Sermons on Ransom For Sin:

The Sin That Wants God

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 10, 2025

Cain sought God’s favor without surrender, but Christ’s blood still speaks—calling every heart from self-made worship to obedient, Spirit-filled revival.

The Conflict at the Altar Every human being builds an altar. Some offer obedience; some offer opinion. Every life lifts something before God—work, worship, wealth, reputation—and waits for fire to fall. That is where the story of Cain and Abel begins: two brothers, two altars, two hearts, one ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:24, Genesis 4:6-7, Romans 12:1, 1 John 1:7, Psalm 51:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Whatever Happened To Sin?

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 16, 2025

John 8

WHATEVER HAPPENED TO SIN? (JOHN 8:1-11) A study by a research organization several years ago questioned more than 1,000 American adult respondents whether they believe in such a thing as “sin” and then asked them whether 30 different behaviors were sinful. Out the list of 30 behaviors, adultery was ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Saved From Sin Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

God is a relational God who saves us from the power of sin and is always with us, empowering us to live with courage.

Today, I've got a cool object lesson to help us understand it better. But first, let me ask you a question: Have you ever felt trapped or stuck in a bad habit or situation? Yeah, we all have. But guess what? God wants to help us break free from those things! I have a mousetrap here. Imagine this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Topics: Spiritual Strength, Moral Courage, Sin Redemption, Faithful Living

The Rescue From Sin Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Jesus came to save us from sin and death at just the right time, showing His love for us even while we were still sinners. His sacrifice brings peace and transforms us through our trials and suffering.

You know how we sometimes talk about the whole sin thing and how it's like this giant wall between us and God? Well, today we're going to dig into how Jesus is like the ultimate superhero, who came to smash that wall to pieces. Imagine you're stuck in a burning building, smoke everywhere, no way ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-8

Topics: Redemption, Divine Grace, Eternal Life, Faith In Christ

Overcome The Power Of Sin PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

While sin is a powerful force, through Jesus' sacrifice, we are given the strength to overcome it and are called to live a life above sin.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. I have been dwelling upon a piece of Scripture that speaks truly to the strength of the spiritual battle we all face. Francis Chan once said, "Lukewarm people don’t really want to be saved from their sin; they want only to be saved from the penalty of their sin." ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:29

Topics: Live Above Sin

Sin Slew Me PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 22, 2023

This sermon explores the severity of sin, the sufficiency of God's salvation, and the transformative power of sanctification in our lives. Key

Ladies and Gentlemen, brothers and sisters, it is a joy and privilege to gather with you all today, to collectively lift our hearts and minds to the Word of God. As we gather in this sacred space, we are reminded of the beautiful tapestry of life that God has woven for us, a tapestry that is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:7-25

Topics: Dead In Sin, Alive In Christ

Saved From Sin Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

The sermon explores the story of Mary and Joseph leading up to the birth of Christ, emphasizing the significance of the names Immanuel and Jesus, and how they reflect God's relational nature and His power to save us from sin.

Hello church! Today we’re going to look at a story from the gospel of Matthew about circumstances leading up to the birth of Christ. Unexpected events are unfolding in the lives of Mary and Joseph who were two very ordinary people. There was nothing spectacular about them. They weren’t famous, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Topics: Immanuel, Sin Salvation, God's Presence

The Rescue From Sin Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

The sermon emphasizes the grace and faith in Jesus Christ as our rescue from sin, acknowledging our inability to save ourselves and urging us to live in the truth of Christ's sacrifice for our sins.

Well I’m excited to be with you here today. Whether you are here physically or virtually, we are thankful you decided to tune in and worship with us as we continue in our sermon series on the book of Romans. Last week we began in Romans chapter 1 and talked about one of the main problems with sin; ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-8

Topics: Grace, Faith, Rescue From Sin

Sermon Series: Romans

Cross Purposes 3: Redemption Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Dec 13, 2019

Redemption is like purchasing a slave to free them. Jesus 1) made a personal investment, and 2) paid a price. We are free as we 1) recognize our worth, and 2) chooses to be slaves of God.

CROSS PURPOSES 5: REDEMPTION For the past 4 weeks, we have been asking, “Why did Jesus Christ, the Son of God, die on the cross for us?” We keep asking the same question, because the cross impacts our lives in so many ways, that we can’t exhaust them all: The cross shows the love of God. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36, Philippians 2:6-8, Leviticus 25:47-49, Mark 10:45, 1 Peter 1:18-19, Exodus 6:6-7, 1 Peter 2:16, Romans 6:16-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

You Were Bought With A Price

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 10, 2024

According to the Westminster Confession, the entire duty of man is to "Glorify God and enjoy Him forever. How do we do this? For the Second Sunday after the Epiphany

You Were Bought with a Price: A Sermon for the Second Sunday after the Epiphany 1 Corinthians 6:12–20 NKJV All things are lawful for me, but all things are not helpful. All things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any. Foods for the stomach and the stomach for foods, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Disposition For Position-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 8, 2014

2 of 2. Jesus characterized the disposition needed for holding position & power in Jesus’ disciples. But what is the proper disposition? Position & power in Jesus’ disciples is tied to our...

The DISPOSITION For POSITION-II—Mark 10:35-45 Attention: Outdoor Life "You're in incredibly fine condition," the doctor concluded after finishing a thorough physical. "How old did you say you were, sir?" "Seventy-eight." "Seventy-eight! Why, you have the health of a sixty-year-old. What's ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Reaching Out To Sinners

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Jun 29, 2002

God is longsuffering toward us...He has gone to great lengths to bring us to Himself.

God is Reaching Out to You Job 33:8-29 Intro: 2 Peter 3:9 1 Timothy 2:1-6 His love is universal His grace if universal His Gospel is universal. God is longsuffering toward us. Job 33 -God has gone to great lengths to get His message out to us. Vs 8 -Through His Son Hebrews 1: 1 ...read more

Scripture: Job 33:8-29, 2 Peter 3:9

Denomination: Baptist

Your Invisible Life Series

Contributed by Greg Lindsey on Mar 8, 2020

Jesus Came To Rescue You. He cares about more than what you have done. He cares about what has been done to, said to, and said about you. Not just forgiveness but healing, redemption and restoration is available too.

Deep inside there is something missing in all of this, we were all made for so much more and we know it. Okay, so what do we do with that? We are going to spend the next 6 or 7 weeks talking about that. But before we start that good morning and happy New Year to you. It is so good to have you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Israel's Sin And The Servant's Obedience

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 29, 2011

This study of Isaiah 50 compares the disobedience of Israel and the obedience of the humble servant who is the Lord's anointed one.

Isaiah 50: Israel’s sin and the Servant’s Obedience Intro: Isaiah 50 is the third “servant song” (the first two are Isaiah 42 and 49). This song shares some things in common with the previous chapter. There was an allusion to the disfigurement of the crucifixion when the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Putting To Death The Sins Of The Flesh

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 10, 2024

We have no reason to say that we are caught in sin, because we don’t have to. That’s what it says. We are under no obligation to agree with the sinful nature when it wants to do something bad. Instead, the Spirit makes us free.

We’ve been building a structure, and it’s based around what it means to be a follower of Jesus. We’ve talked about the fact that a Christian walks by faith, trusting in God and following God’s leading even when it seems odd or strange. We’ve talked about how a follower of Jesus seeks and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:15, Romans 8:9, Romans 8:13-14

Denomination: Salvation Army