The Power & Effects of Sin

From the series: Unveiled: A Study in Revelation

Revelation 17 exposes the deception of worldly power and false hope, warning against idolizing temporary things. True wisdom comes from surrendering to Christ, the only lasting prize. While the world’s system ultimately leads to destruction, God’s kingdom endures. Believers are called to recognize deception, trust in His sovereignty, and live for eternity.

From the series: In the Beginning

When envy and jealousy start to take root, all kinds of trouble will follow. We see this in Genesis 31 through the turmoil that happens in the lives of Lavon, Jacob, and their families.

From the series: In the Beginning

If we let it, envy and jealousy has the power to destroy families and relationships. In Genesis 30, we see how envy causes all kinds of chaos and heartache in life of Jacob and his family.

From the series: In the Beginning

When people decide that they are entitled to do whatever their heart desires, you ultimately end up with sinfulness we see in Sodom and Gomorrah in Genesis 18 and 19.

From the series: In the Beginning

In Genesis 11, the prideful descendants of Noah built a tower to the heavens. This displeased God, and He scattered the people of Babel by confusing their language.

From the series: In the Beginning

In Genesis 5 and 6, we observe the increasing unfaithfulness of the generations following Adam and Eve. Their unfaithfulness ultimately leads to Noah and the flood, but through it all, we continue to see the faithfulness of God.

From the series: In the Beginning

In Genesis 4 we see how people's actions are a reflection of their heart. If their priorities are themselves, then they treat those around them as tools or property to be used for selfish purposes. But a heart surrendered to God will seek to honor God and bless the people around them; seeing them as created in God's image and deserving of kindness and respect.

From the series: In the Beginning

In Genesis 4, we see the outpouring of the human heart in the actions of Cain and Abel. In one we see a heart of adoration and thankfulness to God, and in the other we see a heart of jealousy, anger and malice, leading to the first murder. And what's up with the mark of Cain?

From the series: Summer in the Psalms: Vol 2

Can we always trust what our conscience tells us? What do we do with our guilt and shame? In Psalm 51, we hear the repentant heart cry of King David after he is confronted with his sin of adultery and murder.

From the series: Romans: More than Conquerors

In our human nature, we can respond to God by either becoming rebellious and saying no to the rules, or becoming religious and trying to follow all the rules. Fortunately, Jesus gives us a third option though grace in a relationship with Him.

From the series: Romans: More than Conquerors

We're going to talk about total depravity, which is an important subject, especially as it relates to our culture today.

From the series: Romans: More than Conquerors

The first few chapters of Romans is a fairly uncomfortable section of scripture. It's not intended to disturb you and just to leave you there, but it's going to build within us something great that Jesus wants to do.

From the series: Romans: More than Conquerors

In Romans 2, the Apostle Paul examines the risk of "moralism” and comparing ourselves to others. This can lead us to feel like we are superior to others or cause us to diminish others to feel better about ourselves. Instead, we need to recognize we are all in need of the saving grace of Jesus.

From the series: Romans: More than Conquerors

In Romans 1, the Apostle Paul examines what it looks like when our hearts reject God and choose to worship ourselves instead of the God, the Creator of the universe.

From the series: Light the Dark

In the concluding chapters of John, the apostle reflects on his close bond with Jesus, emphasizing the significance of the cross in shaping faith.

From the series: Light the Dark

In John 8, Jesus points out that we are slaves to sin, but we can all find freedom, truth and meaning in Him.

From the series: Light the Dark

John 8 recounts the story of the woman caught in adultery. The religious leaders were trying to trap Jesus in a legal argument, but He cuts right through it and gets to the core issue.

From the series: Pursuing God's Heart

When we fail, there are some common mistakes we make in trying to make ourselves right before God. But instead of running or turning away, we need to turn to Him.

From the series: Pursuing God's Heart

This week we are examining the sins of David with Ba thsheba in 2 Samuel 10-11 and how we can find hope even in our failings.

From the series: Pursuing God's Heart

This week we are going to be studying 1 Samuel 18. We'll learn how envy destroys the soul but that we can find freedom.

From the series: Pursuing God's Heart

We are looking at Samuel 15 and how the grace of God has changed us. We can let go of our failures and the things that want drag us down and destroy us.

From the series: Kingdom Come

We look at walking naked, talking serpents and other weird things from Genesis 3. We're continuing our series, Kingdom Come, on the big themes of the Bible.

From the series: Cultural Collision

Delves into the theme of pride as the central conflict in cultural collisions and personal relationships with God. Illustrates this through the stories of Kings Nebuchadnezzar and Belshazzar, emphasizing how pride led to their downfalls. It highlights the importance of humility and acknowledges the challenging nature of addressing pride, both in oneself and in teaching others.

From the series: Believe

Explores the theme of sin and its consequences, particularly the fall in the Garden of Eden. Discusses the nature of sin, its impact on humanity, and the separation it causes between humans and God. Also delves into the characteristics of Satan and the deception in the garden, emphasizing the importance of understanding the Bible's teachings on sin and redemption.

From the series: Family

In this sermon on family feuding, we emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for our own actions and desires in conflict and seeking God's will instead of our own. God's goal is to create unity and reconciliation in relationships, and that we must prioritize this over our own desires for the best outcome.

From the series: Joy in the Broken

Discusses how the grace of God operates amidst life's complexities and messes. Emphasizes that grace is present because our lives are inherently messy and broken, and God's grace is what brings transformation and redemption.

From the series: Be Bold

Discusses internal and external conflicts from a Christian perspective, emphasizing the spiritual battle within one's heart as the primary conflict. It highlights the struggle between fleshly desires and spiritual aspirations, underscoring the importance of aligning one's life with Christ's teachings to find true joy and peace.

From the series: Ephesians

Emphasizes the contrast between our sinful state and God's grace. Paul describes the severity of sin, stating we were dead in our transgressions and deserving of wrath. However, the pivotal "but" introduces God's mercy and love, explaining that through grace, we are saved and made alive with Christ. This transformation highlights the importance of recognizing sin to appreciate the profound impact of God's grace and salvation.

From the series: Believe

Discusses the consequences of sin, as illustrated in Genesis 3, where Adam and Eve's disobedience leads to the fall of humanity. It highlights how sin entered the world through deception, resulting in suffering, separation from God, and the curse that affects all of creation.

From the series: Building One Brick at a Time

Exploring the issues of sin, leadership, and the importance of repentance and restoration within the community. The message highlights Nehemiah's leadership as he confronted the internal issues plaguing the Israelites, particularly their exploitation of one another through excessive interest rates and enslavement.

All have sinned and fall short. A devotion on Romans 3:23 and the first step along the Roman Road, God's clear plan of salvation.

How can a good God order the destruction of the Canaanites? An honest, Scripture-based look at one of the Old Testament's hardest questions.

Being tempted is not the same as sinning. A grace-filled look at the guilt many of us feel and what the Bible actually says about temptation.