Sermons on Recognizing Our Sin:

A Perfect Heart

Contributed by J. Richard Lord, Jr. on Aug 16, 2001

Christian Perfection is possible!

A PERFECT HEART Matt. 5:43-48 INTRO: There is a bumper sticker that is popular among Christians. It says, “Christians are not perfect, just forgiven!” I believe I understand what that statement is trying to say, “We are Christians, God has forgiven us, but we are still going to make mistakes!” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Holiness

When God Gets Our Attention Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 15, 2012

A sense of dissatisfaction should lead us to find satisfaction in God alone.

When God Gets Our Attention Malachi 1:5-11 Rev. Brian Bill 1/15/12 On Monday I went out to PCS to pick up our daughter Megan after school. I arrived a bit early and was chatting with some other parents when all of a sudden I heard a mom scream and point to the floor. I looked and saw a huge ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Slaves Either Way...

Contributed by Carla Powell on Jul 20, 2002

St. Paul tells us we’re going to be slaves, but will we be slaves to sin or slaves to righteousness (draws heavily on some Martin Luther quotes).

As we approach Independence Day, I hear more and more conversations talking about what freedom means. In 1941, FDR identified four essential freedoms: freedom of speech, freedom of each individual to worship God in their own way, freedom from want, and freedom from fear. Today some people suggest ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:12-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Developing A Generous Spirit

Contributed by Joe Harding on Oct 28, 2003

REPENTANCE IS THE KEY TO THE WINDOWS OF HEAVEN.

DEVELOPING A GENEROUS SPIRIT: THE WINDOWS OF HEAVEN MALACHI 3: 6-18 OCTOBER 12, 2003 INTRODUCTION: A mother wanted to teach her daughter a moral lesson. She gave the little girl a quarter and a dollar for church "Put whichever one you want in the collection plate and keep the other for yourself," ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-18

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding The Root Problem

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 13, 2001

This past week we learned what people are capable of…and we know why. The ultimate enemy is sin. As we try to recover from the shock of the most horrific terrorist attack in history, there’s a crying, desperate need to make some sense of what’s happened

This past week we learned what people are capable of…and we know why. The ultimate enemy is sin. As we try to recover from the shock of the most horrific terrorist attack in history, there’s a crying, desperate need to make some sense of what’s happened. I want to emphasize that, while ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:6

Denomination: Congregational

Building A Doctrinal House

Contributed by Andy Flowers on Dec 10, 2007

Series in Romans

Text- Romans 1:18-32 Title- Building a Doctrinal House Romans 1:18-32 18 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men who suppress the truth in unrighteousness, 19 because that which is known about God is evident within them; for God made it ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Baptist

Saved By Grace

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Oct 9, 2006

This message talks about man’s fall and God’s plan of restoration for mankind.

What does the word grace really mean? "Grace" - "...good-will, loving-kindness, mercy ... kindness bestowed upon someone who does not deserve it…kindness of God to man. (Zondervan – Pictorial Bible Dictionary) God created Adam and Eve and placed them in the Garden of Eden. Both of them had a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian Church

What We Believe: Mankind (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Jun 13, 2003

Find out what you can do about your sin.

We’ve begun our message series on what we believe about mankind or the human race. Last week, we looked at God’s intention for mankind. We talked about what makes us valuable. We are valuable to God and to each other when we reflect the true image of God. We also talked about what enables us to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-20

Denomination: *other

Big Problems

Contributed by Doug Lyon on Jul 28, 2006

A little sin is a big problem.

Shiloh Bible Church 1 John 3:4-6 Big Problems Introduction A little matter can be a big problem. Take blood clots, for example. We don’t even like to hear the term—because they’re dangerous. A blood clot forms when blood cells and fibrin strands clump together. Now, most blood clots ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:4-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Empty Words From Empty Hearts

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Sep 6, 2005

How do we pray? Opening skit, showing that it is better to have no words in your heart than it is to have no heart in your words. Are we hot, cold, or lukewarm?

(THIS SERMON OPENS WITH THE FOLLOWING SKIT) Billie is standing at the pulpit, with her head bowed as she is praying. (This script is in front of her.) The pastor is in the back of the sanctuary, with a microphone. (He is the voice of God.) Billie: Our Father Who Art In Heaven. Pastor: ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-17

Denomination: *other

Ash Wednesday Sermon

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Mar 3, 2006

A look at the Seven Deadly Sins.

Seven Deadly Sins Delivered on March 1, 2006 Ash Wednesday By The Rev. Dr. W. Maynard Pittendreigh Senior Pastor Mpittendreigh@goodshepherdpc.org Daniel 9:3-5 So I turned to the Lord God and pleaded with him in prayer and petition, in fasting, and in sackcloth and ashes. I prayed to the LORD ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:3-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Enemies Of Christ / Citizens Of The Kingdom

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Mar 7, 2004

Lent 2: Paul warns the Philippian believers of a certain group of people he refers to as enemies of the Cross. In this warning, Paul refers to the destruction that awaits the enemies of Christ and the blessed Citizenship in heaven for the believer.

Beloved, I want you to know that there are forces that would call you away from Christ. The enemies of the Cross would like nothing better than to deceive people and lead them away Christ. Misery loves company – and so satan and his followers look to see how many can be deceived into becoming one ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Victory

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Dec 28, 2004

Jesus Christ we have been delivered from the dominion of sin.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: The strength for our conquering and our victory is drawn continually from Christ. The Bible teaches that whosoever is born of God does not practice sin. It is like the story of the little girl who said that when the devil came knocking with a temptation , she just sent ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessing Of Forgiveness

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 8, 2019

This message explores forgiveness as seen through David's eyes in Psalm 32 a song composed by David after the avalanche of sin associated with Bathseba.

“The Blessing of Forgiveness” An exploration of Psalm 32 Introduction The last time I was with you, we explored Paul’s string of specific blessings that should inspire us to bless Him every time we think about them. He called the believers who gathered in Ephesus to bless the Lord who blessed us ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Tongue Troubles

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 19, 2005

Far too often, the tongue gives Christians the most troubles in following Christ.

Tongue Troubles James 3:1-12 July 17, 2005 Morning Service Introduction Three preachers, from the same town but different churches, went out on a fishing trip together and as they got out into the middle of the lake they started to confess their sins to one another. The first preacher started ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Church Of God