Sermons on Repent:

A Little R & R. . .and R Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Mar 26, 2007

Fourth in a series of teachings on the doctrine of the Holy Spirit. The Helper that Jesus said was to our "advantage" that He leave so that the Holy Spirit might come. This message explores the work of the Holy Spirit in bringing about refreshing and rest

Intro: Growing up liking to watch M*A*S*H – Going to Tokyo for some R & R In the midst of all the power, there is another work that the Holy Spirit actively desires to do in our lives. He desires to provide us with a little R&R. . .and R. Not Rest and Relaxation, but Repentance and Refreshing. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:19-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

Be Ready

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Nov 26, 2007

A sermon for the first Sunday in Advent

First Sunday in Advent Matthew 24:36-44 Be Ready ""But of that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but the Father only. As were the days of Noah, so will be the coming of the Son of man. For as in those days before the flood they were eating and drinking, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Lutheran

The Lost Coin Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 21, 2023

In imitating God, the church should pour out lavish generosity and joy in response to any conversion.

INTRODUCTION • Have you ever lost something? • Something you needed or valued? • Well, you are not alone! • According to a survey from a few years ago, Americans " spend 2.5 days a year looking for misplaced items.” • The most misplaced items are “TV remotes (45%), phones (33%), car & ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:8-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Gospel Of The Kingdom

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 23, 2024

As you consider the life and ministry of Jesus, what comes to mind? What was His purpose for coming to the earth? He came with purpose – a purpose ordained of God, the Father before the foundation of the world.

The Gospel of the Kingdom Mark 1:14-15 “When you hear the bells ringing out at Christmas, think of the reason why Jesus was born. Dream not that He came to load your tables and fill your cups, but in your mirth look higher than all earth-born things. When you hear that in certain churches there ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Forgiving Father

Contributed by Richard Futrell on Oct 7, 2010

So what do we learn from this parable? We learn who the Father is, and what His nature is.

Intro Today, Jesus tells us a parable, a story. You probably know the Parable of the Prodigal Son. And the point of the parable is simple: When the lost are found, you rejoice. Instead of being a spoilsport, looking down on someone else, you rejoice when a sinner repents, and you join the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Lutheran

Preparing For Christ

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 1, 2019

A commercialized, materialistic Christmas often leaves out the greatest Christmas gift of all. How did John the Baptist prepare for our Savior? Let’s look at John’s preparation for Jesus in Matthew 3:1-12.

A commercialized, materialistic Christmas often leaves out the greatest Christmas gift of all. How did John the Baptist prepare for our Savior? Let’s look at John’s preparation for Jesus in Matthew 3:1-12. Preaching Matthew 3:1 “In those days John the Baptist came to the Judean wilderness and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Warning Against Apostasy Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 7, 2020

Under heavy pressure from intimidation and threats of violence, the Christians who sought a relationship with Jesus Christ were considering escaping their suffering by repudiating their faith in Jesus. Therefore, the writer reminds them of what they have at stake.

2/10/20 Tom Lowe Lesson #20 [ID3c] The Warning against Apostasy (Hebrews 6:4-8) Scripture: Hebrews 6:4-8 (NIV) 4. It is impossible for those who have once been enlightened, who have tasted the heavenly gift, who have shared in the Holy Spirit, 5. who have tasted the goodness of the word of God ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Cure For Wearisome Religion Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Feb 22, 2014

Jesus came so that we could step off the treadmill of "law" and into the glory of His Grace.

Law and Gospel: The Cure for Wearisome Religion Matthew 11:25-30 I have never cared to much for exercising on a treadmill: I think it may be my overwhelming desire to be practical, even with effort and exercise; I hate to walk in one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Baptist

Preach On, Brother John

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Dec 22, 2006

John the Baptist preaching is for all people because all people are sinners.

Message: “Preach On, Brother John” Text: “And he went into all the region around the Jordan, preaching a baptism of repentance for the remission of sins” (Luke 3:3). Who was John the Baptist? Why did John preach baptism of repentance for the remission of sins? Who gave John the authority to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Christian Church

Preach On, Brother John

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Dec 22, 2006

John the Baptist’s preaching is for all people because all people are sinners.

Message: “Preach On, Brother John” Text: “And he went into all the region around the Jordan, preaching a baptism of repentance for the remission of sins” (Luke 3:3). Who was John the Baptist? Why did John preach baptism of repentance for the remission of sins? Who gave John the authority to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Christian Church

The Church Of Thyatira Series

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jun 11, 2014

The rebel attack on church.

THE CHURCH OF THYATIRA Rev.2: 18 And unto the angel of the church in Thyatira write; These things saith the Son of God, who hath his eyes like unto a flame of fire, and his feet are like fine brass; 19 I know thy works, and charity, and service, and faith, and thy patience, and thy works; and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

A Fragrant Offering

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 3, 2022

Our sacrifices to God are fragrant offerings to Him.

The character is Jonah and I want to begin by considering the sacrifices of the Hebrew people to God. The Law of Moses required the people to make a variety of sacrifices to God. The important point of the sacrifice was that it was to come from the heart, not merely be an outward activity of simply ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Avoid The Axe Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 27, 2005

A Message of how to avoid God’s judment

Luke 3:1- 15 – How to avoid the axe Have you every traveled on a road which is so pitted with potholes, you are forced to slow down. Some of them are so deep, particularly after rain, that you think you are going to be swallowed up. I’ve got this picture of an African pothole hanging on the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Definition Of A Disciple Series

Contributed by Bart Price on Jan 8, 2016

The beginning of a 10-week look at how we can and should fulfill Jesus' Great Commission from Matthew 28:19-20.

Turn over to Matthew 28. This passage might be pretty familiar to you, but that’s ok. When you get to Matthew 28, we’ll read verses 19-20. Pay attention to this passage…as it lays the foundation for what we’re studying today. Let’s read our passage for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Christian Church

God's Compassionate Love Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 29, 2007

God gives us a warning; He allows us to respond; He wants to show us mercy.

If we were to ask 100 people what the book of Jonah is all about, probably the majority would say, “It’s about a fish that swallowed a man.” The book of Jonah, however, is much more than a whale of a story. The book of Jonah is about God’s love for all people. The reason for Jonah’s rescue was ...read more

Denomination: Baptist