Sermons on Public Repentance:

Repent And Return To Me... A Message For Lent

Contributed by William Akehurst on Feb 27, 2023

GOD desires our full commitment to HIM. HE wants us for HIS OWN, HE wants…for our whole heart. HE calls out to us to “Return to ME with all your heart” Joel 2:12

2023.02.26. Sermon Notes. Repent and Return to ME. A message for LENT William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA. GOD desires our full commitment to HIM. HE wants us for HIS OWN, HE wants…for our whole heart. HE calls out to us to “Return to ME with all your heart” Joel 2:12 JESUS GAVE US THE MOST IMPORTANT ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:36-40, Galatians 4:6, Joel 2:12-13, James 4:5-10, Matthew 4:1-17, Deuteronomy 8:1-6, John 14:26, John 16:8-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Space To Repent (1 Kings 20)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 7, 2025

Does God give us space to repent? Let's look at 1 Kings 20.

Did God show mercy to Ahab in the hope of repentance? Does God also give us a chance to repent? Let’s look at 1 Kings 20. What did king Ben-Hadad of Aram do to Israel and king Ahab? Now Ben-Hadad the king of Syria [Aram] gathered all his forces together; thirty-two kings were with him, with ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Repent & Turn (Acts 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 11, 2025

What did Peter add to repentance?

Whose words contain the central message of Christianity? When we repent, from what and to whom do we turn? Let’s look at Acts 3. What miracle occurred as Peter and John met a beggar at the Temple? One afternoon, Peter and John were on their way to the Temple for the three o’clock prayer time. Now ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Repentance And Reconcilliation - Genesis 44-45

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 3, 2025

We begin to see repentance, change of heart in the lives of Joseph’s brothers. And that Repentance leads to Reconciliation.

2024.11.17.Sermon Notes. Genesis 44-45. Repentance and Reconciliation William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: We begin to see repentance, change of heart in the lives of Joseph’s brothers. And that Repentance leads to Reconciliation. Scriptures: Genesis 44:1-34, Hebrews 12:2, Genesis 45:1-28, Zechariah ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 44:1-34, Hebrews 12:2, Genesis 45:1-28, Zechariah 12:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is Not A Nationalist: Repentance For A Hijacked Gospel Series

Contributed by Wayne Golliday on Apr 1, 2025

We live in a time when many are confusing Christianity with nationalism. People wave Bibles in one hand and political flags in the other.

GOD Is Not a Nationalist: Repentance for a Hijacked Gospel Opening Prayer: Heavenly Father, We come before You today hungry for truth. Strip away every idol in our hearts—whether it’s nation, culture, or comfort. Show us the difference between Your eternal kingdom and the kingdoms of this world. ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36, Matthew 5:44

National Repentance (1 Samuel 7)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 1, 2025

Is Baal or Astarte the answer to our national woes or is national repentance needed? Let's look at 1 Samuel 7.

Is the party of Baal or the party of Astarte the answer to national woes or is national repentance the real answer? What happened when all Israel confessed their sins and repented? Are we willing to repent of worshipping false gods? Let’s look at 1 Samuel 7. Did the people repent of worshipping ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Repentance Not Excuses (2 Samuel 12)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 8, 2025

Is the mark of a real leader is repentance, not excuses? Let's begin in 2 Samuel 12.

Is a real leader someone who is ready and willing to repent like David? How many just make excuses like Saul? What about us? Let’s begin in 2 Samuel 12. How tactful was Nathan the prophet in addressing David’s gross sins? Then the Lord sent Nathan to David. And he came to him and said, “There ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Godly Jews Repent On The Day Of Pentecost!!! Series

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on May 25, 2025

Why did the "Godly Jews" repent on the Day of Pentecost!!!

_At that time there were *devout* Jews from every nation living in Jerusalem.- Acts 2:5_ After hearing Peter's sermon what brought *Godly* Jews virtually to their knees . _Hey...they were not Alcoholics, Womanisers or Drug Addicts , Thieves or Murderers._ But cut in their hearts, they ask ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:5

Denomination: *other

Coming Home: The Journey Of Repentance And Restoration

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Jan 12, 2026

Church, this is the very heart of the gospel! This is how God responds to genuine repentance. He doesn't just forgive us; He restores us. He doesn't just take us back; He celebrates our return.

Coming Home: The Journey of Repentance and Restoration Luk 15:11-24 Good morning, church family! As we begin this new year together, I want to ask you a question that might make you a little uncomfortable: Have you ever found yourself far from home? Not just physically, but spiritually? Have you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Methodist

A Repentant King (2 Chronicles 33)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 24, 2025

Can even the worst of us repent?

Can even the worst among us turn their lives around? Will we? Let’s begin in 2 Chronicles 33. How disgusting was Manasseh? Do we still engage in a form of child sacrifice? Manasseh was twelve years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem fifty-five years. He did evil in the eyes of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Fasting To Repent Day-Seven Devotional

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 27, 2026

Time of self-denial.

Every Jew was commanded to keep the Yom Kippur Fast which was the Day of Atonement Fast, “On the tenth day of the seventh month of each year, you must go without eating to show sorrow for your sins” (Lev. 16:29, CEV). What new modern versions call “go without eating,” other versions call it ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 16:29

Denomination: Baptist

Fasting To Repent Day-Seven Devotional Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 27, 2026

Fasting is not something to be enjoyed, but rather a time of self-denial,

Every Jew was commanded to keep the Yom Kippur Fast which was the Day of Atonement Fast, “On the tenth day of the seventh month of each year, you must go without eating to show sorrow for your sins” (Lev. 16:29, CEV). What new modern versions call “go without eating,” other versions call it ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 16:29, Psalm 19:13

Denomination: Baptist

The Kingdom Of Heaven – Part 2 Series

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 11, 2006

Jesus begins his public ministry, and if you’ve ever wondered what he preached as he started, here it is: "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near."

INTRO: Heaven. The great thing in this world is not so much where we stand as in what direction we are moving. To reach the port of heaven, we must sail sometimes with the wind and sometimes against it—but we must sail, and not drift, nor lie at anchor. –Oliver Wendell Holmes (Progress, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17, Luke 4:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Wake And Repent, But That's Not All

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 30, 2023

We have to be ready for Christ every moment of every day. It is our 24-7 responsibility as Christians.

First Sunday in Advent 2023 In many churches, the prescribed hymn for the first Sunday in Advent is “Wachet Auf,” which in English is usually rendered “Wake, awake, for night is flying, the watchmen on the heights are crying; awake, Jerusalem, at last. Midnight hears the welcome voices, and at ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 63:16-17, Isaiah 63:19, Isaiah 64:2-7, 1 Corinthians 1:3-9, Mark 13:33-37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Marks Of True Revival Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 21, 2026

True revival is evidenced by deep conviction, genuine repentance, transformed lives, and sustained obedience to God’s Word.

MARKS OF TRUE REVIVAL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:37-42 Key Verse: “Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, what shall we do?” — Acts 2:37 Supporting Texts: 2 Chronicles 7:14; Psalm 85:6; ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-42

Denomination: Assembly Of God