Sermons on Sin Cycle:

The Sin Of Idolatry

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Aug 18, 2023

Many Christians today believe the Second Commandment is outdated and maybe even irrelevant for believers today. But if we take a closer look at the principle behind the commandment, we will find most of us engage in this sin more often than we think.

The Sin of Idolatry Last week, elder Jermaine preached the first sermon in our new series dedicated to the Ten Commandments. His sermon dealt with the First Commandment in which God makes it clear that we are to have no other gods before OR even besides Him; and today, we’re going to take a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4, Exodus 32:1-6, John 4:23-24, Romans 1:25-26

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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

Is It A Sin To Doubt? Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 22, 2023

Based on John 20:24-29 - Encourages hearers to recognize how doubt enters our lives & how to respond to it.

“IS IT A SIN TO DOUBT?” John 20:24-29 FBCF – 10/22/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – State nicknames: - MS – The Hospitality State - AL – The Heart of Dixie - TN – The Volunteer State - LA – The Pelican State - AR – The Natural State - FL – The Sunshine State - MO – The Show Me State o At an 1899 naval ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29, John 11:7-8, John 11:16, Matthew 11:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

Sin And Iniquity

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Feb 27, 2023

What is the difference between sin and iniquity?

What is the difference between sin and iniquity? Haven't we heard all this time that sin is sin? Indeed, we have. However, Jesus said in Matthew 7:21-23, "Not everyone that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sin Of Worry

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Mar 6, 2023

This sermon is tailor made by the word of God for every person here today. I'm going to say this several times today, worry is, in fact, practical atheism.

This sermon is tailor made by the word of God for every person here today. Stop worrying and start living. How many of you have a Ph.D. In worry? Worry is like a rocking chair. It'll give you something to do, but it will accomplish absolutely nothing. I'm going to say this several times ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sin Of Pride

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Mar 6, 2023

This sermon deals with the sometimes subtle but deadly sin of pride and how we may identify and conquer it.

The Lord has impressed me to deal with a subject today that is very difficult for me personally; and I expect it will be difficult for all of you as well. I say that because we’re going to take a close and honest look at what I believe to be the most wicked part of our human nature. And although ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:12-14, 1 John 2:15-17, Proverbs 16:18, James 4:4, Proverbs 6:15, Proverbs 16:5, Ezekiel 28:12-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Jesus On Sin Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 17, 2023

Jesus teaches us to avoid sin.

Jesus on Sin Jeffery Anselmi / General Jesus on_________ / Sin / Matthew 5:27–30 Jesus teaches us to avoid sin. INTRODUCTION • Sin, when you hear the word, what comes to your mind? • Do you think the concept is old and outdated? • Do you think it denotes anything that is fun? • Do you see the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Consequences Of Sin Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 20, 2023

The curse of Adam’s sin brings suffering to everyone.

The Consequences of Sin Genesis 3:16-19 Rev. Brian Bill March 18-19, 2023 When Keith Stonehouse received a flurry of orders from Grubhub, it didn’t take him long to realize what had happened. Stonehouse had allowed his six-year-old son Mason to play on his phone before bed. Mason rewarded his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Covering For Sin Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 28, 2023

God gives us a new name and a new nature when we receive His Son as our sacrificial substitute.

The Covering for Sin Genesis 3:20-21 Rev. Brian Bill March 25-26, 2023 An aptronym is a compound word consisting of the adjective “apt,” meaning aptitude, and the Greek word for “name.” An aptronym is when someone’s name and occupation line up perfectly, when what they’re called describes what ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

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

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

Is Sin A Test?

Contributed by Dennis King on Apr 20, 2022

Are the Ten Commandments merely guiding thoughts or God's hard and fast rules? At one point or another in our lives, we all may have given in to every one of the seven sins labeled as envy, gluttony, greed, lust, pride, sloth, and wrath.

Are the Ten Commandments merely guiding thoughts or God's hard and fast rules? At one point or another in our lives, we all may have given in to every one of the seven sins labeled as envy, gluttony, greed, lust, pride, sloth, and wrath. Had you ever been an abomination to God for having ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2, James 1:22-24, Psalm 112:7-8, James 1:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Distinguishing Sin Series

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Nov 21, 2022

After explaining the amazing power & quality of the Bible, he asks this question: Who can understand his errors?

Psalm 19 is a testimony to God’s two great witnesses of His existence and power: 1. Creation (v. 1-6) • Nearest Galaxy (e:2206). The distance from our galaxy to the nearest one is 1.5 million light-years (light travels at 297,600 km per second). 2. The Bible (v. 7-11) After explaining the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Conquering Sin Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 14, 2025

We can conquer the sin issue, overcoming sin that is setting at the door.

Title: Conquering Sin Theme: We can conquer the sin issue, overcoming sin that is setting at the door. Text: Genesis 4:3 - 7 Note: This message was preached at a special service. People were encouraged to invite the lost. Welcome, welcome. We are glad you are here. Around you, you will find ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:3-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Depression And Sin Series

Contributed by Don Campbell on Oct 23, 2025

This is the 4th sermon in the series THE ABCS OF WALKING IN THE WAY

DEPRESSION AND SIN PSALM 119:25-32 INTRODUCTION A. Theology’s contribution to depression: The health-and-wealth theology that many television evangelists hawk can be a great producer of depression. The pitch goes like this: God has promised his children everything their hearts can imagine. If you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:25-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ