Sermons on Sin Revealed:

To Err Is Human Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Sep 25, 2012

Sermon #1 in a 4 part series of Truths we must believe. Extracted from Dr. Chris Thurman's book The Truths we must believe. Truth #1 is "To Err is Human." and contains information from Romans 7 and 8

Title: To Err is Human Series: Truths we must believe CHCC: August 5, 2012 Romans 7-8 INTRODUCTION: You may remember that last summer we preached a 4 sermon series about TRUTH based on a book by Dr. Chris Thurman. We focused on the lies we tell ourselves. We talked about SELF lies, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life Is Difficult Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Sep 25, 2012

Sermon #4 in the Truths we must believe series extracted from "Truths we must Believe" by Dr. Chris Thurman. Truth #4 is "Life is Difficult" and companion texts are John 16:33 and Gal. 6:7-8.

Title: Life is Difficult Series: TRUTHS We Must Believe #4 CHCC: August 26, 2012 John 16:33; Galatians 6:7-8 INTRODUCTION: In this series on TRUTHS we must believe, we’ve examined 3 truths so far: To err is human; You can’t please everyone; and last week Ronnie talked about the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Way We Walk

Contributed by Timothy Dolan on Sep 30, 2012

Being an imitator of God means that we must live a life of love and light. Verse 2 of Ephesians 5 describes living a life of love (imitation of Christ's love) and walking as a child of light (verse 8) another imitation. Word imitation means to mimic.

The Way You Walk Scripture Text: Ephesians 5 Introduction: -- Plato once said: “We can easily forgive a child who is afraid of the dark: the real tragedy of life is when men are afraid of the light.” Instead of trusting Christ, modern-day thinkers insist on using human wisdom alone ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Close The Loophole! Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 1, 2012

We should live such lives of integrity that we do not need to take oaths. Our speech should be real, true, and genuine.

1. In a Reader’s Digest survey of 2,624 readers in January 2004: • Switched price tags to get a lower price: 12% • Cheated on their tax return: 17% • Misstated facts on a resume/job application: 18% • Lied to their spouse about their relationship with another person: ...read more

Scripture: James 5:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Knows Who You Are

Contributed by John Quigley on Oct 13, 2012

Based in Hebrews 4:12-16 expository sermon on Christ as High Priest and our receiving mercy and grace by His actions on our behalf.

Heb 4:12-16 NKJV For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. (13) And there is no creature hidden from His sight, but all ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Rebel Without A Cause

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 14, 2012

A sermon about the dangers of rebellion.

“Rebel without a Cause!” 1 Samuel 15:23 For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, and stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry. Because thou hast rejected the word of the LORD, he hath also rejected thee from being king. Wikpedia - Rebel Without a Cause is a 1955 American drama ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:23

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer For Sinners Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jul 26, 2014

God heals us respectfully so, in the grace of Jesus so that we too know of a forgiving heart so that our hearts might heal too.

Prayer For Sinners by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (July 26, 2014) “And the Pharisees and scribes murmured, saying, This man receiveth sinners, and eateth with them” (St. Luke 15:2, King James Version [Jesus with sinners]). “Wherefore I say unto thee, Her sins, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:44-48

Denomination: Friends

Guilty! – But – Forgiven!

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Aug 5, 2014

This message uses the story of the woman taken in adultery to teach us that: (1) whether accuser or accused, we are all sinners, and that (2) all of us can find forgiveness in the grace of God through Jesus Christ.

2Early in the morning He came again to the temple. All the people came to Him and He sat down and began to teach them. 3The scribes and the Pharisees brought a woman who had been caught in adultery; and making her stand before all of them, 4they said to Him, “Teacher, this woman was caught ...read more

Scripture: John 8:2-11

Denomination: Baptist

Expert Restoration

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 7, 2014

Many a times we wonder if we can really be restored or is it just a great idea! Tomorrow as we delve into God's Word, we will see what God has already done to reconcile us to Him. The question remains how have we responded to His restoration for us?

Opening illustration: A woman who restores valuable paintings says many works of art that seem hopelessly damaged can be saved by an expert. Rebecca McLain has brought color and life back to dulled oil paintings by carefully removing dirt and discolored varnish. But she has also seen the damage ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Credit Line Of Righteousness Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014

The difference between when Jesus died and the death of every martyr or every hero who ever died is this: Those people died and they are still dead. The thing about Jesus Christ is he died, he was buried, and he came back after three days.

INTRODUCTION Back in December I read a list of things you will never hear a good ‘ole boy in Texas say like, “I thought Graceland was tacky.” You’ll never hear, “You can’t feed that to the dog,” or “That deer head takes away from the decor of this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Correcting Your “i” Problem Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014

After 22 years of being a believer knowing Jesus Christ, Paul was still a maturing Christian. He said, “I still have to deal with and confront sin.”

INTRODUCTION Beginning in verse 14 of Romans, chapter 7, I will talk to you about correcting your “I” problem. The big “I.” But before I start the message, I want to make an identification for you. I’ve been pastor here at Green Acres for a little over 7 ½ years and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Baptist

Winning Life’s Race

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Nov 3, 2014

A sermon on Hebrews 12:1-2 that examines the the metaphor of the Christian life as a race in a track and field event.

Winning Life’s Race Chuck Sligh November 2, 2014 TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Hebrews 12 INTRODUCTION Illus. – When I was in high school, I participated in track and field. When we’d arrive at a track meet, we’d begin by warming up with various stretching and ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Facts And Actions Of The Christian Life. Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014

Justification Sanctification and Glorification.

Most believers are frustrated, discouraged and defeated because we don’t know how live out Romans 6. Three “Phases” of Your Salvation: JUSTIFICATION—being set free from the penalty of sin. SANCTIFICATION—being set free from the power of sin. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Arrepentios O Moriréis

Contributed by Josue Martinez on Aug 16, 2010

¿Las tragedias y los problemas son por causa del pecado? ¿Quienes son los que deben arrepentirse? ¿Qué es el arrepentimiento?

ARREPENTIOS O MORIREIS Luc. 13:1-9 El gran predicador George wheatfield tenía una voz poderosísima, podía predicar a las multitudes sin usar micrófonos, un actor contemporáneo a él, envidiaba tanto su dicción y la potencia de su voz que una vez dijo: yo daría toda mi riqueza por tener la potencia ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Is It A Dream Or Reality Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 27, 2010

A study of chapter 5 verses 1 through 16

Song of Songs 5: 1- 16 Is It A Dream Or Reality 1 I have come to my garden, my sister, my spouse; I have gathered my myrrh with my spice; I have eaten my honeycomb with my honey; I have drunk my wine with my milk. 2 I sleep, but my heart is awake; It is the voice of my beloved! He knocks, ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 5:1-16

Denomination: Calvary Chapel