Sermons on Turning From God:

Turning Our Hearts Toward God Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Dec 26, 2013

We need to learn from the past to live in the present as we look to the future.

I often joke that the length of my sermons seems to be inversely proportional to the length of the passage. So get comfortable and settle in because as we finish our study of the book of Malachi this morning, we’re only going to look at the final three verses of the book. But what an ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Turn From Evil, Do What Is Right.

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Sep 27, 2021

The Bible is full of warnings from God to his people to turn away from evil and do what is right. We hear but don't heed God's warnings and always face the consequences. Why are we so headstrong?

TEXT: Jeremiah 18:11-12 “Therefore, Jeremiah, go and warn all Judah and Jerusalem. Say to them, ‘This is what the lord says: I am planning disaster for you instead of good. So turn from your evil ways, each of you, and do what is right.’” But the people replied, “Don’t waste your breath. We will ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:11-12, Jeremiah 29:11, Psalm 118:29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Nowhere To Turn

Contributed by Scott Johnson on Sep 3, 2011

When you're at your wits end, when nothing else will work, when no backup is coming - God is there and He makes a way for His children.

No Where to Turn (Ex. 14:5-31) Intro: This is my 1st Bible (Hold up 1st Bible). Do you know that difference between this Bible and yours is…well…it says the same thing; it’s the word of God…however this Bible is really special to me. Before I was a Christian – years ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:5-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"From Suffering To Surrender"

Contributed by Frankie Melton on Jul 12, 2010

God uses suffering to turn lost hearts to Him.

“From Suffering to Surrender” In 1 Kings 17:8-24, God sent Elijah to Zarephath, the heart of Baal worship. Though it was behind enemy lines, Elijah promptly arose and went. He was obedient regardless of his lack of understanding. Complete knowledge is no prerequisite to obedience. God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

Brief History Of Angels Series

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Feb 25, 2008

This study is going to shed some light on some Angels that oppose you. These are fallen Angels that are set to cause you to turn from God and stop you from enjoying all the benefits of being a child of God

Angel Ministry #4 Brief History& a Safe Place This study is going to shed some light on some Angels that oppose you. These are fallen Angels that are set to cause you to turn from God and stop you from enjoying all the benefits of being a child of God. Gen.1: 1 In the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"From Sorrow To Celebration: God’s Power

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Oct 27, 2024

God is working behind the scenes to turn our sorrow into joy, and our mourning into celebration.

9:20 Mordecai recorded these things and sent letters to all the Jews who were in all the provinces of King Ahasuerus, both near and far, 9:21 enjoining them that they should keep the fourteenth day of the month Adar and also the fifteenth day of the same month, year by year, 9:22 as the days on ...read more

Scripture: Esther 9:20-22

Denomination: United Methodist

Gospel Distortion PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023

This sermon aims to discuss the importance of adhering to the true Gospel message, the dangers of distorting it, and the consequences of turning away from God's grace, as highlighted in Galatians 1.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. As we gather in fellowship today, we're going to dive into a critical conversation about a topic that is not just relevant, but pivotal. We're going to explore the book of Galatians, particularly Galatians 1, and discuss 'The Danger of Gospel Distortion', 'The ...read more

Topics: Turning, Gospel

Life’s Turning Points Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on May 12, 2019

When we see Ruth at the feet of the lord of the harvest, this is the turning point in the whole story of this book. Up till now, RUTH is laboring, with some protection and provision from Boaz. But from this point on, BOAZ is busy!

Life’s Turning Points Series: Ruth Chuck Sligh August 18, 2013 TEXT: Please turn to Ruth 3 INTRODUCTION I’d like to read a story to you that I thought was very interesting: It was Sunday morning and Harry was off. He pulled driveway in his 2-seater convertible, with the roof closed ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Turning On The Power Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jan 19, 2008

Learning how to unleash God’s power in our lives.

Series: Taking the First Steps Message #3: TURNING ON THE POWER <>Intro> (Showing a 5-iron and a golf club)...I just purchased this new golf glove, and it’s really wonderful. The grip is just right (slowly be putting on glove while continuing to talk), the fit is perfect, and it really makes ...read more

Scripture: John 15:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

As It Turned Out Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 15, 2020

The story of Naomi and Ruth teach us that even when things are not looking so good at the 6 foot level, 'as it turns out' God is still at work causing all things to work together for our good and His glory.

“As It Turned Out…” (Note when I type B/S = brothers and sisters) Good morning Church! NOW - I want to begin by reading what is probably one of the most popular, most well-known, and the all- time go to passages whenever anyone is facing difficult times… It was written 2000 years ago by the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Turning Point

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Jul 5, 2014

Your days of weeping and mourning are over. Get ready to receive a turn around.

Text: “You turned my wailing into dancing, you removed my sackcloth and clothed me with joy” (Psalm 30:11). Today I will be talking on TURNING POINT for I strongly believe that somebody is about to experience a turning point. What is a Turning Point? A turning point can be defined ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

From Panic To Praise

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 19, 2014

See how God turns our “Panic” situations into celebrations of Praise!

FROM PANIC TO PRAISE Exodus 14:5-31 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: HEALTH CARE JOKES 1. Benny got chest pains and went to see his doctor. After examining him, the doctor said, a. "There are 2 different opinions on how best to treat you. I'm convinced that you need a triple bypass heart ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:5-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Turning Towards Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007

The season of Lent is a season of repentance. Instead of focusing on the sin, or what we are turning from, we are going to focus on what we are turning towards.

Turning Towards: Series Introduction (Lent #1) March 5, 2006 Intro: All of life has a rhythm. There is birth, growth, and strength, and then weakness, decline, and death. There is work, and then there is rest. There is waking, then sleeping, then waking again. Day, and night. There is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Turn Around Living

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Aug 29, 2002

God is sovereignly in control over all. Acknowledge it or eat grass. This involves renoucing evil and acting mercifully toward the poor.

- - - - - - - - - - - Scripture quoted is from the New Living Translation - - - - - - - - - - - Well, it happened again. King Nebuchadnezzar had another strange dream. And once again all the king’s horses and all the king’s men couldn’t put ole’ Neb together again. None of his royal advisors and ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:1-37

Denomination: *other

Turning Tests Into Testimonies

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Sep 5, 2003

Learn how to overcome in any situation and turn your test into a testimony of victory!

Turning Tests into Testimonies How to Overcome in Any Situation 9/03/03 I. Introduction One year there was a terrible flood that deluged a small midwestern town located in a valley between two rivers. Both rivers had overflowed their banks and the rains continued to fall day and night. There was ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33, John 16:1-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational