Sermons on Sin General:

A Merciful God Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 28, 2008

God doesn’t expect us to be perfect--God knows us better than that. God does encourage us, though, to acknowledge our sin, seek to turn away from our rebelliousness, and received God’s forgiveness.

Psalm 51:1-19 “A Merciful God” INTRODUCTION For decades, the church has focused on sin. Preachers appear to have taken delight in telling the members of their congregation how bad and sinful they were. The theme seemed to be, “If it felt good, then it had to be bad.” Congregational members ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Pergamos - The Compromising Church Series

Contributed by David Moore on Aug 29, 2008

To show how a church may subtlety compromise their witness in the world.

Pergamos - The Compromising Church Text: Revelation 2:12-17 Introduction: The city of Pergamos was situated 80 miles north of Smyrna twenty miles inland in what is now Western Turkey. In its day it was the capital of Mysia, a Roman province in the NW. of Asia Minor. Unlike the two previous cities ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From The Chaos Series

Contributed by Gina Krause on Jan 17, 2023

Today we are covering a narrative of all the kids that Jacob had. Jacob had 13 kids… with 4 women. Yes. You heard me correctly. 4 women. So we shall see how he ended up with 2 more women after listening to his 2 marriages last week.

:Genesis 29:31-30:24 Lessons from the chaos Today we are covering a narrative of all the kids that Jacob had. Jacob had 13 kids… with 4 women. Yes. You heard me correctly. 4 women. So we shall see how he ended up with 2 more wives after listening to his 2 marriages last week. The ...read more

The Wheel Of Justice Series

Contributed by Diana Tyler on Jul 23, 2023

The Jews defend themselves and Haman's punishment continues

In the month of Adar on the 13th day, the time for the king's command and decree was set to be executed. On that day, the enemies of the Jews were hoping to overpower them. Instead, the opposite happened with the Jews overpowering them. The Jews had gathered in their cities and laid their hands ...read more

Scripture: Esther 9:13-14

"What's So Periloous About The Perilous Generation?"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Apr 27, 2005

This message will surprise you. What makes living in the last generation so perilous? It is not so much because of "great persecution,: but more over because of the "great temptations!"

Title of the message: “The Perilous Generation” Introduction: What is to be so perilous about living in the perilous generation? What is it that this generation will have to overcome? I have read the Book of Revelations. I know of the horrors that will ensue following the rapture of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Real With God

Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Mar 21, 2002

We have to be honest with God, especially about sin.

Getting Real with God 1 John 1:8-2:6 Jeff Armbrester 8If we say we have no sin, we are only fooling ourselves and refusing to accept the truth. 9But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us and to cleanse us from every wrong. 10If we claim we have not sinned, we are ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Bronze Altar Of Burnt Offering Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Sep 5, 2001

Before approaching God, something must be done with sin.

I. Dimensions & Design A. 7.5 feet square; 4.5 feet high B. Acacia wood covered with bronze C. Horns at each corner D. Rings & poles along sides for carrying E. First article of furniture when entering the Tabernacle court II. Sacrifice & Symbolism A. Called “mizbeach’ ” – “slaughter ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 27:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessed Life - Pt. 1 - The Generous Life Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Feb 10, 2011

Fortune cookies, horseshoes, 4 leaf clovers, rabbit’s foot . . . Luck. Athletes would often rather be lucky than good.However, living a blessed life is even better than trying to live lucky.

The Blessed Life Part 1 – The Generous Life I. Introduction Fortune cookies, horseshoes, 4 leaf clovers, rabbit’s foot . . . Luck. Athletes would often rather be lucky than good. Crooners sing about it. Everyone wants to be lucky. Poor people use money they don’t have playing a game of luck in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Do We Reach The Next Generation

Contributed by Steven Pace on Jan 19, 2004

If you are struggling to reach the 20 something crowed and want to move you church forward. Then this sermon may help. Please read and review it.

How do we connect with the next Generation? Acts 16:1-9 Acts 2: 42-47; 1 Timothy 4:12-16; Philippians 2:20-22 Intro – If you are like me and grew up in the typical Southern Baptist Church with the typical model for growth then you learned. Worship, Evangelism, Missions, Preaching and Bible ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

Guideline #9: Give Generously Of God's Resources Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Nov 12, 2003

A healthy church is a giving church. God is the owner. We are just the stewards.

SERIES: “GOD-GIVEN GUIDELINES FOR GROWING A GREAT CHURCH” TEXT: 2 CORINTHIANS 9:1-15 TITLE: Guideline #9: “GIVE GENEROUSLY OF GOD’S RESOURCES” (Bulk of material from Bob Russel’s When God Builds A Church and a sermon on this text also by him) INTRODUCTION: A. Ten Reasons Why I Never ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Making Sure The Lord Is Around For Another Generation

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 22, 2001

Parents’ responsibility in passing the teaching about God on to their children.

Introduction: When God moves in a powerful and mighty way in your midst, that moment can feel like it will never go away. Perhaps you witness a loved one healed or watch the Lord miraculously take care of a financial need. But the Scriptures warn us that even the greatest miracles and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

I Save So I Can Be Generous Series

Contributed by T D on Dec 28, 2010

Stewardship

Series: Saving For Life I Save So I Can be Generous 1 Corinthians 16:1-2, Psalm 37:25-26, Luke 12:13-21 Within the Declaration of Independence of our country exists this phrase of what is the free right of every person, “Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” That last part of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Serve Gods Purpose In Your Own Generation Series

Contributed by Matthias Korsinek on Aug 18, 2002

The need for an Attitude of Visionary Faith in order to take hold of Gods inheritance

To serve Gods Purpose in your own Generation “For when David had served God`s purpose in his own Generation, he fell asleep … Acts 13:36 There are only 3 kind of people in the World: 1. Those, who do not know, what is happening in the World 2.Those, who know, what is happening in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:36, 1 Chronicles 12:32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Gracious God Gives Generous Gifts

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Aug 16, 2013

PENTECOST 11 -- Our gracious God gives generous gifts. God gives gifts of faith for the common good. God gives gifts of faith to glorify God.

OUR GRACIOUS GOD GIVES GENEROUS GIFTS (Outline) August 28, 2011 - Pentecost 11 - 1 CORINTHIANS 12:1-11 INTRO: Gifts and presents often provide happiness and joy for many people. Broad smiles and kind words reflect the thankfulness of receiving a gift. God’s spiritual gifts ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The General And The Poor Girl:a Story Of Healing

Contributed by Dee Dowdy on Sep 14, 2012

This sermon teaches us that we can be invloved in the "healing" of others.

Bernabé (José)--hijo de consolación un hermanos que siempre buscaba animar a los demás. Hch.. 4:36,37 36 Entonces José, quien por los apóstoles era llamado Bernabé (que significa hijo de consolación) y quien era levita, natural de Chipre, 37 como tenía un campo, lo vendió, trajo el dinero y lo ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-15

Denomination: United Methodist