Sermons on Striving Against Sin:

When Your Back's Against The Wall

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 9, 2021

If you have ever experienced situations where you back was against the wall and you had to take some action, this message will encourage you. All of us at some point will have our backs against a wall and it's good to know at that point Who has us.

When Your Back’s Against The Wall Scripture: Psalm 37:25; Second Chronicles 20:1-18 The title of my message this morning is “When Your Back’s Against the Wall.” This message was inspired by my brother, Rev. Barry Johnson, January teaching letter titled “God’s Instruction for Victory.” If you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:25, 2 Chronicles 20:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Any Kingdom Divided Against Itself Shall Not Stand.

Contributed by Bola Folakemi Praise on May 18, 2020

Ministers of the word, evangelists, and preachers are moving away from the mandate God gave to His children. “Go ye into the world and preach the gospel.

Jesus told the Pharisees that any kingdom divided against itself will be brought to desolation and any city or house divided against itself shall not stand." This scripture is affecting the body of Christ today, there is a saying that in unity we stand in divided we fall. Ministers of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:25

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Satan’s Warfare Against God’s Plan” Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Sep 8, 2022

Acts 12 has 4 major themes: All of human life in one chapter. Sovereignty of God, Spiritual warfare, Power of Prayer, & The Judgement of God. Opening quote from James Dobsen's book "When God Doesn't Make Sense"

In Jesus Holy Name September 11, 2022 Text: Acts 12:1,2,5 Redeemer Lutheran “Satan’s Warfare Against God’s Plan” Acts chapter 12 is all of life's experiences in one chapter. There are 4 possible sermons: The Sovereignty of God; Spiritual Warfare; Power of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-11, Acts 12:13-17, Revelation 12:17

Denomination: Lutheran

The Dangers Of Wicked Schemes Against God’s Children Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 21, 2026

Those who walk with God often face opposition ....

From the beginning of Scripture, one truth stands firm, those who walk with God often face opposition from those driven by fear, pride, or evil intent. Yet alongside every scheme, the Bible reveals something greater—God’s sovereignty, His justice, and His unwavering protection over His ...read more

Why Does Jesus Forgive Sins

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Oct 12, 2022

Mark 2:1-12

Why Does Jesus Forgive Sins? Mark 2:1-12 Good Morning, Matthew 1:20 behold, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream, saying, "Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take to you Mary your wife, for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Spirit. Matthew 1:21 And she will ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming Every Weaknesses

Contributed by Mofiya Amos on Jul 22, 2018

This message deals on how to overcome every human weaknesses that often times becomes channels for yielding into trials to sin against the Lord Almighty God.

Ministering: Evang. Murphy Amos. Topic: You can overcome every sinful weaknesses. Text: "But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you" Romans 8:11 ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

The Courage To Swim Against The Current - Jer. 38:1-13

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2002

The Courage to Swim Against the Current - Jer. 38:1-13

The Courage to Swim Against the Current - Jer. 38:1-13 Illustration:To avoid criticism, do nothing, say nothing, be nothing. Elbert Hubbard. Illustration: Where Am I Going? Pastor Rick - Crown Of Life Church From Zalomes Bridge to the World ============== It’s comforting to hear that even ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 38:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Tree Of Goodness Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 12, 2006

The Bible tells us that we should strive for goodness in our lives... but Jesus said no one was good except God. How can we be asked to do something that only God can accomplish?

Open with audience reciting the following verse: “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control...” Galatians 5:22-23a OPEN: A preacher once spoke of the fact that some of the people in his congregation had gotten in the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Can I Be Without Sin In This Life? Series

Contributed by Doug Henry on Dec 28, 2006

A look at two seemingly contradicting verse about sin in the life of a believer from 1 John.

Great Mysteries of the Faith Can I Be Without Sin in this Life? 1 John1:8; 1 John 3:6 A few years ago, I was watching a message on television be a relatively famous evangelist. In this message, the evangelist made a statement that stuck with me for quite awhile. He stated that it had been over ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming The Guilt & Shame Of Sexual Sin Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Feb 9, 2006

The pattern set forth by Jesus on overcoming guilt and shame.

Valentine’s Day is this week so today we’re going to cover some straight talk from the Bible on love and sex. The Bible talks about sex quite a bit because there’s certainly nothing wrong with talking about sex in the proper manner. With all the misinformation out there we need to talk about sex ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Sin, Suffering, Sickness And Our Savior Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 20, 2008

God redeems and will cure every disease, even death.

Introduction Over the last few weeks I have been rereading C. S. Lewis’ delightful Chronicles of Narnia series. I was struck by a scene in The Silver Chair in which the children’s faith is tested by an uncertain outcome. The children were given signs by which they could fulfill their mission in ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Lord’s Supper (Luke, Part 11) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 4, 2022

The communion, the covenant, the denial, the sifting, the charge, all of these things pointed to Jesus fulfilling His ultimate purpose (to die for us), and the focus of the disciples was still on earthly things. Will we see the lesson Jesus was teaching and apply it to our lives?

The Lord’s Supper (Luke, Part 11) Luke 22:1-38 Introduction / Recap - Last week, we discussed the teachings of Jesus surrounding His return - Bottom line: We DO NOT fear His return, but we can’t misunderstand it either -- We should know the signs behind His coming, and be ready to explain ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:1-38, Colossians 3:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living East Of Eden

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 24, 2019

This sermon shares with us 1. Things we should not do after we realize we have sinned against the LORD. 2. Things we should do when we realize we have sinned against the LORD.

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-24 (cf. v. 1-7); Psalm 51 Theme: Surviving Spiritual Explosions Title: Living East of Eden This sermon shares with us 1. Things we should not do after we realize we have sinned against the LORD. 2. Things we should do when we realize we have sinned against the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-24, Genesis 3:1-7

Denomination: Nazarene

Understanding His Holiness & Our Sinfulness Series

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Apr 27, 2010

1 John 1:5-10. Having fellowship with the Father means we walk in the light as he is in the light.

1 JOHN | FELLOWSHIP WITH GOD AND MEN FELLOWSHIP WITH GOD: UNDERSTANDING HIS HOLINESS & OUR SINFULNESS 1 JOHN 1:5-10 [INTRODUCTION] - There is something about famous people that causes us to act differently when we are around them than we normally act. Have you ever met someone who is famous, or ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

Misconceptions Regarding Temptation

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 17, 2012

Everbody is tempted. However, there are common misconceptions regarding temptation that Satan uses against us. This lesson exposes Satan's schemes regarding teptation. (Adapted from Charles Stanley's book: "Temptation.")

MISCONCEPTIONS REGARDING TEMPTATION 1/22/12 – Garfield A. The term TEMPTATION brings to mind different connotations for each of us. ILLUSTRATION: For some, the word CONJURES up a delicious HOT FUDGE SUNDAE with whipped cream and nuts dripping off the sides. (SORRY, I ZONED OUT FOR A ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ