Sermons on Sinner:

What The Sinner Saw That Made Him See The Savior

Contributed by Michael Martin on Mar 2, 2016

The dying thief rejoiced to SEE that fountain in his day; And there may I though vile as he, wash all my sins away.

(Luke 23:32-43) "The thieves also..." Matthew tells us that they BOTH railed on the Lord at first. At first, both thieves mocked and reviled the Lord. But, one of them saw something over the course of the next few hours... He saw something that changed his mind about who this man, being ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

Bringing A Sinner To Repentance - Luke 15:11-32 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 16, 2024

Our natural response to those in sin is to either be hostile toward them or ignore the sin to avoid an uncomfortable conversation. Both are unloving. God requires us to work at bringing the person to repentance, and this message is all about the various ways to accomplish that.

Luke 15:11 Jesus continued: "There was a man who had two sons. 12 The younger one said to his father, 'Father, give me my share of the estate.' So he divided his property between them. 13 "Not long after that, the younger son got together all he had, set off for a distant country ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Are Christians Still Sinners, Saved By Grace – Part 6 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 9, 2024

New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

Are Christians Still Sinners, Saved By Grace – Part 6 (Rev. Barry Johnson and Rev. Rodney Johnson) NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:13, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 7:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul's Two Contrasts Of The Sinner And The Saint

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 20, 2022

We often hear of serial killers, and when we do we cannot help but ask ourselves why would a person kill again and again.

To kill one time is bad enough, but some of the serial killers have killed 30 to 40 people. Illus: Every time they catch a serial killer they generally give them extensive psychological tests to try to find out what motivated them to do such things. As Christians, we know that man and animals ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

I Can Relate Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Dec 15, 2001

Peter gives guidelines for relationships with Saints, Sinners & the Savior.

I Can Relate Text: 1 Peter 3:8-22 Introduction I have different kinds of relationships with different people in my life--and that’s appropriate. Proposition: In the same way as Christians we should relate diferently to different people. Interrogative: This morning as we look at the last ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church Of The Hot Waffle

Contributed by John Roy on Jan 15, 2002

The church is to be the welcoming place for struggling sinners and stained saints.

The Church of the Hot Waffle Matthew 11:19 & Mark 2:15-17 The Waffle House is to restaurants what little league baseball is to the Major leagues. The Waffle House serves food and that is where it’s comparison with other restaurants stop. It features, waffles, of course, Bert’s Chili, Omelets, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10, Matthew 11:19

Denomination: *other

Don't Worry, Be Happy!

Contributed by Stephen Noel on Sep 12, 2001

A message on salvation for the sinner, but a challenge of deeper commitment to the Christian.

Don’t Worry, Be Happy! Wouldn’t it be nice if everyone walked in perfect peace, without worry, without stress, without lonliness? It can happen. Especially when we walk with the Lord. This message today is for both the sinner and for the Christian. At the close of this message, you will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-13, James 1:2-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The All-Inclusive Problem

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Mar 28, 2003

Dealing with the realization that we are all sinners in need of a Savior.

WE MAY BE PRONE TO THINK THAT THERE REALLY ISN’T ALL THAT MUCH DIRECT HARM IN MOST OF LIFE’S LITTLE MISDEMEANORS. UNFORTUNATELY IT’S QUITE THE OPPOSITE. WHY DOES IT ALWAYS SEEM TO BE THE LITTLE THINGS WE SCOFF AT AND BRUSH ASIDE THAT BECOME THE SEEDS THAT SOON SPROUT AND GROW INTO MAJOR ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-12

Denomination: Free Methodist

Stop Pretending

Contributed by David Azbell on Sep 2, 2004

Are we to sit and eat with sinners? Are we to seek the lost?

Matthew 9:9-13 9 And as Jesus passed forth from thence, he saw a man, named Matthew, sitting at the receipt of custom: and he saith unto him, Follow me. And he arose, and followed him. 10 And it came to pass, as Jesus sat at meat in the house, behold, many publicans and sinners came and sat down ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Saint Or Aint

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Aug 23, 2006

Are you a saint or a sinner? What is your true identity?

Your Identity Last week, new name, new identity, new character Illustrate – women take on name of husband (new name-new beginning) Daddy, who am I? - you are the my daughter…a member of the Jones family in a long line of Jones’. - Oh that’s good, because the TV said I was a cereal lover. Who ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

99 Sheep And A Pocket Full Of Pennies

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Sep 17, 2007

God throws a party in heaven when a sinner repents.

99 Sheep and a Pocket Full of Pennies Luke 15:1-10 September 16, 2007 I love John Wayne movies. Last year Toni gave me a set of DVDs for Christmas that included “Flying Tigers,” “The Sands of Iwo Jima,” “The Fighting Kentuckian,” “In Old California,” and “North to Alaska.” I also have “The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Set Free

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jul 27, 2008

We are sinners set free by the grace of Almighty God.

Text: “But now that you have been set free from sin and have become slaves to God, the benefit you reap leads to holiness, and the result is eternal life” (Romans 6:22). Story: “Bag of Candy” A young boy was arrested and brought before the judge for taking a bag of candy from the shelf of a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-17

Denomination: Christian Church

Simeon's Song Series

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Dec 29, 2008

Christmas reminds us that God remembered to save sinners.

Title: Simeon’s Song Text: Luke 2:25-35 Truth: Christmas reminds us that God remembered to save sinners. Aim: I want them to understand and receive God’s salvation. Life? What kind of salvation did God provide sinners? INTRODUCTION There is something comforting about the many lives in Scripture ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-35

Denomination: Baptist

6 Steps To Salvation

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Mar 6, 2008

easy to follow plan of salvation with a sinners prayer at the end

Intro: the other day I came across a simple tract with 6 steps to accepting Jesus Christ as your Savior. It is so clear in it’s presentation that I wanted it included with my sermons on sermon central. 1. Acknowledge--For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God. Romans 3:23 You must ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Hope Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Jan 16, 2015

This baby matters because He is the hope of salvation to sinners.

Series: Why This Baby Matters Title: The Hope of Christmas (adapted from a Stott outline) Text: 1 Timothy 1:15 Truth: This baby matters because He is the hope of salvation to sinners. Aim: To clarify the message of Christmas. INTRODUCTION Maybe you have heard of Liu Bolin. He is referred to as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:15

Denomination: Baptist