Sin’s Ruinous Rule, Genesis 4:8-16

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Sin’s Ruinous Rule (Genesis 4:8-16)

In this sermon, “Sin’s Ruinous Rule” (Genesis 4:8–16), the devastating effects of unrepentant sin are explored through the story of Cain and Abel. Pastor Ben Smith highlights three warning signs of sin’s growing destruction—its mastery over the heart, blindness to spiritual danger, and living under God’s judgment—and points listeners to the hope and freedom found in repentance and faith in Jesus Christ.

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Ben Smith is the pastor of Central Baptist Church, Waycross, GA.

Additional podcasts, books, and downloadable PDFs of Pastor Ben’s sermon outlines and manuscripts are available at http://bensmithsr.org.

You can find information about Central Baptist Church at cbcwaycross.org.

This sermon was originally preached on 11/9/2025.

Sin's Ruinous Rule, Genesis 4:8-16 Pulpit notes and outline handouts - PDF

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Ben Smith

Originally from Columbus, GA, pastor Ben Smith has served churches in Texas, South Carolina, and Georgia. Ben and his wife Dana make their home in Waycross, GA, where Ben has pastored Central Baptist Church since 2012.

Pastor Ben preaches each Sunday at Central Baptist. An audio podcast of his sermons is published weekly. Pastor Ben also hosts the podcast View From the Pulpit, dedicated to helping the church recover an understanding of expository preaching.

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