Sermons on Put Off Sin:

The Games People Play - Aggravation Series

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Feb 19, 2003

Using Board Games as a jumping off place we looked at our Christianity. This sermon deals with anger.

The Games People Play Aggravation INTRODUCTION: Anger is probably the most powerful emotion we feel. Mickey Mantle had a friend who would let him hunt on his ranch. One day, along with teammate Billy Martin they went to the ranch to hunt. Billy stayed in the car while Mickey checked with his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Did Jesus Say To Kurt Warner?

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 6, 2002

Jesus spoke to Kurt and Brenda and said, “Kurt and Brenda put your faith in me and you will discover that all things are possible with me as long as you put me first!”

What did Jesus say to Kurt Warner? Thesis: Jesus spoke to Kurt and Brenda and said, “Kurt and Brenda put your faith in me and you will discover that all things are possible with me as long as you put me first!” The Warner’s favorite Texts: Matthew 6:33 “But seek first his kingdom and his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33, Matthew 19:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Amazing Grace Series

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Jun 7, 2006

Now, when we sin and disobey God, we need not live in guilt and fear of being punished because even though it was the last thing we deserved, when Christ died on the cross, he died for everything we have done, are doing, and will do. His pierced hand offe

***Start off with movie clip*** As humorous as this movie clip is, as it depicts Jesus going around the crowd of people and telling them how they have sinned, it is also really sad. It’s sad because there are a lot of people, some sitting in this very room, that see Jesus and having a ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Simple Answer To Some Comples Questions Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Sep 7, 2003

"God is love" explains why God created us, why He puts up with our rebellion, why He continues to meet our needs, why He offers salvation from sin, and why He wants to save us eternally.

A Simple Answer to Some Complex Questions I John 4:7-21 INTRO.: There are many questions we face in this life. Some questions are downright dumb. Give examples. Little children start life asking questions. One of their favorite questions is "Why?" The questions we will discuss this morning are ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When The People Sin, And God Does Nothing (Joshua 7:1-24) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Dec 26, 2021

When God does nothing, the simplest things become impossible.

Last week, we read about the conquest of Jericho. I tried to raise all sorts of weird, unpleasant questions, because I think the story raises these questions. Why did Yahweh mark off Jericho as dedicated to himself? Why were the Israelites supposed to kherem the city-- devote every single ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-24, 1 Corinthians 10:1-22

When Scars Remain Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 31, 2022

David set in motion many troubles from his sin with Bathsheba. He is forgiven, but the consequences of sin play out. Not all problems are a result of sin and we don’t usually see such a one to one correlation between our past sin and our problems but it is explicitly clear in King David’s case.

Fairytales are so uplifting. Prince charming rescues the princes and of course they live happily ever after. A lot of traumatic things happened to the princes before prince charming rescued her. The fairytale ending whitewashes the harsh reality of the remaining scars. Everyone has struggles. Yes, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Mission Possible

Contributed by Jeremy James on Nov 21, 2004

Our calling should we choose to accept it... Played off the Mission Impossible theme.

I received a letter in the mail this week addressed to the congregation, and it came with instructions that I was not to open it until just before I began preaching. Well I guess its time to see what it says. Read Top Secret Letter—Ignite Letter—Start Mission Impossible theme song **the letter is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:15-20

Denomination: Methodist

Living In Christ Part 2: Bearing Fruit Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 11, 2008

We must put forth an effort towards becoming fruitful.

Living In Christ Part 2: Bearing Fruit Text: Eph. 4:25-32 Introduction 1. Illustration: There are no short cuts to maturity. It takes years for us to grow to adulthood, and it takes a full season for fruit to mature and ripen. The same is true for the fruit of the Spirit. The development of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Denomination: Methodist

To Be Meek Series

Contributed by Richard White on Sep 25, 2002

Not weak, not a doormat, but those who put others first.

To Be Meek! Matt 5:5 You ever met someone who is just that type of person who gets along with everyone. The type who you say, “if you can’t get along with him/her you can’t get along with anyone.” In my life I have met several like that matter of fact I married one. Another like that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Waiting Room: Refining Moments Series

Contributed by Chad Garrison on Jun 21, 2010

Part Three from a series of messages titled “The Waiting Room”: discovering what God reveals to us in these moments of waiting.

The Waiting Room “Refining Moments” We began a series titled the Waiting Room with the purpose of discovering what God reveals to us in these moments of waiting. Romans 8:28 (NIV) And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6-7

Denomination: Foursquare

For Jesus’ Love 11 Leadership Traits

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Aug 22, 2017

In leadership, the FACE OFF that requires nerves and stamina to stand before another person is notably not always the best strategy for the people at all times as we see with King David and King Saul however, God used FACE OFF against Jezebel.

FOR JESUS’ LOVE 11 Leadership Traits By Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (August 19, 2017) “So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs. ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Friends

The Book Of Galatians – Chapter 5:12-15 - Message 19 – Freedom Brings Extra Responsibility – How To Love One Another, And Christian Cannibalism Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 21, 2024

Salvation brings freedom, but is that freedom a licence to sin? Paul uses strong language against the false teachers. We look at serving one another in love and what that means, and finish with considering “Christian cannibalism”.

THE BOOK OF GALATIANS – CHAPTER 5:12-15 - MESSAGE 19 – FREEDOM BRINGS EXTRA RESPONSIBILITY – HOW TO LOVE ONE ANOTHER, AND CHRISTIAN CANNIBALISM Galatians is a powerful book. Perhaps in this letter Paul’s emotions and spirit are turned over more than in any other letter as he combats the false ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 13:4-9, Galatians 5:12, Galatians 5:13, Matthew 6:24, 1 Kings 18:21, 1 Corinthians 6:16-20, Ephesians 4:28, Ephesians 4:29, Galatians 5:14, Acts 17:10-11, Matthew 22:36-40, Matthew 19:19, Matthew 5:43-44, Luke 10:29, Galatians 5:15, 2 Kings 6:28-29, 1 Corinthians 10:23-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living Free

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jun 28, 2011

When God created us, he gave us freedom of choice. We can choose to believe in him or not. To sin or not. There is no gray area. To live in sin is to be a slave to sin. We are free to choose between two masters, but we are not free to manipulate the c

Opening illustration: Play the ‘Finding Freedom’ video A father was talking with his rather rebellious son one day & said, "Every person who lives in the United States is a privileged person." The boy answered, "I disagree." And the father replied, "That’s the privilege." We have the privilege to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:15-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seven Abominations Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 27, 2011

Man conceives of God as "one such as himself" who looks at sin with indifference. It is not so. God is not nearly so neutral as man is concerning sin. There are actually sins which God absolutely hates.

PROVERBS 6: (12-) 16-19 SEVEN ABOMINATIONS [Psalms 133] Man conceives of God as "one such as himself" (Ps. ) who looks at sin with indifference. It is not so. God is not nearly so neutral as man is concerning sin. There are actually sins which God absolutely hates. This familiar list of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

Spending Time With The Best Series

Contributed by Tim White on Feb 1, 2012

Spending time with the Father should create visible results in our personal lives and in our fellowship with one another.

Spending Time With the Best 1 John 1:5-10 In 1991, Ryan, our son, age 6 at the time, played Challenger Baseball, a modified version of the game for disabled children. At the end of the season, each child received an official Challenger baseball for his or her participation. We asked Ryan what he ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Baptist