Sermons on resisting sin: showing 661-675 of 148,049

What Is Sinful?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Aug 29, 2023

A question that I get from time to time: How do you determine what is sinful? Jesus' answer is it is sinful if it violates either of the Two Great Commandments

What is Sinful? John 15:18-16:4a Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 15:18 “If the world hates you, you know that it has hated Me before it hated you. 19 “If you were of the world, the world would love its own; but because you are not of the world, but I chose you out of the world, because of this ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

There Are No Advantages To Sin

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jul 27, 2021

The Scriptures are filled with illustrations of people who learned the hard way and oftentimes too late that sinful actions carry a high price and prove to be of no advantage to anyone. What, then, is your excuse?

The Bible has never been shy or unapologetic when it comes to exposing the sins, deceit, and wickedness of fallen humanity and our war against the righteousness and holiness of God. The Bible is open and blunt about the penalty for sin, but has also shown that the Lord God is not willing that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 53:3, Proverbs 20:9, Isaiah 53:6, Isaiah 64:6, Romans 1:18-32, Romans 3:23, 1 John 1:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Sin Obsequio

Contributed by Dr. John Singarayar on Aug 19, 2022

sin obsequio

sin obsequio Sagrada Escritura Lucas 14:1, Lucas 14:7-14   Reflexión Queridos hermanos y hermanas, Opción por los pobres, preferencia por los pobres y llegar a la periferia son los eslóganes buenos para los anuncios. No hace nada en el suelo. Hoy, Jesús, el Huésped ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1, Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Other

Entangled By Sin

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Sep 4, 2022

Have you ever tried to run holding onto something, like a stack of books or a bulky box or two? This is what comes to mind in Hebrews 12:1-2 where it says to get rid of the encumbrances and the sin which so easily entangles you and run the race with endurance, fixing your eyes on Jesus.

Entangled by Sin September 4, 2022 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Get your eyes off yourself and on to Jesus! Focus Passage: Hebrews 12:1-2 Introduction: Have you ever tried to run holding onto something, like a stack of books or a bulky box or ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Subject Of Sin Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Oct 11, 2022

Jesus promised this woman the living water of spiritual rebirth. But before she could receive the living water of spiritual rebirth the matter of sin had to be discussed.

Last time we got into the story of the Samaritan woman at the well in John 4: 1-14. We found that the woman was intrigued when Jesus asked her to give Him a drink. Jesus then offered this woman the Living Water. But we also said that there were some matters that she had to straighten out before ...read more

Scripture: John 4:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Sin? Series

Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 12, 2021

Does sin still matter? A USA Today article asked, “Is Sin Dead?” The Pope said the world is losing the notion of sin. We look at the nature of sin, the problems it brings, and the only real solution to it.

THE SUMMER OF SIN, PART 1 “WHAT IS SIN?” Jer. 2:2-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE ANSWER IS SIMPLER THAN YOU THINK 1. An engineer, a psychologist, and a theologian were hunting in the wilds of Northern Canada. They came across a isolated cabin, and decided to check it out. Inside was normal except ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 2:2-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Stain Of Sin

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Feb 22, 2022

Sin is like a stubborn stain. It is difficult to remove. Money and earthly sacrifices cannot remove sin. The stain of sin can only be washed off with the blood of Jesus.

TEXT: PSALMS 51:1, 14-17 (NLT). "Have mercy on me, O God, because of your unfailing love. Because of your great compassion, blot out the stain of my sins... Forgive me for shedding blood, O God who saves; then I will joyfully sing of your forgiveness. Unseal my lips, O Lord, that my mouth may ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-17, 2 Samuel 2:1-7, John 8:3-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sin No More Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on May 31, 2023

Sin is life without boundaries.

Sin No More June 4, 2023 1 John 3:4-9 NIV Everyone who sins breaks the law; in fact, sin is lawlessness. 5 But you know that he appeared so that he might take away our sins. And in him is no sin. 6 No one who lives in him keeps on sinning. No one who continues to sin has either seen him or known ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:4-9, Genesis 3:1-5, Romans 6:23, Hebrews 4:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sin And Forgiveness.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 15, 2023

Perhaps the original grievance was resolved, between one brother and another. The brother was ‘regained’ (Matthew 18:15): but what if he offends again?

SIN AND FORGIVENESS. Matthew 18:15-35. 1. Regaining the straying brother. Matthew 18:15-20. ‘The Son of man is come to save that which was lost,’ declared Jesus (Matthew 18:11). The Lord illustrated this with a story of a man who left his ninety-nine sheep to seek out just one lost sheep ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All Sinned Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 12, 2022

Paul refers to the rejection of the Jews because they had rejected Christ and the way of salvation available through Christ. Paul proves their guilt through their own scriptural references.

Romans 3:1-20 All Sinned and Fall short This passage teaches that humanity has completely failed to reach God. Paul introduces a dialogue between himself and a Jew, but in fact, it’s a monologue presentation. Paul refers to the rejection of the Jews because they had rejected Christ and the way ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

The Remedy For Sin

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 15, 2022

Everyone enjoys watching the “Bloopers” on television. That is, we enjoy watching the actors and actresses make all kinds of hilarious mistakes that we ordinarily would not see on TV.

Illus: But if you really want to look at some “Bloopers”, the best place to look for them is in the church bulletin or on church signs. These are all true messages put on church bulletins and church signs. • Don't let worry kill you--let the church help. • Remember in prayer the many who are ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Sins That Hinder

Contributed by Grant Adams on Mar 30, 2022

Selfishness is a dangerous sin that hinders the steps of every person.

Selfishness: the sin that bleeds the work of God. God makes no allowances for sin of any kind. He condemns it wherever it is found. In good men or bad, Judas or David, all sin, adultery or a evil look; stealing or covetousness; 1 Corinthians 6:9-12 Covetousness is selfishness. Selfishness is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2, 1 Corinthians 6:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Sin

Contributed by Grant Adams on Mar 30, 2022

God has not changed His mind about sin. God does not change the standard from generation to generation.

1. God has not changed His mind about sin. God does not change the standard from generation to generation. 2. Nor has God changed the punishment or the payment for sin. a. It is still the same. Death, James 1:15 b. Numbers 32:23, is still in effect. 3. In Genesis 34:1-31, tells the story of a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 34:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Be Killing Sin Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 5, 2022

There are at least four core commitments for Christian living. The first is to abide in the Word. The second is to pray your heart out. And the third is to be killing sin.

ARE YOU READY? HOW MANY TIMES, do you think, have you been asked that question? Back in 1965, The Impressions released their album, People Get Ready, with its title song of the same name. It immediately rose to number three on the charts. So powerful was the song that it became a classic of the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Unforgivable Sin

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jun 6, 2024

What did Jesus really mean when He said that to blaspheme the Holy Spirit was unforgivable?

JESUS HAS BEEN BUSY! HE IS ACTIVELY PURSUING HIS MISSION. AFTER HIS BAPTISM AND TESTING IN THE DESERT, JESUS IS CALLING HIS FIRST DISCIPLES, CURING DISEASES, HEALING PEOPLE OF SICKNESS AND EVEN DEMON POSSESSION. HE IS IN AND OUT OF THE SYNAGOGUE TEACHING AND AMAZING THE PEOPLE BECAUSE HIS WORDS ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-35, John 3:6, Deuteronomy 13:5, 1 John 3:8, 1 John 1:9, Isaiah 5:20, 2 Corinthians 6:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist