Sermons on repentance and remission: showing 1,591-1,605 of 51,040

Averting An Apostasy

Contributed by Donnie Martin on May 11, 2010

Apostasy, which basically refers to a backsliding or turning away from God, is unfortunately, something that is all too commonplace. This sermon deals with some ways in which apostasy can be averted.

Averting An Apostasy Text: Judges 2:7-10 Intro: The word “apostasy” sounds a little ominous, doesn’t it? In very fact, the word definitely has a negative connotation. Webster’s New World Dictionary defines the word as, “an abandoning of what one has believed in, as a faith, cause, principles, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Lord, Let The Fire Fall!

Contributed by Donnie Martin on May 24, 2010

This message is a call to repentance, and for spiritual purity and passion in hearts and lives of God's people. We've lost our fire for God, and we desperately need the fire of God rekindled.

Lord, Let The Fire Fall Text: I Kings 18:21-24 Intro: Ever since the day man discovered it, fire has been a useful tool. But man soon discovered that fire could be both friend and foe. Not only could it provide light and warmth and be used to cook food, but it could also do great harm. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:21-39

Denomination: Baptist

How Can I Ever Serve Christ Again? I Have Denied My Faith!

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 29, 2010

When we sin, is our service to Christ finished? He is not only able to restore broken saints, but to use them mightily in His service.

“When they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, ‘Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?’ He said to him, ‘Yes, Lord; you know that I love you.’ He said to him, ‘Feed my lambs.’ He said to him a second time, ‘Simon, son of John, do you love me?’ He said to him, ‘Yes, ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

What Attitude Do You Have?

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jun 9, 2010

In this passage we look at three different attitudes to life 1.That of Naboth 2.That of Jezebel and 3.That of Ahab Which most nearly describes yours?

Sermon: Naboth’s Vineyard – You can’t buy integrity Story: A young man went on a week’s silent retreat. Midway through the week, in the early afternoon on the Wednesday, he was feeling hungry and so decided to sneak down to the shops when he thought no one was looking Unfortunately as he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-29

Denomination: Anglican

A Fresh Start

Contributed by Mark Lawing on Jun 25, 2010

Some times in life we need to start over. We need to allow God to take the mess that we have made and to make us into a useful vessel.

A Fresh Start Jeremiah 18:1-6 Introduction: Jeremiah is known as the weeping prophet because his ministry was one that continually caused conflict between him and the people he was sent to preach to. It has been said that Jeremiah never had one convert or anyone to believe in his message. Talk ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Lukewarm Living Series

Contributed by Allen James on Sep 29, 2011

Part 7 of 7 in our summer series exploring the letters to the 7 churches in Revelation 2-3. Today's final message in the series examines the letter to the Church at Laodicea.

OPENING: Approach text with humility bc parts of our text VERY familiar. Pray today is that familiarity will not lead us to contentment. BC I believe God has a WORD for each of us today! READ REVELATION 3:14-22. BACKGROUND: Laodicea was located in the Lycus River Valley. Really was a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

"The Requirements Of Revival” - Part Four Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 3, 2011

To experience revival, God’s people must repent.

We’ve looked to God promise concerning revival in 2 Chronicles 7:14 (READ TEXT). In this promise about revival, we learn about four requirements for revival. We have thought about what it means to humble ourselves before God, pray for revival, and seek God’s face. Now, let’s consider requirement ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

Journey To Fellowship With God

Contributed by Brad Froese on Oct 4, 2011

This sermon focuses on personal, rich fellowship with God.

June 5th Sermon, “Journey to Fellowship with God” KEY SCRIPTURE: I Jn 1:5-9, “This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; in him there is no darkness at all. 6 If we claim to have fellowship with him yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Discover Baptism Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 16, 2011

John set the stage for Christ but he also provided a model for what would become a sacrament in the church, Baptism

John the Baptiser This is how it all began! For thirty years Jesus had lived a life of obscurity as the son of Joseph the carpenter. He had been like all the other boys, had grown into a man and took over his father’s business. And now his ministry was about to begin in earnest. But it ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

Taxing Times

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Jul 24, 2011

The tax collector as a model of saving faith

Count Leo Tolstoy was a man who unashamedly called himself ‘Christian’. He once penned these words into his diary: ‘I have not yet met a single man who was morally as good as I. ... I do not remember an instance in my life when I was not attracted to what is good And was not ready to sacrifice ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Are You Running

Contributed by Brad Henry on Jul 29, 2011

Why do we try to run from God?

As a child did you ever think of running away from home? There were a couple times that I was so tried of discipline that I just wanted to leave but I knew that when I got back home the discipline would probably be worse, so I stayed. Plus, where would I go? I remember movies of kids getting a ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 2:25, Jeremiah 22:1-30

Results Of God's Rejection - 2 Chronicles 7:19-22

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 2, 2011

Results Of God's Rejection - 2 Chronicles 7:19-22

Results Of God's Rejection - 2 Chronicles 7:19-22 2 Chronicles 7:19 "But if you don't obey my laws and commands that I gave you, and if you worship other gods and serve them, 2 Chronicles 7:20 then I will take the Israelites out from my land that I gave them. And I will leave this Temple that I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:19-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Finding Your Way Back To God (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Aug 30, 2011

Sermon one of the series. None of us seek after God in Salvation. The Bible is clear. God seeks us. But in our fellowship with Him, we may drift. In such times Jeremiah's words apply. You will find me when you search for me with all your heart. In this se

Please note that there are other sermons in this series. If God uses this in your life, why not leave a rating? Study guides for this series are available. Just contact me. Finding Your Way Back to God Calvary Baptist Church 9/20/2009 Jeremiah 29:13 Portions from Secrets of Christian Living, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

Rampant Guilt In The People Of God Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 13, 2011

THIS PASSAGE OF HOSEA IS A CONTINUATION OF THE CHARGE THAT GOD HAS BROUGHT AGAINST HIS PEOPLE ISRAEL. THIS CHARGE HAS NOT ONLY BEEN DECLARED, IT HAS ALSO BEEN VIVIDLY PICTURED THROUGH THE MARRIAGE OF HOSEA TO GOMER AND THE ACTIONS OF EACH. HERE, GOD LAY

RAMPANT GUILT IN THE PEOPLE OF GOD HOSEA 4:1-13 INTRODUCTION: THIS PASSAGE OF HOSEA IS A CONTINUATION OF THE CHARGE THAT GOD HAS BROUGHT AGAINST HIS PEOPLE ISRAEL. THIS CHARGE HAS NOT ONLY BEEN DECLARED, IT HAS ALSO BEEN VIVIDLY PICTURED THROUGH THE MARRIAGE OF HOSEA TO GOMER AND THE ACTIONS OF ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Good Mourning Series

Contributed by Kevin Cummins on Feb 22, 2011

Happy are those who mourn. It just doesn’t sound right does it? So why is mourning a good thing? This sermon takes a look at three areas where mourning is a good thing and why.

A man placed some flowers on the grave of his dearly departed mother and started back toward his car when his attention was diverted to another man kneeling at a grave. The man seemed to be praying with profound intensity and kept repeating, "Why did you have to die? Why did you have to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Church Of God