Sermons on Sin (Page 4)
Human Means for Divine Ends
When Abram and Sarai grow old (Genesis 16:1-18), they begin to think it’s time to take measures into their own hands. This move was culturally appropriate, but God had different plans for achieving his purposes. In the midst of this, God reveals Himself as “The God who sees” to the servant Hagar. What does it mean to wait on the Lord to accomplish His purposes as opposed to living out “God helps those who help themselves”? (Genesis 16:1-18) Sermon Outline…
Murder, Adultery & Theft
(Exodus 20:13-15; Matthew 5:21-30) SERMON OUTLINE “You shall not murder. You shall not commit adultery. You shall not steal.” (Exodus 20:13-15) From Murder to Valuing Life (Exodus 20:13; Matthew 5:21-26) What is murder? (Exodus 20:13) The anger of the heart (Matthew 5:21-26) From Adultery to Valuing Love (Exodus 20:14; Matthew 5:27-30) What is adultery? (Exodus 20:14) The desires of the heart (Matthew 5:27-30) From Theft to Valuing Others (Exodus 20:15; Matthew 6:19-21) What is theft? (Exodus 20:15) The treasure of…