Sermons on Sinful Patterns:

How Faith Helps Us Overcome Sin

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 2, 2005

An explanation of the New Testament words for sin: harmatia, parabasis, paraptoma, anomia, and opheilema and means of overcoming them.

How Faith Helps Us Overcome Sin (I John 3:9,10) "No one born of God continues to deliberately, knowingly and habitually practices sin, for God’s nature abides in him. His principle of life, the divine sperm, remains permanently within him and he cannot practice sinning because he is born of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Avoiding The Traps Of Negative Conversation Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 24, 2007

Biblical examples of negative communication patterns to avoid.

TRAP #1: "Take my side without hearing both sides." "Then Haman said to King Xerxes, ’There is a certain group of people scattered among the other people in all the states of your kingdom. Their customs are different from those of all the other people, and they do not obey the king’s laws. It is ...read more

Scripture: Esther 3:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On A Paradigm For Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 14, 2024

A Paradigm is defined as a standard, perspective, pattern, or example.

Bob Proctor, a Canadian author once remarked: “Awareness is the key. We want to become aware, I believe, of our oneness with God, with infinite intelligence. The more aware we become, the more it’s reflected in our results. A lack of awareness is also reflected in our results.” Proverbs 1:5 reminds ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:2-5, Proverbs 18:2, Romans 1:32, 2 Peter 3:15-16

“four Things I Learned From My Father”

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jun 17, 2011

Father's are our pattern, provider, protector and priest.

“Four Things I Learned from my Father” June 19, 2011 Proverbs 4:1-6 1 “Listen, my sons, to a father’s instruction; pay attention and gain understanding. 2 I give you sound learning, so do not forsake my teaching. 3 For I too was a son to my father, still tender, and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:1-6

Denomination: Holiness

Hoarders

Contributed by M B on Jan 7, 2010

This sermon deals with sin. Idea came from the A&E tv show Hoarders.

TITLE: HOARDERS TEXT: ROMANS 12:1 & 2 INTRO: 1. We must realize that Christianity is primarily about the rescuing of our souls from sin and the restoration of right standing with God. 2. The plan of God is not to get us to walk down an aisle in a church to an altar and repeat a prayer, but ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prayer Under Pressure Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on May 11, 2003

3rd in the series "Patterns for Prayer." The way Stephen faced death for his testimony is an inspiration and a pattern for us when we face persecution.

In midwinter of A.D. 320 Emperor Licinius sent out an edict that to show their allegience all soldiers were to offer sacrifice to the pagan gods. Forty members of the famed Twelfth Legion of Rome’s imperial army serving in Sevaste, in present-day Turkey refused the emporer’s order. Their captain ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:51-60

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Finding Freedom From Your Strongholds Of Sin Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Feb 20, 2023

Based on 2 Cor. 10:1-6 - Challenges hearers to demolish the strongholds of sin in their lives.

“FINDING FREEDOM FROM YOUR STRONGHOLDS OF SIN” 2 Corinthians 10:1-6 FBCF – 2/19/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – Martin Luther wrote these triumphant words in 1527: “A mighty fortress is our God A bulwark never failing Our Helper He amid the flood Of mortal ills prevailing.” But most of us feel like ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Penecostal Refilling Series

Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Aug 9, 2006

The pattern that appears in the text indicates that there is a need for a refilling.

The Book of Acts Lesson #8 “A Pentecostal Re-filling” Acts 4:23-37 The pattern that appears in these verses as well as other places in Acts indicates that there is a need for a refilling of the Holy Spirit. This is very important in the life of a believer. Vs. 23 - Peter and John ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lord, Teach Us To Pray (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Mar 14, 2008

Jesus teaches us a pattern and a promise of prayer.

Let’s look at part 2 of what Jesus teaches us concerning prayer. 1. the PATTERN of prayer (Matthew 6:5-15) A. your ATTITUDE of prayer (vs. 5,6) B. your BEHAVIOR of prayer (vs. 7,8) C. your CONTENT of prayer (vs. 9 - 15) 2. the PROMISE of prayer (Matthew 7:7-12) A. God will HEAR OUR ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I've Got You Covered - God

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Aug 29, 2020

Today we will continue our study on the Tabernacle and we will talk specifically about the types and symbols of being covered by God.

INTRODUCTION Today we will continue our study on the Tabernacle and we will talk specifically about the types and symbols of being covered by God. The Roof Coverings Four layers were used to cover the wooden structure from the howling winds of the desert, the sudden rains, and the intense heat and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:7, John 10:9-10, Romans 10:14-15, Deuteronomy 29:5, Exodus 25:3-8, Galatians 3:13-14, Matthew 27:46, 2 Corinthians 8:9, Hebrews 2:9, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Isaiah 53:4-6, Romans 6:23, Isaiah 53:6, Galatians 6:14, Isaiah 53:2-6, Genesis 22:13, Exodus 26:14, John 10:17-18, Psalm 103:12, Leviticus 16:19-22, Exodus 26:7, Ezekiel 1:4-11, Revelation 4:8, 2 Corinthians 5:18-21, Colossians 3:1-3, Psalm 27:4-5, Isaiah 4:5-6, Ephesians 4:11, Leviticus 8:22-24, Exodus 26:36-37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Sin Shall Not Have Dominion Over You Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Dec 23, 2008

You are free from sin in Jesus Christ!

1. The power of sin seems so strong at times doesn’t it? • The tug, the pull, the pressure, the battle, the struggle! • It can get to the point where it seems & feels overwhelming. • BUT IN Jesus CHRIST, the power of sin has been broken. THROUGH CH6 of Romans, Paul has been giving us TOOLS/TRUTHS ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:12-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding Freedom From Your Secret Sin Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Feb 6, 2023

Based on Joshua 7 - Challenges hearers to identify & deal with any secret sin that is in their lives.

“FINDING FREEDOM FROM YOUR SECRET SIN” Joshua 7:1-26 FBCF – 2/5/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – Dan Hall, Livingston Fellowship, sermon – “Where Is My Lord?” – Great sermon about Mary at the tomb after resurrection – John 20:13 – “They have taken away my Lord & I don’t know where they have put Him.” 5 ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-26, Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Filter: Rose Colored Glasses.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 30, 2023

We often allow our thinking patterns, words and behavior to dictate our moods and emotions. We need an honest evaluation of our paradigms and patterns.

THE FILTER: ROSE COLORED GLASSES, WE NEED A PARADIGM SHIFT… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) I have several different pairs of glasses. I really focus on one pair. A rose colored pair of glasses makes everything appear rosy. Everything you see will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:25-28, Romans 12:2, Psalm 139:23-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The 7 Ways Jesus Suffered For Our Sin

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 11, 2023

Jesus suffered in every aspect of his body: from the crown of his head to the soles of his feet. His face was wounded, His back was beaten, His side and heart were pierced, and even His eyes were blinded with trickles of blood. The seven ways He suffered atoned for the sins of the world.

SEVEN WAYS JESUS SUFFERED FOR OUR SIN Isaiah 53:3-5 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR Why will all of the referees check their voicemail immediately after the Super Bowl? So they can hear someone say "no missed calls." B. TEXT 3 “He is despised and rejected by men, a Man of sorrows and acquainted ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:3-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Create Yourself Anew Series

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on May 20, 2011

The challenge we face in our therapeutic journey is to know when we need God to help us, to assist us, and to permit us to create ourselves anew.

Sunday, August 10, 2008 “Create yourself ANEW” Text: Psalm 51: 10 By now you should be familiar with the steps in our treatment plan: 12 steps in nine weeks: how to break your addiction to sin. Admit you are a sinner. God is greater than sin, give yourself to God, count the costs. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10

Denomination: Baptist