Sermons on Mistakes:

Naomi: A Bitter Woman Constantly Desiring Better, Ended Up A Nourisher Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 18, 2023

We can list Naomi’s mistakes, but we remember how God used her in spite of them.

A. HOW NAOMI COMPROMISED 1. She compromised her spiritual priorities. a. Did not continue in difficulties. “A famine in the land” (Ruth 1:1). b. Enticed by the well-watered plains of Moab (1:1). c. Left the Promised Land. “Ephrathites of Bethlehem" (Judah 1:2). 2. She compromised her ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:20, Ruth 4:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Joshua Ordained (Numbers 27)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 3, 2024

What mistake did Moses, the humblest of all men make? Let's look at Numbers 27.

Though Moses was the humblest of men, he did make one arrogant mistake that removed his leadership? What were the qualifications of Moses’ replacement? How have we chosen our leaders? Let’s look at Numbers 27. Inheritance laws ensured that family land would remain within the tribe. A woman who ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Eli's Advice

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jun 14, 2025

Eli made some terrible mistakes in being a godly father so he gives us some advice.

I Samuel 2:22-36 Eli’s Advice 1. Eli would tells us in-order to be a good Father “put God First” • He did not put God first. He had other priorities. He had other concerns. • Now Eli, who was very old, heard about everything his sons were doing to all Israel and how they slept with the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:22-36

Denomination: Methodist

When Fathers Do The Right Thing

Contributed by Spencer Miller on Jun 5, 2013

What do you do when as a father you’ve made a terrible mistake and you don’t want to be irresponsible? This particular mistake bothers you so much and you just want to make things right. And the Lord does want you to do the right thing.

Jephthah the Gileadite was a mighty warrior. His father was Gilead; his mother was a prostitute. Gilead’s wife also bore him sons, and when they were grown up, they drove Jephthah away. “You are not going to get any inheritance in our family,” they said, “because you are the son of another woman.” ...read more

Scripture: Judges 11:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Sinner ... Saint ... Or Both?

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jun 7, 2018

Romans 6:22 tells us that we, as Christians, are set free from slavery to sin and that we become slaves to God. Should we identify ourselves as sinners or sons and daughters of God?

If you would, please stand as we say together our memory Scripture for this quarter: Romans 12:4-5 “Just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.” ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10, 1 John 2:1-2, 1 John 3:1-10

Denomination: Nazarene

Yo Jo Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 15, 2000

Joseph’s life demonstrates a person who was a great leader because he learned from his mistakes and was teachable.

Yo Joe! Thesis: Joseph’s life demonstrates a person who was a great leader because he learned from his mistakes and was teachable. He was also adaptable and persevering. His most noted leadership quality was he was forgiving. Key Text: Genesis 37:1-36 Introduction: Background on series on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Our Blunders To God's Best

Contributed by Dana Chau on Nov 5, 2002

Discover the five steps to moving from avoidable major mistakes in our lives to God’s best for our lives.

This morning, I want us to look at avoidable major mistakes. For instance, many spend a great deal of time training for our career but spend almost no time in developing their marriage and family. As a result, they have weak or strained relationships with family members. This mistake is major, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: *other

Sonic Whisper

Contributed by Dan Cale on Jul 9, 2004

This sermon looks at mistakes we make and hints we can find from Elijah’s experience in listening to God.

Sonic Whisper Learning to Listen to God I Kings 19:9-13 Have you ever been in a spot where God was hard to find? Where you just wanted answers but no answers seemed evident? Have you ever been in a spot where you just needed to hear from God? Well Elijah was in just such a predicament when we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-13

Denomination: *other

Why Did They Do That? (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Apr 23, 2001

Believers are different than unbelievers; we need to deal with our sins and not make excuses for our mistakes, sins, and omissions.

Wherefore God also gave them up to uncleanness through the lusts of their own hearts, to dishonour their own bodies between themselves... For this cause God gave them up unto vile affections: for even their women did change the natural use into that which is against nature... And even as they ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Baptist

From Being A Bad Witness To Good Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 23, 2009

What should we do when we make mistakes and can we become good witnesses for God again?

We have all done it! We have all done something not good; then we say to ourselves, “Wow, I was really a poor testimony for God with that one.” Did anyone get hurt? Did you do anything about it? You know, this is actually a good sign when you realize you have done something wrong for God. This ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Am Clay

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on May 2, 2020

This message is about recognizing our identity and understanding that we are not an accident; a freak of nature; or a mistake. We were created with purpose.

I Am Clay Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6; 19:11; Ephesians 2:10 The title of my message this morning is “I Am Clay.” Two Christmases ago Jackie, a family friend, gave me this coffee mug that a friend of hers made. This mug was crafted by the potter Melissa Streeter and has become my favorite mug. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6, Jeremiah 19:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

New Life Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 16, 2022

To fail forward means to learn from mistakes. Christians can fail forward by knowing that sin is no longer our master.

INTRODUCTION • Today, we will begin our new five-week series entitled Failing Forward[ Pursuing Spiritual Disciplines. • When we think about the phrase "SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES," what comes to mind? • We may think about prayer, meditation, scripture reading, and fasting, among other ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:12-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

After The Tears

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Feb 1, 2024

We all make mistakes, some bigger than others. But God has shown us what to do with them:

I don’t know anyone anywhere who hasn’t done something they were sorry for afterwards. What’s the most recent one for you? Maybe it’s something you said - thoughtless or angry words. Maybe it’s something you did - or something you didn’t do. Perhaps it was something that you fight against and keep ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:7-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Embracing New Beginnings SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 7, 2023

We've all made mistakes and poor choices. This sermon will guide you on how to embrace new beginnings in life.

HOW TO START FRESH: Preparing for the New Year Isaiah 43:18-19 (NIV) Do you desire a fresh start in your Christian life? Many of us have made mistakes and experienced setbacks and failures that have hindered us from fully enjoying the Christian life. But the good news is that God wants to give us ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19

Topics: New Year's Day, Life Change

Fulfilling God’s Plan For Your Life

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 27, 2025

Every person is created with a divine purpose. God does not make mistakes; He has a specific plan for each of us.

FULFILLING GOD’S PLAN FOR YOUR LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 29:11 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 19:21, Romans 8:28, Ephesians 2:10, Philippians 1:6 INTRODUCTION Every person is created with a divine purpose. God does not make mistakes; He has a specific plan for each of us. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God