Sermons on Family Repentance:

The Rewards Of Repentance

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Sep 29, 2015

The sinner must repent before they receive salvation. Those who are saved must practice repentance if they are to enjoy unbroken fellowship with God. Repentance is both negative and positive – turning away from sin – turning to God.

THE REWARDS OF REPENTANCE Matthew 3:1-3 In those days John the Baptist came, preaching in the Desert of Judea 2 and saying, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near." 3 This is he who was spoken of through the prophet Isaiah: "A voice of one calling in the desert, 'Prepare the way for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Real Repentance

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 15, 2014

Repentance... How would you define it? It may be the case if I asked every person in this room to give me a definition of repentance, I may get quite a few different answers. This is a subject that I believe is greatly misunderstood in the religious world

Repentance... How would you define it? It may be the case if I asked every person in this room to give me a definition of repentance, I may get quite a few different answers. This is a subject that I believe is greatly misunderstood in the religious world, including amongst the Lord’s people. ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Types Of Repentance

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 24, 2020

There may be many reasons we tell God we are sorry for our sins. Our repentance before him can be a time of Discovery; Recovery; or Covering.

1. I have wondered how we will be after the Corona Virus has run its course. We’ve probably gotten more serious about God during this time – will we go back to our old normal or live a new normal? 2. Think of a husband and wife in a car, the wife tells her husband to turn right at the next junction ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Repentance Of The Gentiles Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 8, 2021

It is the beginning of the expansion of the Church and the Kingdom of God. God has elected nations have been confirmed by this passage. Read further for a better understanding of the Gospel work.

Acts 10:23-48 Repentance of the Gentiles 10:23-34 Peter and Cornelius meet each other 10:35-43 Peter Preaches the Gospel 10:36-48 Gentiles receive the Holy Spirit Acts 10:23-34 Peter and Cornelius meet each other It is the beginning of the expansion of the Church and the Kingdom of God. God has ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:23-48

Denomination: Methodist

The Road Of Repentance. Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

Change is the essence of repentance. It is to stop doing what you are doing that is not making you an effective Christ-pleasing Christian, and to start doing what does make you that kind of Christian.

For decades the American people have been lulled into complacency by hearing the Gallop Pole say that over 90% of Americans believe in God. This led to a false security that we were a godly nation. But now Gallop decided to get more specific, and he discovered that only 10% of Americans ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Repent And Do Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 19, 2020

Every one of us, at the end of every day, should ask the same question: are we the first son or daughter, who refused, or the second, who said “yes, sir,” but didn’t do?

26th Sunday in Course 2020 Anyone who has raised more than one child can empathize with the parent in this story from St. Matthew’s Gospel. In fact, it’s a little like the story of the Prodigal Son from St. Luke. Dad says to the first son, presumably the oldest, “Go work in the vineyard today.” He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-32, Ezekiel 18:25-28, Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

Repent And Be Converted Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 29, 2020

To repent and be converted for the believers' sins to be blotted out” is the same promise as: “to repent, and be baptized, in the name of Jesus Christ, for the remission of sins." True conversion is only possible through faith and obedience to God.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Repent and be converted Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss the theme: “Repent and be converted." This is the sixth lesson in the sermon series, "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be many others bearing this title. We are re-digging in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:19, Acts 2:38, Acts 22:16, Mark 4:10-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Chance For Repentance?

Contributed by Peter Fisher on Oct 4, 2020

The chief priests and Pharisees debate with Jesus. Why does He keep doing this?

Vineyards Both our readings this morning reference vineyards. They are common in Israel, everyone would know what a vineyard was and probably quite a bit about how they operate. They are increasingly common in this country too, probably due to global heating. So for once the scriptures might be ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 5:1-7, Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: Anglican

Confession And Repentance

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Oct 16, 2017

Understanding confessing and repentance - what they are and what they are not

Confession and Repentance ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: Before I begin, let me share that a good portion of what is contained herein was gleaned from an article by Brad Hambrick on October 15, 2017, entitled Manipulative Repentance: 8 Red Flag Phrases. The article was published online at: ChurchLeaders.com. I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Repentance In The Grave

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on May 27, 2024

"Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might, for in the realm of the dead, where you are going, there is neither working nor planning nor knowledge nor wisdom." Ecclesiastes 9:10

TEXT: Ecclesiastes 9:10 (NLT) "Whatever you do, do well. For when you go to the grave, there will be no work or planning or knowledge or wisdom." DEATH IS INEVITABLE Death is inevitable. Everyone born of a woman will die. There is no escaping it. Death is the end of life on earth ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:10, John 9:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Gift Of Repentance Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 29, 2024

Repentance is a powerful and necessary step in our spiritual journey, leading to a deeper sense of grace, mercy, and redemption.

Repentance is a transformative act that involves turning away from sin and embracing a new path. It requires genuine remorse for past wrongdoing and a commitment to change. Repentance is a hallmark of salvation, demonstrating a true embrace of a new lifestyle. As the core message of the kingdom of ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8, Revelation 2:5

A Time To Repent Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 6, 2021

Daniel took it on himself to intercede for the entire nation. He was just one person; yet the Lord heard his prayer. God will intervene on behalf of the few who fear His name and seek His face.

In our message today, we’re going to view Daniel’s prayer of repentance for the nation of Israel. Donald S. Whitney says of prayer, that God “expects us to pray just as a general expects to hear from his soldiers in the battle” and that “prayer is a walkie-talkie for warfare, not a domestic ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Repent And Turn Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 24, 2022

Conviction is not enough; we must repent and turn from our sins.

REPENT AND TURN Text: Acts 2:37-41 Introduction 1. Illustration: If there is no repentance, there can be no pardon. Some years ago, a murderer was sentenced to death. The murderer’s brother, to whom the State was deeply indebted for former services, asked the governor of the State for his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-41

Denomination: Methodist

True Repentance Series

Contributed by Dennis King on May 24, 2023

Is the phrase “Repent and turn from sin” Biblical? Hopefully, this lesson will clarify a few things.

Is the phrase “Repent and turn from sin” Biblical? Hopefully, this lesson will clarify a few things. Not only did Jesus Christ command us to go forth and make disciples of all nations, He also taught that Christians are to warn the people of other countries that they too must repent and turn to God ...read more

Scripture: John 3:17-18, Acts 3:19, Luke 13:3, Matthew 3:2, Mark 1:15, Acts 17:30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Consequences Of Repentance Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 13, 2023

John the Baptist's words about repentance draw a strong conviction from his hearers. They ask for practical instruction on how to move forward. What does John tell them?

THE CONSEQUENCES OF REPENTANCE: It’s striking that John’s answers are very practical. - Luke 3:10-14. - vv. 10, 12, 14 – Requests for practical answers. - The previous passage (and last week’s sermon) focused on the nature of repentance. Now these that were convicted by the message - Now we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:10-14

Denomination: Baptist