The Danger of Sin
The Danger of Sin4
Beware of Leaven
By Phil Beach Jr.301:09:09EZK 9:4MAT 16:6JHN 1:29ROM 12:21CO 5:62CO 7:10TIT 2:12HEB 1:31PE 4:17REV 1:9Phil Beach Jr. warns against the spiritual dangers of leaven, emphasizing the need for vigilance in our hearts and homes. He highlights the importance of recognizing the leaven that corrupts our lives and the church, urging believers to seek a fresh vision of the unleavened Christ. The sermon calls for accountability and transparency in our relationships, especially within families, to combat the subtle infiltration of sin. Beach stresses that true revival comes from a deep encounter with the moral majesty of Jesus, which leads to genuine repentance and transformation. Ultimately, he encourages the congregation to run to Christ for healing and strength in these perilous times.
One Sin Never Goes Alone
By Thomas Brooks0GEN 4:81KI 12:281KI 21:25PRO 4:23MAT 26:14ROM 6:231CO 5:6GAL 5:9HEB 12:1JAS 1:14Thomas Brooks emphasizes that small sins often lead to greater sins, illustrating this with biblical examples such as Cain, Ahab, Jeroboam, and Judas. He warns that yielding to minor transgressions can predispose the heart to commit more serious offenses, creating a dangerous cycle of sin. Brooks stresses the importance of addressing even the smallest sins before they escalate into habits that can ultimately destroy the soul. The sermon serves as a call to vigilance against sin in all its forms, urging believers to cut off sin at its inception.
If This Cockatrice Be Not Crushed in the Egg!
By Thomas Brooks0PSA 51:10PRO 4:23MAT 5:29ROM 6:231CO 10:12GAL 5:9EPH 4:27HEB 12:1JAS 1:151JN 1:7Thomas Brooks emphasizes the grave danger of even the smallest sin, arguing that it holds more evil than the greatest afflictions or torments. He warns that if sin is not dealt with at its inception, it can grow and lead to irreparable harm to both body and soul. Brooks illustrates this with various analogies, showing how minor issues can lead to catastrophic consequences, much like a small leak can sink a great ship. He stresses the importance of recognizing and crushing sin before it manifests into deeper habits and actions. Ultimately, he calls for vigilance against sin, as it can lead to eternal separation from God.
Little Sins
By C.H. Spurgeon2.4K38:55GEN 19:20ISA 5:2DAN 6:10MAT 5:29C.H. Spurgeon, in his sermon 'Little Sins', emphasizes the deceptive nature of seemingly minor sins, arguing that they can lead to greater transgressions and ultimately spiritual ruin. He illustrates how even the most faithful individuals have recognized the danger of small sins, using biblical examples like Daniel and the Three Holy Children to show their commitment to righteousness. Spurgeon warns that little sins can multiply and create a barrier between believers and their relationship with God, urging listeners to take every sin seriously, regardless of its perceived size. He concludes by reminding the congregation that even the smallest sin can incur God's wrath and lead to eternal consequences, encouraging them to seek forgiveness through Christ. This powerful message serves as a call to vigilance against the subtle temptations of sin.