Sermons on Sin Before The Law:

Sinful Sympathy Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 1, 2021

Chapter 4 shows us three approaches that Eliphaz took to Job, which he apparently thought would be helpful, but which are contrary to the true spirit of sympathy, and thus, must be classified as sinful sympathy, for they do more harm than good.

Tragedy so often leads to bitterness against God. Mark Twain had a daughter who died at the age of 21 because of diphtheria. His wife also died young. He became so angry and bitter that he lashed out at God with the very gift that made him famous, his pen. He wrote and imaginative tale about ...read more

The Verdict On Sin

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 2, 2012

If we hear the word sin, we think of sins plural. We think of our lists. What is on the sin list? Which list? Whose list?

LSD (Lysergic acid diethylamide) - Produces delusions of grandeur. - It gives a feeling of exaltation. - You can take a trip into a make-believe land - Students used LSD to expand their outlook on life - Thinking you can jump from a building and fly - Having an overpowering sense of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23

Denomination: Baptist

Consequences Of Sin

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on May 29, 2002

Pointing out the four major consequences of sin.

Sin is rebellion towards God. It comes in several forms: disobedience, accusation, ignoring God. Sin has many consequences. So often when people sin, they do not realize how that sin impacts on them and on God. This paper is an attempt to show, in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:4-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sin And Disobedience PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 27, 2025

God’s grace meets us in our brokenness, offering forgiveness and restoration through Christ, no matter how far we’ve fallen or how flawed we feel.

Some of us walked in today carrying a quiet ache. Maybe it’s a memory that won’t loosen its grip. Maybe it’s a habit that keeps hollering our name. Maybe it’s the nagging sense that we should be further along than we are. If that’s you, you’ve come to the right place. Not a museum for the perfect, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23

Topics: Sin, Disobedience

The Sin Of Gossip

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: A Christian does not talk about the private affairs of others.

Thesis: A Christian does not talk about the private affairs of others. Intro.: 1. Two weeks ago I preached a sermon entitled, "Taming the Tongue." a. I received a lot of feedback on it, even though it was general. b. Like to follow up that lesson with a much more practical one on gossip. 2. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:13

The Unforgivable Sin Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 18, 2016

In short, the unforgivable sin is attributing the mighty miracle working power of Jesus to Satan.

The Unforgivable Sin Mark 3:20-30 Rev. Brian Bill April 16-17, 2016 A couple weeks ago when the pastoral team was out for our Tuesday lunch, I jokingly told Pastor Tim that I thought I was going to take a sick day today because our preaching text is a tough one. When I asked him if he would cover ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-30

Denomination: Baptist

Is Smoking A Sin?

Contributed by Cooper Abrams Iii on Sep 24, 2001

Examining smoking in light of what the Bible teaches.

Is Smoking a Sin? 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 by Cooper Abrams *(All rights reserved) INTRO: I was raised in Eastern North Carolina in the Flue Cured Tobacco Belt and the home of all the large tobacco companies. I know a lot about tobacco. As a boy I worked in the summer in "putting in" tobacco ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Sin In The Camp Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 21, 2016

God's punishment upon Achan (and his family and possessions) seems severe...and it was, because sin is a serious matter. Sin is rebellion. Sin is covenant-breaking. Sin is choosing to go our way and reject God's way. And sin has consequences.

Hamlet famously complained that “Something is rotten in the state of Denmark.” Joshua found that something was rotten in Canaan, within his own people. After devoting himself to God, and after a miraculous victory at Jericho, Joshua's army suffered a defeat in Ai. Israel was enjoying ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-13

Denomination: Congregational

The Consequences Of Sin

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Jan 23, 2002

A lesson on the Consequences of our sins....

THE CONSEQUENCES OF SIN Part I Sin is rebellion towards God. It comes in several forms: disobedience, accusation, ignoring God. Sin has many consequences. So often when people sin, they do not realize how that sin ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:4-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sin Is Waiting

Contributed by Mark Beaird on May 6, 2003

In our text, sin is likened to, or compared to an enemy that is lying in wait ready to attack us. The implication is that if we are to escape the attack we must be on guard and always alert. The truth is that sin and enemy Satan are always there ready t

SIN IS WAITING © Copyright 1-99 by Mark Beaird Text: Genesis 4:7 (NIV) If you do what is right, will you not be accepted? But if you do not do what is right, sin is crouching at your door; it desires to have you, but you must master it.  Scores of people lost their lives. The world’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sin And Uncleanness

Contributed by Ron Macarthur on Jun 13, 2006

This sermon discusses sin and its origins as well as scripture that tells us how to fight agains it.

Jesus had just finished a discussion with the Pharisees and now turns to address the crowd. Mark 7:14 Again Jesus called the crowd to him and said, "Listen to me, everyone, and understand this. (15) Nothing outside a man can make him `unclean’ by going into him. Rather, it is what comes out of a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:14-23

Denomination: Baptist

Should A Christian Keep The Law? (Pt. 1) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 1, 2021

Many Christians are confused as to why Christians keep part of the Old Testament commandments but don't keep others. This series of two messages helps them find answers to their questions.

Today we will tackle the question: Should a Christian Keep the Law? The answer to that question significantly affects the way we live our Christian lives. If I read the Bible with a legalistic mindset, I will live under the bondage of the law—a perpetual effort to measure up and always coming ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-2, 2 Peter 2:12-22, Romans 2:28-29, 1 Corinthians 7:19, James 2:1-18, 1 John 5:2, Galatians 5:1-21, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, Romans 13:9, John 1:17, Luke 5:36-39, 1 Timothy 4:13-16, John 8:34, Jude 1:4, Hebrews 8:1-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Sin's Antagonists Series

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Sep 2, 2007

Struggle with sin? Here is the hope!

Sin’s Antagonists Heb 12:4-29 † In the Name of the Savior, Jesus † Antagonize Sin? The struggle – but it is what we believe? God’s gift of peace and righteousness is yours, in Christ Jesus! Hebrews, chapter 12, verse 4, In your struggle against sin you have not yet resisted to the point of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:4-29

Denomination: Lutheran

What Is Sin? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 14, 2024

This sermon explores the gravity of sin as rebellion against God, while highlighting God's relentless pursuit and provision of salvation for humanity.

Welcome, dear friends. It's always a joy to gather with you, in this sacred space where we connect with our Creator, and delve into the wisdom of His Word. We are here to seek understanding, to find comfort, and to be challenged. We are here to grow, to be transformed, and to be equipped for the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:3-9

Topics: Origin, Sin

The Original Sin Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 20, 2008

Man was created as a perfect sinless being by God. He was a reasoning being with the ability to understand & the responsibility to mature in god-likeness through a daily relationship with God. God’s intimate relationship with man made him a target.

GENESIS 3:1-8; 2:16-17 THE ORIGINAL SIN [Romans 5:12-19 & 1 Timothy 2:8-15] Man was created as a perfect sinless entity of God. He was created as a perfect spiritual, physical, intellectual, and moral being. He had no taint or tendency to sin but was righteous with a love ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist