Sermons on Taking Sin Seriously:

Deny, Take Up, & Follow Series

Contributed by Robert Clark on Mar 16, 2003

What it means to deny ourselves, take up our Crosses and Follow our Lord Jesus Christ.

Mark 8:31-38 Jesus Predicts His Death 31He then began to teach them that the Son of Man must suffer many things and be rejected by the elders, chief priests and teachers of the law, and that he must be killed and after three days rise again. 32He spoke plainly about this, and Peter took him aside ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Methodist

It Takes Pressure To Make A Diamond Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 14, 2016

Pressure, Hope, Deliverance, Prayers

The Comfort Zone…Where We Are Really Uncomfortable It Takes Pressure to Make a Diamond 2 Corinthians 1:8-11 (p. 803) September 18, 2016 Introduction: When the Apostle Paul uses the words “We were under great pressure” it gets our attention…because he was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:8-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Whatever It Takes To Serve Others Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 26, 2006

Fifth of a six part series ecouraging believers to do whatever it takes in their walk with God. This sermon focuses on ministry.

Review: A “Whatever it Takes” Commitment: 1. Does not hold to convention 2. Is not hemmed in by circumstances 3. Does not heed convenience 4. Is not hampered by criticism 5. Does bring honor to Christ We’ve spent the last three weeks applying these five principles to: • Knowing God – ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37, Luke 10:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Complacency Vs. Taking Risks

Contributed by Paul Kaiwi on Oct 18, 2006

The church is complacent, but God has called us to step out of the comfort of the boat.

Aloha I Ke Akua Christian Fellowship Senior Pastor Paul A. Kaiwi, Jr. MD Sunday Morning Service 9:30 am June 9, 2006 Complacency vs. Taking The Risk Joke: Three psychiatric patients are eager to be released from the hospital, but the doctor ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church, Taking Care Of Business Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Nov 23, 2007

I preach expository messages, and this is the twelfth in my series on the Book of Acts.

“The Church, Taking Care of Business” Acts 6:1-7 July 29, 2007 Baptist stranded on a desert island is rescued after years by a helicopter pilot who notices three huts on the island. "What’s the first", he asked. "That’s my house", came the reply. "And the second?" "I’m Baptist, and that’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical Free

It Takes Faith (Part Twelve) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Oct 10, 2017

We've come to the end of our journey through the heroes of faith in Hebrews 11. As we finish out the chapter we will see in the beginning of Chapter 12 what the writer wants us to do as a result.

IT TAKES FAITH (part twelve) Hebrews 11:32-12:3 INTRODUCTION: We've come to the end of our journey through the heroes of faith in Hebrews 11. Hopefully in these last 3 months you've gained some insight and inspiration from looking at the examples of what these men and women accomplished by faith. ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Farfrumcheatin” (Confession)

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Aug 6, 2009

confessing our sins to God

When we have done something wrong it fester insides, gnawing away at our subconscious. It keeps us awake, makes us irritable, cross and quick tempered. It depresses us and grinds at self confidence. The guilt eats at us and we begin to get desperate to rid ourselves of it. So we hide it, ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Take A Stand For Truth's Sake Series

Contributed by Don Scotland on Jan 26, 2005

If we are going to be able to live Godly lives in a Godless world it begins with taking a stand for truth’s sake!

Text: Titus 1:1-4 Title:Take a Stand for Truth’s Sake! Introduction Today we’re beginning a new series in the book if Titus entitled, “Godly living in a Godless world.” It’s hard to imagine a culture less concerned about sin, or more enamored with material goods, individual rights, and ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Taking Time To Give Thanks Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 21, 2003

In Nehemiah 11, we come across a situation where the people are faced with a national referendum. They didn’t believe in “luck” or “chance.” They actually were so committed to the sovereignty of God that they knew God would direct the outcome of the lot

Taking Time to Give Thanks You made a good decision this morning to come to church because I have some inside information about the recent presidential election that you will not hear on CNN. With all the intrigue and controversy surrounding the final tally, coupled with the waiting that we’ve had ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Take Up Your Cross

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 7, 2019

Following Christ means following him to the cross.

There are basically two kinds of sermons on the Christian life. The first type of sermon views the Christian life as a kind of puzzle to be solved, with the message going something like this: Life is full of hardships, and frustrations, and obstacles. But if you do this one thing; if you ...read more

Scripture: John 12:23-33, Matthew 10:38-39, Luke 17:32-33, Mark 8:34-37

Denomination: Baptist

What It Really Takes To Worship Series

Contributed by Bob Hunter on Apr 9, 2002

The call of worship on our lives requires sacrifice. Like Joshua, we can build an altar. Fifth in series of messages on Joshua

“What it really takes to worship” Joshua Ch. 8 In Joshua Ch. 7 God gave Joshua a mission. The mission was to remove sin and disobedience from within the camp. He brought everyone forward tribe by tribe, family by family, until he discovered the cheat. Achan was found to be the culprit. He ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 8:1-35

Denomination: Holiness

God Provided Hope To Be Free From Sin Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jan 22, 2008

THE BEGINNINGS OF HOPE, part 2 – Take an honest look at the deadly consequences of sin. But we are also going to discover amidst this story of sin and death our God given hope to be set free from sin. ---Listen online and find PDF of my sermon notes at

• Genesis 3-4 NIV (selected verses) 6 When the woman saw that the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eye, and also desirable for gaining wisdom, she took some and ate it. She also gave some to her husband, who was with her, and he ate it. 7 Then the eyes of both of them were ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It Takes Faith (Part Eight) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Aug 14, 2017

Moses-the one who challenged Pharaoh and delivered the Israelites out of Egypt. The great leader of the nation of Israel in the desert wanderings. Although these are the things Moses is best known for, he exhibited faith before he became Israel's leader.

IT TAKES FAITH (part eight) Hebrews 11:23-26 Now we come to Moses-the one who challenged Pharaoh and delivered the Israelites out of Egypt. The great leader of the nation of Israel in the desert wanderings. Although these are the things Moses is best known for, there was much going on in the life ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:11-15, Hebrews 11:23-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Take Responsibility For Your Life Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 22, 2005

Look at the choices of three men with authority, who have the privilege of meeting Jesus face-to-face in His last week on earth. Learn from their mistakes, and take responsibility for our choices in life.

Mark 14:55-65, 15:1-15 Take Responsibility for Your Life God bless us with the freedom of choice. • We have in our hands the power of choosing what we want in life. Every choice has a consequence. By not choosing, that itself is a choice. • By not choosing, we are allowing life to go on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:55-65

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Taking Control Of Negative Thoughts Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 12, 2024

As Christians, we have the power to take control of our thoughts, replacing them with truth and positivity. In this sermon, we'll explore biblical strategies for managing negative thoughts.

Taking Control of Negative Thoughts Negative thoughts can be overwhelming, leading to anxiety, depression, and a distorted view of reality. As Christians, we have the power to take control of our thoughts, replacing them with truth and positivity. In this sermon, we'll explore biblical ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:23-24, Philippians 4:8, Isaiah 26:3