Sermons on Sorrow Led To Repentance:

Oh Heart Bowed Down With Sorrow Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 3, 2021

The emotions that we will undergo during grieving our losses will possibly be the most painful and confusing experiences we will ever have. God has given us the ability to grieve and has given us spiritual principles and resources to help us through the process.

A. There is an old Chinese parable about a woman whose only son died. 1. As you can imagine, she was grief-stricken beyond consolation. 2. She made her way to an old, wise man seeking his assistance. 3. She was surprised and hopeful when he promised to give her back her son if she would bring him ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 34:8, Ecclesiastes 4:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finding Strength And Comfort In Times Of Sorrow

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Oct 4, 2023

In this Sermon, we explore the essence of comfort and strength in times of sorrow. Discover how to provide solace and support, strengthening the bonds of our faith community.

Introduction: Dear brothers and sisters in faith, may the boundless grace and peace of our Lord be upon each and every one of you as we gather today in this solemn prayer meeting of condolence. In this sacred assembly, our hearts are heavy with grief, and our souls yearn for the soothing embrace of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-2, Isaiah 40:27-31, 2 Corinthians 1:3-7, Psalm 34:18, Matthew 5:4, Psalm 23:4, Isaiah 53:4, John 11:35, Hebrews 4:15, Philippians 4:6-7, Psalm 46:1, Matthew 11:28-30, Romans 12:15, 1 Thessalonians 5:11, Galatians 6:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy And Sorrow And "fun" Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 4, 2024

My boss said he wished he could expunge the word “fun” from our students’ working vocabulary. Now knowing what students at our all-boy high school could do outside supervision, I tended to agree.

Joy, Sorrow and “Fun” Some time ago, I listened to a sermon by the local pastor. He told us that the Ten Commandments were given to us by God so that we could all “enjoy” life. I’m sure there are many, even Christians, who would question that. After all, the Commandments are largely a list of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:23, Luke 22:39-71

Denomination: Catholic

Dethroning The Sponsors Of Sorrow, Terror And Oppression

Contributed by Babatunmishe Oke on May 9, 2025

Who are sponsors of sorrow, terror and oppression? To sponsor something is to introduce and support its progress.

DETHRONING THE SPONSORS OF SORROW, TERROR AND OPPRESSION Who are sponsors of sorrow, terror and oppression? To sponsor something is to introduce and support its progress. That is, to actively provide funds, material or the energy required to propel something into fruition. So those who sponsor ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:38, Job 1:6-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Believers Still See Jesus

Contributed by Timm Meyer on May 19, 2011

EASTER 3 - Believers still see Jesus today. As believers we see Jesus because we know, believe, and confess what Jesus does. Jesus removes the sorrow of sin. Jesus restores the joy of salvation.

BELIEVERS STILL SEE JESUS (Outline) May 8, 2011 - Easter 3 - JOHN 16:16-23a INTRO: The resurrection of Jesus from the dead on third day is only one miracle that we celebrate at Easter (and every day). Another miracle we may not always consciously think of is the miracle of faith. It ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Drawing Closer To God

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 24, 2010

5 ways to draw closer to God. 1 Submit yourself. 2 Resist the devil. 3 Wash your hands. 4 Sorrow for sin. 5 Realize your worthlessness

20100418.Sermon.Drawing Closer to God By William Akehurst, BA HSWC James 4 From LAB notes 1-3 Quarrels among believers are always harmful. James tells us that these quarrels result from evil desires within us – we want more possessions, more money, higher status, more recognition. When we ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-17, James 4:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Victory Through Sorrow’s Deep Sea – Easter Message From A Poem – Part 3 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 24, 2023

Through all eternity the work of Calvary will always be central to the Lord Jesus Christ. Do you love the Lord for His sacrifice for you? He gave His all. Have you given Him your all or do you hang back?. The cross is the book on the love of God without reserve.

VICTORY THROUGH SORROW’S DEEP SEA – EASTER MESSAGE FROM A POEM – PART 3 This message will bring to an end our consideration of the events at Calvary relying on details from Isaiah 53 and Psalm 22 and Psalm 69 and the Gospels. I have based the messages on my poem called “Victory Through Sorrow’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 69:1-2, Psalm 69:19, Romans 15:3, Psalm 69:7, Matthew 5:11, Psalm 69:10-12, Psalm 40:12, Psalm 22:2, Psalm 69:17-18, Psalm 69:20, Psalm 69:18-19, Luke 19:10, Isaiah 53:3, Jeremiah 17:9-10, Luke 23:46-47, Isaiah 53:1, Isaiah 53:11, Isaiah 53:8-9, Revelation 5:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Characteristics Of False Repentance” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 22, 2018

Paul helps us understand false repentance.

Last time, we defined repentance as a change of mind that results in a change of heart that results in a change of action. That is why real repentance is all about turning my life around. We focused on verse 10, where Paul says repentance leads to salvation. For the unbeliever, repentance leads ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Prodigal Son's Repentance Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Nov 28, 2005

God always calls people back to Him.

THE PRODIGAL SON’S REPENTANCE Luke 15:11-24 Intro. A. This morning, let’s study the biblical illustration of repentance and find out what are involved in a true repentance. Take note: this story basically presents a very fundamental truth –“Apart from God, we can do nothing.” B. The story is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Repent - The Call Of A Prophet

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 8, 2005

The call of John the Baptizer still rings true in the 21st century. Our culture seeks to do away with sin by calling it a "privacy" issue. The scriptures call our acts of disobedience againts God and our fellow man....sin.

In Jesus Holy Name December 3, 2005 Text –Mark 1:1-4 Advent I – Redeemer Lutheran “The Call of the Prophet—Repent” Christmas is coming! People are shopping! Decorations are being hung. Christmas trees are purchased. Dinners are being planned. In the early part of the 19th ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-4

Denomination: Lutheran

Tragedy's Call To Repentance

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Mar 25, 2002

True repentance is one of the few indespensibles of the Christian faith!

National tragedy has awakened a sense of need in millions of Americans. (9/11/01) Jesus used dillema of tragedy to teach those who listened to Him a very important lesson. Now there were some present at that time who told Jesus about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had mixed with their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Repentance Brings Restoration

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Apr 11, 2002

This sermon deals with the fact that as beleivers we don’t always get what we deserve and we don’t always deserve what we get.

“Repentance Brings Restoration” Scripture Reading: Hosea 14:1-9 Text: Hosea 14:2-4 Sermon Idea: Do we get everything we deserve? In the movie Les Miserables, the main character a man named Jean Valjean is released from 19 years of captivity for stealing a loaf of bread to feed his sister’s ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 14:1-9

Denomination: Holiness

Response To Tragedy: Repent!

Contributed by Vernon Murray on Mar 15, 2004

When tragedy strikes, we can wear ourselves thin asking why; or we can use the occasion for turning our life around.

INTRODUCTION Terror has struck again. Over 200 people were killed in Madrid this week and thousands more were injured. Like 9-11 this bombing of a train in Madrid was a heartless act by wicked fiends. It is only natural for compassionate people like you and me to be filled with anger and raise ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Fruits Worthy Of Repentance

Contributed by John Gerald on Jun 2, 2005

The effects of True Repentance in a person’s life

BRING FORTH FRUITS WORTHY of REPENTANCE Rev. John W. Gerald I. FLEE THE WRATH of GOD! Luke 3:2 Annas and Caiaphas being the high priests, the word of God came unto John the son of Zacharias in the wilderness. The world routinely reverts to the evil ways of man’s nature, and God sends a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:2-20

Denomination: Methodist

Real Repentance Is Fruitful

Contributed by Robert Eggers on Dec 6, 2003

3 Advent C, John’s tough love awakes our need for fruitful living in repentance

Luke 3:7-18 Real Repentance Needs Fruit "What should we do then?" the crowd asked. 11 John answered, "The man with two tunics should share with him who has none, and the one who has food should do the same." 12 Tax collectors also came to be baptized. "Teacher," they asked, "what should we do?" ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Lutheran