all over the Roman Empire. In some Italian cities, 80% of the population died out. Historians and scientists estimate that ½ of the human race died in those 12 years. · The ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Only Human....no Excuse For Sinning!

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 19, 2002

We often hear folks try to justify or minimize their sins by declaring: "I’m only human!" This outline seeks to expose the flimsiness of excuse making.

ONLY HUMAN…NO EXCUSE FOR SINNING! “Then God said, ‘Let us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps upon the earth.’ So God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Temptation, Sin, And Consequences (Part 1) Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 19, 2009

David, the man after God’s own heart fell into sin. Looking at his life we can see how he allowed himself to end up in a weakened state, and we can learn from his mistakes how to avoid the same.

Introduction: A. Perhaps there have been times when you have felt like praying this prayer: “Dear Heavenly Father, I think you’d be proud of me! So far today I’ve done all right. I haven’t gossiped, lusted, lost my temper, haven’t been greedy, grumpy, or selfish. Praise Your Name! I’m grateful ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Temptation, Sin, And Consequences (Pt. 2) Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 26, 2009

Nathan confronts David. David repents, is forgiven, but must still face the earthly consequences of his sin.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a young child at a Catholic school who went to confession. 1. Because the younger children at the parochial school often forgot their sins when they entered the confessional, the teachers would have the students write down a list of their sins. 2. As the boy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sin God Hates Most Of All

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jul 19, 2001

Sowing discord among the bretheren is the sin God hates most of all;is caused by pride; and is seen in the church at Corinth.

Let me ask you a question: “Have you ever found a Christian group that doesn’t have any problems?” If so, don’t join it—you’ll ruin everything. Every person has their own weaknesses and faults; and since a church is made up of imperfect people, every church will have problems. The church at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-13, Proverbs 6:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

Loneliness And Brokenness: The Devastating Effects Of Sin Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Aug 14, 2007

This is a message in a series on the Book of Lamentations.

Imagine if you will that you are one of the survivors of the Civil War left in the south. By the time of Lee’s surrender at Appomattox, the South lay in ruin. Cities, farms, and homes have been burned and ravaged by cannon fire. Railroads and bridges have been destroyed. The economical, social and ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 1:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sin – The Price Must Be Paid Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jan 23, 2013

There is a price tag on sin, and therefore sin must be paid for. God cannot allow sin to go unpunished. There are some wonderful lessons that this story teach us.

There is a price tag on sin, and therefore sin must be paid for. God cannot allow sin to go unpunished. There are some wonderful lessons that this story teach us. Sin – The Price Must Be Paid 2 Samuel 24, 1 Chronicles 21 Introduction: 1. Both of our passages give to us a parallel account ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 24:1

Denomination: Bible Church

Four Things People Do With Their Sins

Contributed by Clint Shrum on Jan 3, 2007

A sermon on how people try to deal with their sins

FOUR THINGS PEOPLE DO WITH THEIR SINS Genesis 3:6-12 Intro: There is not a person in this building that is perfect. Every one of us has made mistakes. But where we get in trouble with our mistakes is when we fail to admit we are wrong and get it behind us. The same thing goes for sin. The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:6-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gas Cost But Sin Cost More

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 28, 2009

What a price we pay for fun.

GAS COST BUT SIN COST MORE Romans 6: 23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. 1. Hope is given in exchange for sin. There is no second name to be found under heaven among men whereby we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking Free From Generational Sins Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 10, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical concept of generational sin, provide examples from Scripture, and discuss how to break free from these patterns.

The Bible teaches that the consequences of our sins can affect not only ourselves but also our children and grandchildren. This phenomenon is often referred to as "generational sin" or "family sin patterns." In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical concept of generational ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:5-6

Pull Up & Pull Out Of Sin PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2025

The sermon encourages believers to let go of burdens and sins, trusting Jesus to strengthen and guide them as they faithfully persevere in their spiritual journey.

Some of us walked in today with a smile that hides a sigh. The week felt heavy. The heart feels hurried. The soul feels sticky with cares that cling like wet clothes in a storm. You’ve tried to push through, to power up, to pretend it’s fine. Yet there’s this whisper within: “There has to be a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Topics: Sin, Weight, Perseverance

Causes And Effects Of Sin And Its Remedy

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001

Causes and effects of sin and the means of communicating Christ across cultural barriers

Severe consequences of sin include: 1). Spiritual death - Because of sin, all unsaved men will someday be forever separated from God in the lake of fire. This is referred to the second death in Matt. 7:23, 25:41, Rev.2:11;20:6,14;21:8 2). Physical death - The Lord created the first man with the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Sin Entered In-4 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 23, 2011

4 of 7. Genesis chapter 3 precisely documented the original appearance of sin. What is significant about sin’s entrance? Sin entered in with....

WHEN SIN ENTERED IN-IV—Genesis 3:1-24 Attention: At breakfast one day, a wife eagerly waited for her husband to comment on her first attempt at homemade cinnamon rolls. After several minutes with no reaction, she asks, "If I baked these commercially, how much do you think I could get for one of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Deadly Sin Of Anger--Part One Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Mar 5, 2008

When wronged or hurt by someone we are often tempted to lash out in vicious anger seeking revenge.

The Deadly Sin of Anger --Matthew 5:21-26; Romans 12:14-21; Ephesians 4:31-5:2 Peter Johnson related this story in the April 14, 1988, issue of USA TODAY. “Have you ever noticed that sometimes we get angry and remain bitter with people and actually forget why we’re so upset? Take, for example, ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

What Does It Mean To Repent Of Sin? Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Apr 1, 2007

Sometimes in the church we throw around words and due to their constant use we forget what the meaning of the word actually is. One of the most misunderstood words we use is the word "repentance". What exactly does repentance mean and how important is r

What Does it Mean to Repent of Sin? Introduction: The word repentance is not a popular word in today’s society. It is not popular because if we call people to repentance then we are admitting that people are doing something wrong. People don’t like to be told that they are wrong or have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ