Sin Episodes
Aug. 10, 2026
When Following Jesus Gets Hard
There are times when following Jesus is easy—when His promises comfort us, His blessings encourage us, and His presence gives us peace. But what happens when Jesus says something we don’t understand? What happens when His teaching challenges our beliefs, our priorities, or our way of life? In John 6:60–69, many of Jesus’ disciples reach a difficult crossroads. They hear His teaching and say, “This is an hard saying; who can hear it?” Some turn away and walk with Him no more. But Jesus turns to the twelve and asks, “Will ye also go away?” Peter’s response gives us one of the most powerful declarations of faith in Scripture: “Lord, to whom shall we go? thou hast the words of eternal life.” This episode looks at what happens when following Jesus becomes difficult—and why faith means continuing to follow Him even when we don’t understand everything He says. Sometimes the question isn’t whether Jesus’ teaching is difficult. The question is whether we trust the One who is tea…
Guest: Gerry Snyder
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Aug. 4, 2026
Confession Nothing to Hide
We all have things we would rather keep hidden\. Things we’ve said, done, thought, or allowed into our hearts that we would rather nobody else know about\. But Scripture reminds us that nothing is hidden from God\. Romans 3:23 tells us that **all have sinned**\. Psalm 90:8 reminds us that even our secret sins are before God\. Jeremiah 16:17 says that our ways are not hidden from Him\. So if God already knows everything, why does He call us to confess? Because confession isn’t about informing God\. **It’s about being honest with God\.** In this episode, we’ll look at what the Bible says about confession, the danger of covering our sins, the freedom that comes from acknowledging them, and the incredible promise of 1 John 1:9—that God is faithful and just to forgive us and cleanse us from all unrighteousness\.
Guest: Gerry Snyder
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March 10, 2026
When Temptation Knocks
Temptation is something every believer faces, but Scripture shows us two very different responses. In this episode, we look at the lives of Joseph and David—one who fled temptation and one who gave in to it. Joseph ran from sin and later found himself elevated to authority. David lingered in temptation and experienced painful consequences that rippled through his life. Through these powerful biblical accounts, we explore what temptation looks like, why lingering is dangerous, and how God calls us to respond. The Bible doesn’t just warn us about temptation—it tells us exactly what to do when it comes: flee. Join us as we examine how obedience, humility, and decisive action protect our hearts and keep us walking in righteousness. Scriptures: Genesis 39:1–12, Genesis 41:40, 2 Samuel 11:1–16, 2 Samuel 12:14, 2 Timothy 2:22
Guest: Gerry Snyder
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March 5, 2026
Grace is Not Permission
What does it really mean to be free from sin? Many people misunderstand grace, thinking freedom in Christ means sin no longer matters. But the Apostle Paul teaches the opposite—grace does not remove responsibility; it changes our master. In this episode, we explore Romans 6:14–23 and Romans 7:7, where Paul explains the contrast between slavery to sin and slavery to righteousness. Sin promises freedom but pays wages that lead to death. God, however, offers a gift—eternal life through Jesus Christ. We’ll also address the purpose of God’s law. Paul asks a powerful question: Is the law sin? His answer helps us understand that the law reveals sin, but Christ delivers us from its power. This episode will help listeners see the difference between earning death through sin and receiving life through grace, and how true freedom in Christ leads to a transformed life.
Guest: Gerry Snyder
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March 4, 2026
Shall We Continue in Sin that Grace May Abound
If grace covers sin, does that mean sin no longer matters? In Romans 6, the Apostle Paul confronts a dangerous misunderstanding: that grace gives us permission to continue in sin. Instead, he reveals a powerful truth — when we come to Christ, we are not just forgiven; we are transformed. In this episode, we unpack what it truly means to be dead to sin and alive unto God. This is not behavior modification. This is identity transformation. You are no longer a slave. You are no longer bound. You are no longer who you used to be. Grace does not excuse sin — it empowers freedom.
Guest: Gerry Snyder
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Feb. 5, 2026
The Moment That Defines Us
How do we respond when our sin is exposed? Do we hide, blame, deny, or humble ourselves before God? From Adam and Eve in the garden to David’s confession and Ahab’s deflection, Scripture shows that our response to conviction reveals the condition of our heart. In this episode, we explore the dangerous patterns of covering sin and the life-giving power of confession and repentance. God is not looking for perfection — He is looking for honesty and surrender.
Guest: Gerry Snyder
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Dec. 3, 2025
When Darkness Pretends to be Light
We live in a world today that is spiritually dark. The Gospel of Jesus Christ has been watered down, to where people can live comfortably in their sin, while the stay on the road to the devils Hell. Todays episode looks at the spirit of the Nicolaitans, something God states He hates. Don’t fall for this wrong and false teachings.
Guest: Gerry Snyder
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Dec. 1, 2025
Eternal God Sinful Man
In this episode, we study Psalm 90, the oldest Psalm, written by Moses. It’s a prayer, and we look at several key verses and discover that God is sovereign, man is sinful, we need to number our days and seek out the wisdom of God, and do the things God has called us to do, all the while pointing the way to Him. This is a hard look at concepts not taught much today.
Guest: Gerry Snyder
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Oct. 14, 2025
Covering Up or Coming Clean - Episode 2392
When we try to hide our sins, we only make things worse — but when we bring them into the light, we find freedom, forgiveness, and restoration through Christ. In this episode, we’ll look at the difference between concealing sin and confessing it, why honesty before God matters, and how confession leads to cleansing.
Guest: Gerry Snyder
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May 8, 2025
Episode 2308 - Be Not Faithless part 4
In order to build a rock solid faith in Jesus, you must first understand that you are a sinner in need of a Savior, and that Savior is Jesus. Confess your sins and believe in Him, and His sacrifice for your sins. That’s the only way to build your...
Guest: Gerry Snyder
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Feb. 20, 2024
Episode 2069 - Caught in Sin
John 82-12. In these verses, we see someone caught in sin. Caught in the very act of sin, then dragged to Jesus to see what should be done. Can you imagine if that was to happen to us today? Jesus challenged the accusers to look at their own sin...
Guest: Gerry Snyder
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July 4, 2023
Episode 1945 - What are you giving yourself to today
Selected verses from Romans 6. Each day, we make decisions on what we are going to follow, whether it be the old sin nature, or whether it be the things of God. What are you giving yourself to today?
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June 12, 2023
Episode 1932 - Create a clean heart in me
Psalm 51:10-13. When David was confronted with his sin with Bathsheba, he confessed his sin to God, and sought God’s forgiveness. That is what we need to do when we realize the sin in our lives.
May 12, 2023
Episode 1913 - try not to be like this man
Luke 18:18-24. Yesterday we talked about the importance of confessing our sins. Today, we will study about a man who thought he had no sins. Don’t be like this guy.