Sermons on Relenting:

Jonah: The Preaching Prophet Series

Contributed by David Nolte on Oct 24, 2018

Unwillingly, Jonah preaches to Nineveh

“Jonah: The Preaching Prophet” Jonah 3:1-10 David P. Nolte Can you envision Jonah after being tossed into the sea, swallowed by a huge fish, imprisoned in the Haddock Hoosegow for three days and nights? Can you fathom how he must have stunk after being barfed up onto the beach? Can you ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Greatest Conversion In History

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jul 19, 2021

We can make a case for Nineveh's conversion being the greatest conversion in history. But whether it was or not, Jesus was clearly impressed. It shows us what genuine repentance looks like.

When I was a child people would sometimes give me a book called ‘the Guinness Book of Records’ as a Christmas present. I guess many of us have come across it. I remember as a kid browsing through the records. You can now find most of the records online and it’s now called simply ‘Guinness World ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Listening And Obeying

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 15, 2011

Listening to God leads us to a place of obedience in Him and allows us to draw closer to Him if we obey. (Ref: Psalm 85:1-13)

Listening and Obeying Psalm 85 I. What has God Done (v1-3) - In the face of wickedness God still loves us - v2: Selah (Pause/think about it) - Forgave iniquity .... how? Jesus! - Wrath has been delayed because of His love for us (John 3:16-17) - God's love is without end because: - He loves ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Two Loves

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 18, 2006

Moses was a man of two loves - a love for God and a love for His people. It seemed to be two incompatible loves, but they are actually one. His prayers expressed the very heart of God - one of compassion and mercy.

Moses was away for too long – 40 days on Mount Sinai • The people couldn’t wait any longer, and so they decided to make themselves a new god – a golden calf • Even before Moses step down from the mountain, the Lord told him what was happening at the foot of the mount. Having been delivered from ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:7-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Let It Out Part 4: Living Together Series

Contributed by Rev. Saeed Richardson on Sep 9, 2007

The Israelites are pretty high off of the Exodus. They have seen the miraculous work of God in freeing them from the Egyptians. Things are going incredibly well. I think of Moses in the Prince of Egypt as he is coming down from the mountain ...

This sermon can be listened to online by visiting: http://www.cayafellowship.com/2007/08/19/let-it-out-part-4-living-together-things-can-happen/ The story so far ... The Israelites are pretty high off of the Exodus. They have seen the miraculous work of God in freeing them from the Egyptians. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Joel - Rend Your Heart Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 4, 2013

Realisation leads to Repentance, and that leads to Restoration. In realisation, we need fresh revelations of God. In repentance, we need to see the good purposes of God. In restoration, we seek to return to God.

[Read Joel 2:11b-14] `Even now,` declares the LORD, `return to me with all your heart, with fasting and weeping and mourning.` 13Rend your heart and not your garments. Return to the LORD your God, for he is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in love, and he relents from ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:11-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Amos - 7 Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Aug 4, 2010

The visions of Amos - God’s Warnings - Locusts, Fire, A Plumb Line, and Ripe Fruit

Dakota Community Church May 23, 2010 Amos 7 As we wrap up the final three chapters of the book of Amos (Which in all honesty could take several weeks) we will be looking at some important recurring scriptural themes. These will include: • God’s warnings of impending judgment – the visions of ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:1-9

Denomination: Mennonite

Amos - The Country Prophet (7:1-9:15) Part 3 Of 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Oct 26, 2009

In this third and final lesson on Amos, we will... a. Focus our attention on the last three chapters which contain... 1) Five "Visions" of Amos 2) An "interlude" in which Amos defends his prophetic role 3) A closing glimpse of a b

"STUDIES IN THE MINOR PROPHETS" Amos - The Country Prophet (7:1-9:15) INTRODUCTION 1. In the first two studies on the book of Amos, we briefly surveyed... a. The "Oracles" of Amos, concerning sin and judgment of eight nations (ch. 1-2) b. The "Sermons" of Amos, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Headline News

Contributed by Joe Burke on Jan 16, 2007

Repent before it is too late.

HEADLINE NEWS! "Whatever the LORD wishes he does in heaven and on earth, in the seas and in all the deeps. He raises storm clouds from the end of the earth, makes lightning and rain, brings forth wind from the storehouse" Ps 135: 6-7 God alone controls the weather and He speaks through natural ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 135:6-7

Denomination: Catholic

The Discipline Of Fasting

Contributed by Ian Hyde on Feb 23, 2020

Ezra the scribe knew his people needed to prepare their hearts for the difficult and dangerous journey ahead. In this sermon we look at why we as the church are called to fast and pray together, especially during the season of Lent.

A FAMILY ON THE MOVE For our family, there is rarely any experience more stressful than preparing for a trip back to Iowa to visit our parents. The kids are always excited about the prospect of staying in motels, of visiting with Grandma and Grandpa, of going out to eat at restaurants, and of ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 8:21-23, Nehemiah 1:1-6, Jonah 3:5-10, Joel 2:12-13, Psalm 35:11-14, Psalm 69:9-12, Matthew 6:16-18, Acts 13:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

From Everyday To Eternity

Contributed by Victor Yap on Feb 4, 2017

Psalms 90

FROM EVERYDAY TO ETERNITY (PSALM 90) Mickey’s wife bought a new line of expensive cosmetics guaranteed to make her look years younger. After a lengthy sitting before the mirror applying the “miracle” products, she asked, “Darling, honestly, what age would you say I am?” Looking over her ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Create In Me A Clean Heart O Lord Series

Contributed by Bill Walker on Aug 7, 2017

Be sure your sins will find you out. Whether it was a duck or David sin always has its consequences.

CREATE IN ME A CLEAN HEART O LORD Psalm 51 A little boy visiting his grandparents was given his first slingshot made by his grandfather. He practiced trying to hit a tin can, but he could never hit it. As he walked across the yard he saw Grandma’s pet duck. On an impulse he took aim and let fly. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon # 37 - Excuses People Give Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Dec 26, 2024

Jonah has some lame excuses for why he did not want to obey God and preach to the city of Nineveh. There are many others in the bible who gave excuses and the question is “Are we also giving excuses?” or “Are we fulfilling the Great Commission of the Lord Jesus and leading others into His kingdom?”

We read in Jonah 4:2, “And he prayed to the LORD and said, “O LORD, is not this what I said when I was yet in my country? That is why I made haste to flee to Tarshish; for I knew that you are a gracious God and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love, and relenting from disaster.” ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:2, Jeremiah 1:6, 1 Corinthians 9:16, 1 Corinthians 14:20, Jeremiah 1:7-8, Exodus 3:11-12, Judges 6:15, 1 Samuel 3:10, Acts 9:6, Matthew 25:24-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

A Pouting Prophet

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 23, 2000

When Jonah didn't get his way, he became a pouting prophet.

A Pouting Prophet Jonah 4:1-3 Last week we left Jonah right after the city of Nineveh repented and God relented. God used his brief message, (5 Hebrew words) to penetrate the hearts of the people of Nineveh. The people spread the message like wild fire. When the word reached the king, he didn't ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Three Strikes - Yer Out!

Contributed by John Beehler on Aug 15, 2001

God may lose patience with us, and we may strike out, but we’re still on the team.

Three Strikes - Yer Out! Maybe you’ve seen those T-shirts and stickers with the words "No Fear." It’s the name of a company associated with motor sport racing and NASCAR. I guess this could be the slogan of the drivers....they supposedly drive and compete with NO FEAR. This attitude ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed