Sunday, September 22, 2024 - Choose Your Hard: My Signature Sin

Series Title: "Choose Your Hard"

In this sermon, Pastor Matthew tackles the tough spiritual issues and sins we all face, with today's focus on our "signature sin"—the repetitive, deeply rooted sin we naturally fall into.

Key Truths:

1. We Naturally Sin: Sin is part of our nature, inherited at birth (Psalm 51:5). While our temptations vary, sin has always existed, and we aren't alone in our struggles (1 Corinthians 10:13).

2. We Have a Repetitive Sin: Paul acknowledges the ongoing struggle of doing what we know is wrong (Romans 7:18-20). This "besetting sin" is often rationalized or justified, making it harder to overcome (Hebrews 12:1).

3. Our Sin is Evil: Sin isn't just bad—it's evil. Left unchecked, it can destroy relationships, health, and even lives (Romans 6:23). We need to view it as something to be actively fought, not tolerated.

4. We Are in a War Against Sin: There's a constant battle between our sinful nature and our desire to do good. We're either fighting for freedom or being enslaved by sin (Ephesians 6:12).

5. Jesus is Our Only Hope: Freedom from sin comes through Jesus' sacrifice (2 Corinthians 5:21). Confession, not just profession, is key to breaking free (1 John 1:9). We must acknowledge and uproot sin through true repentance.

Conclusion: To rid ourselves of deep-rooted sin, we must confront and confess it to Jesus, who delivers us.