Sermons on Sins Of The Heart:

Genesis 29 Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Aug 6, 2009

Verse-by-verse

Two weeks ago we looked at Genesis 18 which highlights the relationship between God and Abraham. A relationship that the Scriptures describe as a friendship. That chapter was all about the righteous, the godly, and the friend of God. This week’s chapter stands in sharp contrast to the previous ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:1-38

Denomination: Baptist

Redeemed From What? Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Apr 3, 2018

We know what we were saved for, but do we realize what we were saved from. Most people do not see or understand the evil that grips them or see the need to be saved until God's light is shined on them.

On 23 May 1939, the brand new submarine USS Squalas was undergoing sea trials just off the coast of New Hampshire. When it went to make a routine dive that fateful morning, her main engine air induction valve failed, allowing water to gush into the aft compartments, drowning 26 men. Within ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Tripping Over The Big Obstacle

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 21, 2009

We struggle against sins (actions), sin (attitude), and evil (forces greater than ourselves). We must have Christ’s help to keep from falling. (Delivered by gradually stretching down the chancel steps).

Walking looks like the simplest thing in the world, unless and until. Walking is something we do without even thinking about it, unless and until. Unless you are a toddler, just learning to use your legs; then walking becomes a matter of holding on to the coffee table for dear life, taking two ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-28

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking Bad: Decisions

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Aug 25, 2015

Samson's is a tragic story of bad decisions and their consequences.

Walter White is the main character in the AMC series Breaking Bad. High school chemistry teacher turned drug king-pin of New Mexico. As the 5-season series begins, we learn that Walter has cancer, no money, not long to live and a pregnant wife. It’s easy to become sympathetic to ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:23-31

Denomination: Methodist

Fig Leaf Fashions

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Dec 8, 2011

A sermon about the futility of trying to cover our sins by human effort.

Fig Leaf Fashions Genesis 3:1-21 Scripture Reading (6-7) I. The Cause for the Fig Leaf Fashions v. 1-7a A. The serpent scheming Let's start with some background. Adam and Eve are living in the Garden of Eden, Paradise. In Chapter 2:16,17 God has given them a simple instruction. Whenever I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Faithful, Flawed And After God’s Heart - King David

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Mar 9, 2025

This message is about King David and how the low points in his life didn't define him, how through his faith in God, David was not encumbered by his past or his mistakes and rather could live his life for the glory of the God! His love for God despite his flaws, was beautiful.

Message – “Faithful, Flawed and After God’s Heart” Does anyone hear enjoy doing puzzles? What do you enjoy the most about doing puzzles? Here’s another question: Do you ever feel like figuring out your life is like trying to solve a large, thousand-piece puzzle that doesn’t have a picture on the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Drip, Drip, Drip Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Feb 8, 2009

Be an obstructionist when it comes to sin.

DRIP, DRIP, DRIP Revelation 2.12-17 S: Compromise C: Tolerance of sin Th: God Speaks to the Church Pr: BE AN OBSTRUCTIONIST WHEN IT COMES TO SIN. CV: “We will passionately pursue full devotion to Jesus Christ.” I. THE CORRESPONDENT II. THE CHURCH III. THE COMMENDATION IV. THE CONCERN V. THE ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Shrine Of Flesh

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Nov 24, 2011

The most difficult thing in life is for one to know oneself. It is true that the easiest person to deceive is oneself. And the worst fraud is to deceive oneself. But it is surprising to know that many people actively deceive themselves. Some know within t

A shrine is not a strange thing to an average person living in Africa because in many of the communities, there are shrines where people worship every time. God is in the business of disqualifying men and women when they do not meet His standard. This is because everyone has this personal shrine ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Create In Me A Clean Heart: A Serious Call To Sexual Purity

Contributed by Ray Pritchard on Jul 3, 2007

Purity is the personal decision to glorify God with your body, soul and spirit. So many times when we talk about purity, we put it in terms of dos and don’ts.

Create in Me a Clean Heart: A Serious Call to Sexual Purity I received an email from a young lady I have never met. She happens to live in a country on the other side of the world. Because she reads my weblog, she felt like she could write and share her heart with me. This is part of what she ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Father’s Day Message: "The Father’s Heart”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jun 15, 2025

Psalm 103 reveals a beautiful picture of our heavenly Father’s heart, and how it is a forgiving, healing, merciful, big, and understanding heart. It is a heart that is full of love for all ask for Him to be their Father through faith in His Son, Jesus Christ.

A Father’s Day Message: “The Father’s Heart” Psalm 103 Watch on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uFiMjTUt5DM Today we celebrate Father’s Day, a day that has set aside to celebrate Fatherhood. It was a day I was looking forward to after the birth of my daughter Danielle. ...read more

Scripture: Micah 7:18-19, Psalm 30:2-3, Romans 8:35-39, Isaiah 42:3, Isaiah 57:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

If We Say..... Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on May 7, 2012

Can you spell SIN? M-I-S-T-A-K-E? It is pretty easy because it has a huge I right in the middle. That is the essence of sin. The holy trinity of sin is me, myself and I. Sin is our major problem, sin is why Christ had to com

Tonight we are going to look at a passage of Scripture that reveals to us a special word that has become almost a secret in modern churches. A certain lady died stood at the Gates of Heaven. The gate keeper appeared and said, “Hello. We’ve been waiting for you.” And she said, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:8-9

Creation In Crisis--Act 2 Series

Contributed by David Heflin on May 17, 2011

This sermon focuses on creation's fall from God's very good creation. The sermon is both a theodicy as well as laying out the next phase of the biblical story.

Creation In Crisis Genesis 3—Act 2 3/10/11 3KCOC Introduction: The story descends. Last week we began a series about telling the story of the Bible in six acts. The first act is about a good God who created a good creation. Everything was as it should be. The Hebrews call it ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Faith-Filled Heart Produces A Fruit-Filled Life

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Dec 13, 2009

Christmas preparation begins in the heart and overflows into our life. Through John the Baptist’s preaching the Spirit prepares hearts to bear fruit for Jesus. Parts: A. Genuine fruit is rooted in Christ B. Authentic fruit connects to your place in life

Text: Luke 3:7-18 Theme: Your Faith-filled Heart Produces a Fruit-filled Life A. Genuine fruit is rooted in Christ B. Authentic fruit connects to your place in life. Season: Advent 3c Date: December 13, 2009 Web page: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Lutheran

The Dead Dog Syndrome - A Man After God's Own Heart Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 24, 2005

Shimei suffered from a spiritual illness that can plague even the most godly man or woman. He suffered from a "critical spirit." What can we do make sure we don’t fall prey to the same sickness in our lives?

OPEN: An older couple were on a trip across country and they stopped at a roadside restaurant for lunch. As they got up to leave, the woman forgot and left her glasses on the table. They were several miles down the road before she realized she didn’t have them and to make matters worse, her husband ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 16:5-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Following Jesus In The School Of Love: Discipleship, Mothering, And The Heart Of God Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 20, 2026

Some celebrate mothers, some miss mothers, some long to be mothers, and some carry wounds connected to family. Yet the beauty of the Gospel is this: God meets every person exactly where they are.

Following Jesus in the School of Love: Discipleship, Mothering, and the Heart of God Mothering Sunday Sermon Introduction — A Day of Celebration and Reflection Today we gather for an all-age Mothering Sunday service. For some, this day is filled with joy and gratitude. For others, it carries ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-27, John 13:34-35, Isaiah 66:13, Mark 3:33-35, Romans 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal