Sermons on Outward Repentance:

True Repentance Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 15, 2022

“Come, let us return to the Lord.” (Hosea 6:1) Jesus went to the house of many tax collectors and sinners. The Pharisees saw this and asked why Jesus eats with tax collectors and sinners. In that context Jesus Quotes Hosea 6:6 (found in Matthew 9:13).

The story of the prodigal son gives us a great picture of repentance. The prodigal has messed up big time and ended up in a terrible situation, eating pig slop just to survive. That situation made him turn back to his father. But you don’t have to wind up on skid row to need repentance. A Christian ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 6:1-11, Hosea 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Repent Or Perish

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 18, 2022

What is Jesus’s teaching about “repent or perish” telling us? Is it not the same as saying choose life or choose death? Today we will talk about tragedy and repentance.

REPENT OR PERISH Text: Luke 13:1-9 Luke 13:1- 9 At that time, some people who were there told Jesus about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had mixed with their sacrifices.  (2)  He asked them, "Do you think that these Galileans were more sinful than all the other Galileans because ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: United Methodist

The Joy Of Repentance Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 6, 2022

Repentance is key to enjoying God’s forgiveness of sin. Understanding what the Bible says about repentance is the foundation for living out what God’s will for us.

The Joy of Repentance Grasping the Value of Repenting There is a passage of Scripture Jesus spoke to His disciples and in that Word of truth from God, there is a key Greek word of which we must grasp it’s meaning. Jesus said, “Then He opened their minds so they understand the Scriptures, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:45-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

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

Real Repentance

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Nov 7, 2021

Repentance means change. What was I doing before I repented? What kind of life was I leading before? And how will things be different now? That’s not a one-time question, but it’s asked day after day. What shall we do? We bear fruit, for the glory of the God who saved us.

It’s a great privilege, being a minister of God’s Word. Yet preaching is a difficult job. What makes it hard is not really the years of study beforehand. It’s not the many hours spent every week writing sermons. It’s not even getting over the fear of public speaking. Preaching is difficult because ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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

The Effect Of Repentance.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 10, 2023

Discovering the capacity of God to forgive.

THE EFFECT OF REPENTANCE. Jonah 3:1-5, Jonah 3:10 When Jonah at last arrived in Nineveh after his circuitous journey, his message was simple: “Yet forty days, and Nineveh shall be overthrown” (JONAH 3:4). People may laugh at messages of doom and gloom, but not the people of Nineveh. The ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-5, Jonah 3:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Babylon- The Repentant Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 27, 2022

This is the 9th Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Babylon".

Series: Biblical Cities- Babylon [#9] BABYLON- THE REPENTANT Psalm 137:1 Introduction: We are continuing in our study of Babylon. The city is the 2nd on the list of most mentions. Babylon is mentioned 286 times in the Bible. It means “the gate of god(s). Over the last few weeks, we have looked ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1, Daniel 4:4-37

Denomination: Baptist

Genuine Repentance Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 9, 2024

Study of the life of Joseph. Series is based on my own study of Scripture as well as reading various books and sermons on the topic over the years.

WHEN LIFE IS THE PITS: GENUINE REPENTANCE A. We are coming to the close of our study of the Life of Joseph titled: “WHEN LIFE IS THE PITS.” 1. Today we will see “GENUINE REPENTANCE” finally taking PLACE in the HEARTS of Joseph’s brothers. 2. Several months have passed from the time ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 44:1-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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

What Is Repentance?

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 3, 2024

We are only given a brief interval to repent, so we need to know what repentance is, who needs to repent, and when our chance to repent will expire.

WHAT IS REPENTANCE? Luke 3:1-3,7-9 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I heard about a man who smoked cigarettes. He began reading articles on cigarettes and became alarmed by the strong relationship between smoking and lung cancer. 2. He finally confided in a friend; “I’ve been reading so many ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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

Repent Or Perish

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 19, 2025

Now is the time to turn to God. Tomorrow is not promised, and delayed repentance can lead to eternal regret.

REPENT OR PERISH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 13:1-9 "I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish." – Luke 13:3 Supporting Texts: Ezekiel 18:30-32, Acts 17:30-31, 2 Peter 3:9, Matthew 3:8-10, Revelation 2:5 INTRODUCTION: Repentance is a central ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

No Repentance, No Revival Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 12, 2025

Without repentance, revival becomes theater—faith without surrender. True awakening begins when hearts trade control for the cross of Christ.

The Rubberneck Revival We’ve all done it—slowed down to stare at someone else’s wreck. Traffic crawls, brake lights flare, and curiosity pulls at us. We glance, we speculate, we shake our heads—and then we move on. That’s the spirit of this cultural moment. The world is rubbernecking religion. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14, Matthew 16:24, Psalm 51:17, Hosea 6:1-3, James 4:8-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist