Sermons on Repenting Of Sin:

"Once Upon A Time"

Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Nov 17, 2005

This sermon demonstrates how god still accepted us even though "Once Upon A Time" we use to be whoremongers, theives, liers, homosexuals, drunks, etc. He still gave us a chance to repent of our sins and to come back to Him.

Introduction: Looking at the sermonic theme of ‘Once Upon A Time,” I know you are probably thinking on the lines of the Grimmes Fairy Tales. One that comes to mind is the fairy tale called “The Three Bears.” Once upon a time there were the three bears. There was the father bear, the mother ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Speak The Truth, And Speak It Boldly

Contributed by Craig Condon on Feb 9, 2017

If we want to be used by God, we have to purify our hearts. God uses all kinds of people., but only if they are clean on the inside. If we want to purify ourselves, we have to confess our sins, repent and accept Christ as our Saviour.

The reading from Paul’s second letter to Timothy is part of the final letter Paul wrote. He wrote this letter from his prison cell in Rome, and he knew that he was about to be put to death. Both of his letters to Timothy contain instructions for both ministers and Christians. Paul tells ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-26

Denomination: Anglican

The Holy Spirit Makes Us Holy Series

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Mar 1, 2022

THE HOLY SPIRIT is a gift from GOD, you cannot earn it. In order to receive the gift, we must repent from our sins. The Holy Spirit helps in our Christian life by dwelling in the individual believers separate or different from the world.

THE SPIRIT OF GOD MAKES US HOLY TEXT: 1PETER 1:2; 1 THESSALONIANS 4:7-8, 1 THESSALONIANS 5:23 INTRODUCTION: THE HOLY SPIRIT is a gift from GOD, you cannot earn it. In order to receive the gift, we must repent from our sins. The Holy Spirit helps in our Christian life by dwelling in the individual ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Understanding & Breaking Generational Curses.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jul 24, 2025

The means for breaking generational curses was accomplished at Calvary. Still, the lingering effects of past actions and sins that have been passed down through our bloodline may remain, and addressing these problems involves repentance, faith, deliverance, and a dedication to a new life in Christ.

SCRIPTURAL REFERRENCES [Matthew 11:12] “And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffereth violence, and the violent take it by force.” [Romans 8:22] “For we know that the whole creation groaneth and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:12, Romans 8:22, Joshua 1:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Limits Of Reconciliation Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 26, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical grounds for limiting reconciliation, particularly in cases where a wrongdoer remains unrepentant.

Reconciliation is a fundamental aspect of the Christian faith. We are called to forgive one another, just as God in Christ forgave us (Ephesians 4:32). However, there are situations where reconciliation may not be possible or wise. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical grounds for limiting ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:14-15, Matthew 18:15-17, Ephesians 4:32

Like Sodom And Gomorrah: An Exposition Of Isaiah 1:1-20

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 31, 2022

Sometimes we need to be shocked out of our slumber

Like Sodom and Gomorrah Isaiah 1:1-20 The story of what happened to Sodom and Gomorrah is legendary. These cities lay at the bottom of the Dead Sea, also known as the “Salt Sea.” The evaporation of the waters of the Jordan River caused the area of the Dead Sea to be covered with deposits of salt. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:10-20, Isaiah 1:1, Isaiah 1:1-20, Isaiah 1:2-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Let God Be God

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 2, 2025

When denial dies and we stop playing God, repentance opens the heart to mercy, and grace restores joy that guilt once stole.

There is a certain kind of silence that settles on the heart when we finally stop pretending. Not the silence of defeat, but the quiet that comes when we realize we were never meant to carry the whole world on our shoulders. When we stop trying to be God, something in us exhales—and God can ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 38:3-8, 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Isaiah 53: 1

Contributed by Robert Irvine on Mar 18, 2024

Today, I want to concentrate on the second half of the first verse; “To whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed?"

Today, I want to concentrate on the second half of the first verse; “To whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed?" As Christians, we see the whole of chapter 53 and a few verses before it referring to our Lord Jesus Christ. Jesus himself quoted this verse and this is recorded in John12: 38. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1

Denomination: Baptist

Discipline - Growth Steps Lesson 8 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 18, 2023

To know Him intimately and personally.

A. INTRODUCTION: LADY WITH CATARACTS 1. Why was she motivated when told, “woman, it is your lack of faith?” 2. She asked, “How can I have more faith? The five fingers: a. First finger, “Blessed is he who hears” (Revelation 1:3). b. Second finger, “Read the Scriptures” (Revelation 1:3). c. Third ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20, Luke 17:5, Matthew 7:1, 1 John 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

Deep Gospel

Contributed by Jim Belcher on Oct 1, 2009

What does this mean to be convicted, i.e. cut to the heart? How does it happen? What are the results?

Why did Christianity succeed in the Roman empire? According to Emperor Julian’s letter to one of his priests of the Greek religion: 1. Christians died better than anyone else 2. There was kindness to everyone. They were more inclusive than anyone else--religions usually divided by region, race, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:32-41

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Call Me In The Mourning Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 15, 2008

God gives favor to those with heavy hearts by offering them His comfort. I. Those Who Mourn the Departed Can Find Comfort in Christ. II. Those Who Mourn their own Failure Can Find Comfort in Christ. III. Those Who Mourn the Oppressed Can Bring Comfort Thr

Living in the Father’s Favor: Call Me in the Mourning Intro: One could argue that nearly all adults and many children are in some stage of grief right now. I don’t know anyone who reaches adulthood without experiencing some level of loss or disappointment. Yes, we try to deal with it and move on, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Blessed Are Those Who Mourn

Contributed by Yury Gaudard on Oct 18, 2018

Beatitudes

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT Matthew 5:4 – Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. The Sermon on the Mount is taught in the beginning of Jesus’ public ministry. Immediately after his baptism and temptation he had begun to announce the good news that the kingdom of God, long promised in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

What Can God Do With A Broken Heart Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 4, 2011

The people had heard the message, God's prophet had spoken and the words convicted the people to their very core. They repented and God responded!

What Can God Do With A Broken Heart? Haggai 1:12-15 12Then Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, and Joshua the son of Jehozadak, the high priest, with all the remnant of the people, obeyed the voice of the LORD their God, and the words of Haggai the prophet, as the LORD their God had sent him. And the ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Pentecost, The Day The Holy Spirit Exploded Into Humanity

Contributed by Robert Irvine on May 21, 2024

Pentecost in the New Testament, God’s great provision, is the arrival of the Holy Spirit for the church.

It was the day before Passover, the Day of Preparation, and the Son of God, Jesus Christ, the sinless Man of God, was condemned to death by a kangaroo court. The crowds were given the chance to replace him with Barabbas, a known murderer, but they screamed that Jesus Christ had to die. So Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Saints Are Just Sinners Who Fall Down And Get Back Up

Contributed by Richard Cook on Aug 25, 2009

Help believers understand that the Bible doesn’t teach sinless perfection; but rather endurance, perservering to the end and being an overcomer is what it’s all about.

MICAH 7:8 Rejoice not against me, O mine enemy: when I fall, I shall arise; when I sit in darkness, the LORD shall be a light unto me. THE SAINTS ARE JUST THE SINNERS WHO FALL DOWN AND GET UP In our modern day vernacular we have made the term “SAINT” synonymous with perfection. If someone: Lives a ...read more

Scripture: Micah 7:8, Micah 7:7

Denomination: Pentecostal