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  • William D. Brown avatar

    Repentance

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Jan 31, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,430 views

    Violation of the law of God in thought, word, and deed shows the sinfulness of the human heart. Sin is a contradiction to the holiness of God, whose image mankind bears. This depraved condition is called “original sin

    PSALMS 51:1-12 REPENTANCE 1-31-09 Today I want to talk for a little while on the thought 0f “repentance”, we don’t hear very much about “repentance” these days, some people seem to have the idea that “repentance” is not for this day and time because we’re saved by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When God Turns Little Into Abundance

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 14, 2025
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    God is a specialist in transforming small things into great abundance. Throughout the Bible, we see instances where God takes what seems insufficient and multiplies it beyond measure.

    WHEN GOD TURNS LITTLE INTO ABUNDANCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 4:1-7 "Then he said, Go, borrow thee vessels abroad of all thy neighbours, even empty vessels; borrow not a few. And when thou art come in, thou shalt shut the door upon thee and upon thy sons, and shalt pour out ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    God Turns Setbacks Into Platforms For Ministry Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 2, 2025
     | 54 views

    God can transform every difficulty, delay, or disappointment into an opportunity for greater testimony and ministry impact.

    GOD TURNS SETBACKS INTO PLATFORMS FOR MINISTRY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 28:1-10 Key Verse: “Who also honoured us with many honours; and when we departed, they laded us with such things as were necessary.” — Acts 28:10 Supporting Texts: Romans 8:28; Philippians 1:12; Genesis 50:20; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Sorrow Will Turn To Fullness Of Joy.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 30, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,232 views

    Your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man taketh from you.

    SORROW WILL TURN TO FULLNESS OF JOY. John 16:16-24. JOHN 16:16a. The sense of John 16:16 seems to be “A little while and ye do not behold Me…” This refers to the fact that within hours Jesus would be arrested, tried, crucified, and buried. JOHN 16:16b. “again a little while, and ye shall see ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Pat Cook avatar

    Polluted Streams Still Turn Turbines Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Nov 3, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,131 views

    #8 in Romans 8 - What a Way to Live! series. God works all things together for good for Christians. Useful opening illustration. Also describes this truth in Jesus’ death too.

    Romans 8:28-30 – Polluted Streams Still Turn Turbines Read passage. Once there was a river. It was a wide river with many docks and wharves along its shores. It provided income for many with its sport fishing and recreational opportunities. It provided leisure for many with its beautiful ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • TJ Tipton avatar

    Turning Your World Upside Down

    Contributed by Tj Tipton on Mar 31, 2001
    based on 194 ratings
     | 7,008 views

    How to let the Holy Spirit use you to change the world for Jesus

    Turning Our World Upside Down Charles H. Spurgeon in training young ministers said to his students, "When you talk about heaven let your face light up with a heavenly glory. When you tell about hell, your everyday face will do. Mat 11:12 And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • James May avatar

    Who Do You Turn To?

    Contributed by James May on Sep 1, 2002
    based on 90 ratings
     | 20,926 views

    Asa turned to God in His time of trouble, but who do we turn to? God sends the trouble sometimes so that we will turn to Him!

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Cry Out For Help? Turn To Jesus!

    Contributed by Sol Madlambayan on Aug 26, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 4,497 views

    The most persecuted people here on earth are the Christians.

    10-26-03 HOLY SPIRIT BLESS US Cry out for help? Turn to Jesus! Isaiah 35: 4 “Say to those who are fearful-hearted, “Be strong, do not fear! Behold, your God will come with vengeance, With the recompense of God; He will come and save you.” In Matthew 11: 28 “Come to Me, all you who labor and are ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Ray Ellis avatar

    "Turn Stress Into Strength"

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 10, 2005
    based on 23 ratings
     | 5,467 views

    There is a common experience for every person in all nationalities andcultures. Everyone experiences stress. By God’s grace and making wise choices we can turn stress into strength.

    “Turn Stress Into Strength” Ruth 1:1-22, 4:13-17 Romans 8:28 John 16:33 There is a common experience for every person in all nationalities and cultures. We all experience stress. We all have to learn to live with stress. The highest times of stress in a person’s life include: Death in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    What Was Meant For Will Be Turned For Our Good

    Contributed by Morris Mott on Sep 22, 2001
    based on 37 ratings
     | 5,292 views

    The tragedy of September 11, 2001 was intended to have a different outcome against the nation and the church. But what was intended for has been turned to our good.

    “What Was Meant For Will Be Turned For Our Good” Genesis 50:19-20 Text The Living Bible relays verse 20 in a powerful fashion. “As far as I am concerned, God turned into good what you meant for , …” (Genesis 50:20a TLB) When the ist attacked the WTC and the Pentagon on September 11, 2001, (as ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Clarence Eisberg avatar

    Cain: The Story Of Alienation Series

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 5, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,636 views

    The story of Cain. Intimacy with God and family and self is lost. He no longer feels accepted. He lives in fear. God warns Cain... but Cain chooses to turn his back on God and walks away. Peter and Judas both betrayed and denied Jesus, one walked to

    In Jesus Holy Name March 9,2008 Lent IV Series: O.T. Challenges Redeemer Genesis 4:1-12 “Cain: the Story of Alienation” This is the third message in our series: O.T. Challenges. In Genesis chapters 1-3 we saw Adam and Eve sharing a life of perfect love ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    When Justice Turns To Violence Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 26, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,585 views

    This is the 19th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Judges, "Spiritual Decay".

    Series: Spiritual Decay [#19] WHEN JUSTICE TURNS TO VIOLENCE Judges 20:1-48 Introduction: Our text is an example of a time when you are trying to do what is right; but it turns into chaos and violence. This chapter shows us a sad part of Israel’s history, teaching us that even when we want ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David DeWitt avatar

    Life Twists And Turns Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 29, 2011
     | 10,388 views

    Life can be difficult but with God's help we overcome the diffiuclties of life

    Life: Twists and Turns Psalm 37:1-9 Games of Life Series October 9, 2011 Morning Service This morning we are starting a new message series called the Games of Life. Life: Twists and Turns – Dealing with the unexpected Monopoly – Deal with money and greed Solitaire – Overcome ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    Lessons On How To Turn Setbacks Into Comebacks

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Sep 20, 2004
    based on 74 ratings
     | 26,098 views

    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

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gene Gregory avatar

    The Great Turn Around

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Apr 21, 2024
     | 1,998 views

    Continuing in series on Nehemiah. Addresses the importance of Scripture in finding God. Emphasis on renewal.

    Nehemiah 9 The Great Turn Around - Read Nehemiah 9 A few days ago I posted a picture of an old Chevy pickup driving down the road. It must have had an old bench seat because through the back window you could see a man driving. Sitting right beside him was his wife, and the man had his arm along ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist