Sermons on Turning Back To God:

A Valley Of Trouble For A Door Of Hope

Contributed by Mark Mccool on Apr 21, 2003

Sometimes, in order for God to get our attention and turn us back to Him, He must take us to the Valley of Trouble before we can find the Door of Hope.

"A VALLEY OF TROUBLE FOR A DOOR OF HOPE" Mark McCool TEXT: HOSEA 2:14-16 I. INTRODUCTION Has there ever been a time in your life that you remember how when you were so set to do your own thing, and it did not matter who it effected or hurt? And then perhaps, instead of mom and dad doing or ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 2:14-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

My Sorrow Turned Into Joy

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Mar 8, 2025

When sorrow feels overwhelming, remember that in Christ, joy is never far away—read "My Sorrow Turned into Joy" and discover the unshakable hope found in His resurrection!

My Sorrow Turned into Joy John 16:16-24 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Imagine being one of Jesus’ disciples and hearing Him say that He would only be with you a little while longer. You can still recall the first time you met Him—the moment He searched your ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-24

Denomination: Baptist

Thomas, Doubter Turned Confessor

Contributed by Don Emmitte on Apr 14, 2014

Thomas, who is often remembered for his doubts, gives every Christian hope and encouragement as the Lord appears to him with the invitation to touch and believe.

Thomas, Doubter Turned Confessor John 11:1-16; 14:1-6; 20:24-29 Palm Sunday Sermon, by Don Emmitte, Grace Restoration Ministries Some Background: J. Stuart Holden wrote: “Of all the Master's men, Thomas is the one to whom least justice is commonly done. ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

The King Who Turned White Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 4, 2011

What's wrong with a little pride? Apparently quite a bit. Learn the effect pride had on King Uzziah, on you... and perhaps the influence it had one of the great prophets of the Old Testament.

OPEN: A man by the name of Keith Miller told of the time when his daughters were very young. They’d drop them off at the church's children's chapel on Sundays before the 11 am service. But one day Keith chanced to be in the class when the preacher was telling the story for the day to the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 26:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

24.7 Turn It Around Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Aug 20, 2007

Week seven of 24 focuses on Jesus teaching about Murder, Hatred and Loving our enemies.

Matthew 5:21 Jesus Said “You have heard that our ancestors were told, ‘You must not murder. If you commit murder, you are subject to judgment.’” This particular law comes from Exodus 20:13 and Deuteronomy 5:17. And we would think this one is a no brainer, after all one of the basic tenets of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-49

Denomination: Wesleyan

Levi - Tax Collector Turned Disciple Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 13, 2022

This sermon focuses on Jesus' calling of Levi (Matthew) and the legalistic attitudes that people often adopt about who is worthy of God's forgiveness and who is not.

[Reading Mark 2:13-17] In today’s passage out of the book of Mark, we don’t find Jesus throwing a birthday party for a prostitute, but we do find him hanging out with some unsavory characters called tax collectors and other sinners because that is really what Jesus would do and that is what Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13, 1 Timothy 1:15

Denomination: Christian Church

Show Me That Our God Is In The Camp

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 21, 2012

Today, I will attempt to show you how often, and in how many ways men try to find a cure for what ails them, rather than take the only treatment that will work, to take the case to God.

Show Me That Our God Is In The Camp And the Philistines were afraid, for they said, God is come into the camp. And they said, Woe unto us! for there hath not been such a thing heretofore. (1 Samuel 4:7) The Prince of Preachers had a sermon with a similar name: "Is God In The Camp?" Charles ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:7

Denomination: Baptist

When Love Turns To Lust

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 26, 2009

A young man confusing lust for love unleashes havoc on the Kingdom of David. His actions serve to caution us not to confuse lust for love.

*2 Samuel 13:1-19* *When Love Turns to Lust* “Absalom, David’s son, had a beautiful sister, whose name was Tamar. And after a time Amnon, David’s son, loved her. And Amnon was so tormented that he made himself ill because of his sister Tamar, for she was a virgin, and it seemed impossible to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Where To Turn In Your Darkest Moment Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 4, 2023

When we face challenges and don't know what to do, we can turn to God, seek His guidance, and trust in His power to deliver us.

Hey guys, I want to share a story with you today. It's about a king named Jehoshaphat. Now, Jehoshaphat was a pretty cool dude. He was the 6th king in the line of David and he was all about God. He didn't mess around with other gods, he was all in for the God of his father and walked in His ...read more

Topics: Faith, Spiritual Growth, Prayer, Hope

Lessons On How To Turn Setbacks Into Comebacks

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Sep 20, 2004

We must cling to God even when we cannot find comfort in Him. Sermon idea & title borrowed from Eugene Pansler. Great Sermon, Brother Eugene.

Lessons On How To Turn Setbacks into Comebacks Job 13.15 September 19, 2004 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A During the loss of first baby, Kaylea, a well-intentioned deacon named Brother Allen came to the house for a visit. (Scan picture of Kaylea from my ...read more

Scripture: Job 13:15

Denomination: Baptist

Its Your Turn…...no Its Not...well Then...whose Turn Is It?

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jan 14, 2013

This is what God says about it; “At the acceptable time I listened to you, And on the day of salvation I helped you.” Behold, now is “the acceptable time,” behold, now is “the day of salvation”— it’s "Harvestime"

Its your turn…...No its Not...Well then...Whose turn is it? Ephesians 2:7-10 MSG. 7-10 Now God has us where he wants us, with all the time in this world and the next to shower grace and kindness upon us in Christ Jesus. Saving is all his idea, and all his work. All we do is trust him enough to let ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Saving Grace Of God

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Dec 15, 2016

those who are outside the people of God are in rebellion against Him and are therefore spiritually dead. But God makes them a free offer to bring them back to life. All that’s needed is to believe his promise, turn away from that rebellion and live.

Well, the academy awards have been announced. The beautiful people have been down the red carpet. And it’s all over. Did you watch it or just catch up on the news the next night? How many of you had seen all the movies that were up for awards? How many of you managed to pick the winners? I know ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

In Jesus Is Our Major Turn-Around

Contributed by Riaan De Villiers on Jan 10, 2008

If there is one thing we all desire, then it must be a major turn-around in our lives. I’m not talking about turning around from sin to Christ. I’m talking about a major turn-around in our circumstances. For to many years we, as God’s children, have been

If there is one thing we all desire, then it must be a major turn-around in our lives. I’m not talking about turning around from sin to Christ. I’m talking about a major turn-around in our circumstances. For to many years we, as God’s children, have been living a life of misery and suffering. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-10, 1 Peter 5:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don't Look Back

Contributed by John Oscar on Dec 30, 2025

A sermon about considering how God has blessed us even during out dark time

“Don’t Look Back” December 28, 2025, CCCAG Scriptures Psalm 77:11–14; Deuteronomy 8:2; Lamentations 3:21–23 ________________________________________ INTRODUCTION: For me, 2025 was the epitome of an old Chinese saying- “May you live in interesting times” What sounds like a blessing to our ears is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 77:11-14, Deuteronomy 8:2, Lamentations 3:21-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Thou Shalt Be Turned Into Another Man

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Sep 30, 2007

There is an operation of the Spirit of God upon your life that can so transform your life, that you will not be the same man, or the same woman.

1 Sam 9:26 Samuel called Saul to the top of the house:, saying Up, that I may send thee away (And Saul Arose). How few are those who are coming to that Higher place in God that equips us and empowers us for service to our fellow men. Bid The Servant to Pass on Before us: There are many who will ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal