Sermons on Turn From God:

From Trouble To Triumph Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Aug 4, 2009

Trials in the life of a Christian are a norm. But it is how we handles those trials, that separates us from the rest.

From Trouble to Triumph James 2:2-12 Intro Trials in the life of a Christian are a part of life. How we view those trials and handle them is a whole different story though. The Scriptures mention at least eight purposes for the Lord’s allowing trials to come to the lives of His ...read more

Scripture: James 2:2-12

Denomination: Baptist

From Darkness To Light

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 5, 2025

Some of the most inspirational people I’ve ever met have been blind.

From Darkness to Light “As Jesus approached Jericho, a blind man was sitting by the roadside begging. 36 When he heard the crowd going by, he asked what was happening. 37 They told him, “Jesus of Nazareth is passing by.” 38 He called out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” 39 Those who led ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:35-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons From Jeremiah – Part 26 – Proclaim God’s Message - Move Away From Deception And Amend Your Ways Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 21, 2024

This message examines the importance of God’s word; then the challenge given to Jeremiah to preach faithfully at the door to the temple. The burning message from God was that the people needed to repent and amend their ways. Sin is contained in “deceptive words”.

LESSONS FROM JEREMIAH – PART 26 – PROCLAIM GOD’S MESSAGE - MOVE AWAY FROM DECEPTION AND AMEND YOUR WAYS PART 26 - Jeremiah 7:1-4 CHAPTER 7 {{Jeremiah 7:1 The word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD, saying, Jeremiah 7:2 “Stand in the gate of the LORD’s house and proclaim there this word, and ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 7:1-2, 1 Corinthians 5:7, 1 Peter 2:2, Psalm 100:4, Psalm 118:19-20, Psalm 24:7-10, Jeremiah 7:3-7, Hosea 4:17, Hosea 5:14, Colossians 3:25, Micah 3:11, 2 Kings 23:4, 2 Kings 23:7, Isaiah 57:20-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Deviation From The Gospel Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 8, 2018

In Galatians 2:11-13 Paul explains Peter’s deviation from the gospel. In this we see 1) The Clash (Galatians 2:11), 2) The Cause (Galatians 2:12) and 3) The Consequence (Galatians 2:13)

A new study published in the Religion, Brain and Behavior Journal explored the idea that behavioral models displayed by religious parents are often what crafts their child’s future beliefs. It found when parents are insincere and unfaithful, their offspring have a more difficult time believing ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-13

Denomination: Other

Moving From Pain To Praise

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 8, 2025

Life is full of challenges, and sometimes, pain can feel overwhelming. However, as believers, we are called to move from pain to praise, trusting that God is working all things together for our good.

MOVING FROM PAIN TO PRAISE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 29:31-35 Supporting Texts: Psalm 30:5, Isaiah 61:3, Romans 8:28, Habakkuk 3:17-19 INTRODUCTION: Life is full of challenges, and sometimes, pain can feel overwhelming. However, as believers, we are called to move from pain ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:31-35, Psalm 30:5, Isaiah 61:3, Romans 8:28, Habakkuk 3:17-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From Tragedy To Triumph

Contributed by David Nolte on Mar 28, 2016

Events from the upper room to the empty tomb

People looked at Jesus from their own point of view. The religious leaders saw Him as a threat to be eliminated. The sick and demonized saw Him as a healer and deliverer. Many saw Him as the Messiah Who would rout the Romans and reestablish the Jewish Kingdom. The disciples and apostles saw Him ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"From Pits To Praises"

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

"From Pits To Praises"

Psalm 40 v 1 - 10 "From Pits To Praises" A. DAVID'S PATIENCE - 40:1,2 1. A Heard Cry - 40:1 I waited patiently for the LORD; and he inclined unto me, and heard my cry. a. His Personnal Watching "I" b.His Patient ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-10

Denomination: Holiness

Dealing With Failure Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 29, 2016

The messages teaches Christians how to handle failure in such a way that we learn from it.

Annual Sermons Volume 1 freesermons@homeorchurchbiblestudy.com DEALING WITH FAILURE “Go tell His disciples, and Peter…..”Get Mark and bring him with you” (Mk. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:11

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Failure Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 29, 2016

The messages teaches Christians how to handle failure in such a way that we learn from it.

Annual Sermons Volume 1 freesermons@homeorchurchbiblestudy.com DEALING WITH FAILURE “Go tell His disciples, and Peter…..”Get Mark and bring him with you” (Mk. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:11

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From Esther

Contributed by Doug Stringer on May 15, 2005

There are many valuable lessons we can learn from the story of Esther, here are some of them.

LESSONS FROM ESTHER We are in the middle of a lot of change here at CCBC. I know that the renovations have gone on longer than any of us expected. We are all looking forward to seeing things get done around here. Over the next few weeks, we are going to be having a few different services. Next ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1, Esther 1:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

From His Brow Series

Contributed by John Bright on Apr 17, 2025

This is a sermon series for the six Sundays of Lent. I am using a wooden "Tau" cross on the platform and some examples of the instruments of torture the Romans used - a large spike, scourge/cat of 9 tails, spear, and crown of thorns. There is a teaching sheet below the sermon.

Series: Jesus’ Blood for Me “From Jesus’ Brow” Luke 22:39-44 Pastor John Bright Luke 22 “39 Coming out, He went to the Mount of Olives, as He was accustomed, and His disciples also followed Him. 40 When He came to the place, He said to them, “Pray that you may not enter into temptation.” 41 And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-44, Isaiah 53:4-6, Matthew 7:13-14, Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Methodist

Terror From The Heavens

Contributed by Norm Miller on Sep 17, 2001

This sermon uses the tragic events of Sept. 11 and 2 Chron 7:14 to call the Church to repentance.

Terror from the heavens By Norman Miller preached at New Hope Baptist Church September 16, 2001 September 11, 2001---a day emblazoned in the collective American memory---a day that has burned into my heart an emotional collage of sympathy, anger, grief, love, and, yes, forgiveness. At 8:45 a.m. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

From Prodigal To Pilgrim

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jul 10, 2022

A message that emphasizes what happened when a man repents.

From Prodigal to Pilgrim Luke 15: 11-24 11 And he said, A certain man had two sons: 12 And the younger of them said to his father, Father, give me the portion of goods that falleth to me. And he divided unto them his living. 13 And not many days after the younger son gathered all together, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

From Desolation To Praise.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 27, 2022

They pierced my hands and feet.

FROM DESOLATION TO PRAISE. Psalm 22:1-31. (I). Jesus Upon the Cross. Psalm 22:1-21. The details of the sufferings in Psalm 22:1-21 match more exactly the anguish of Jesus upon the Cross than anything that we can find in any of the written records of David’s life - and because of this the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Running From The Cross Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 30, 2006

A look at Peter’s denial and what motivates us to run away from the cross rather than to it.

1. Title: Running From The Cross 2. Text: Matthew 26:57, 69-75; Mark 14:53-54, 66-72; Luke 22:54-62, John 18:16-27 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd. April 2, 2006. 2nd in the series “Walk to the Cross” 4. Objectives: -for the people to understand seriousness of Peter’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:57-75

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ