Sermons about Twists And Turns

Turning Trials To Triumph Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Oct 6, 2004

based on 34 ratings

| 17,389 views

This message explains why the Christian will face trials and what God’s desire is for the believer through the tests we face in life.

“EXTREME MAKEOVER” – PART TWO TURNING TRIALS INTO TRIUMPH JAMES 1:2-12 - ©DR. LARRY L. THOMPSON (2004) INTRODUCTION: Diamond Test Illustration: To test the genuineness of a diamond, jewelers often place it in clear water, which causes a real diamond to sparkle with special brilliance. An imitation ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Baptist

"Turn Stress Into Strength"

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 10, 2005

based on 23 ratings

| 5,291 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

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Free Methodist

Turning Outsiders Into Insiders

Contributed by Jim Twamley on Mar 25, 2003

based on 54 ratings

| 7,313 views

Becoming a part of a new church is about developing an entirely new network of relationships and emotional connections. That’s a big step for people; they move into it cautiously, especially those who have been disappointed by churches in the past.

Today, I want you all to put yourselves into the shoes of an unchurched visitor to (insert the name of your church). Becoming a part of a new church is about developing an entirely new network of relationships and emotional connections. That’s a big step for people; they move into it cautiously, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25, Hebrews 10:22-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Turning Chains Into Courage

Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 19, 2002

based on 64 ratings

| 5,864 views

Learn how right focus can turn obstacles and roadblocks into opportunities for courageous service for God.

This morning, we’ll continue with chapter 1, verses 12-18a, and we’ll look at how Paul turns his chains into courage. We will look at two observations from this text and one main principle with two areas of application. Observations: The first observation I like to make is from verse 13: "As a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Denomination: *other

Turning Chains Into Courage

Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 19, 2002

based on 120 ratings

| 9,723 views

Learn how right focus can turn obstacles and roadblocks into opportunities for courageous service for God.

This morning, we’ll continue with chapter 1, verses 12-18a, and we’ll look at how Paul turns his chains into courage. We will look at two observations from this text and one main principle with two areas of application. Observations: The first observation I like to make is from verse 13: "As a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Denomination: *other

To Far To Turn Back?

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Apr 19, 2002

based on 37 ratings

| 6,811 views

There is a point of no return....the point at which one has hardened his/her heart.

In many areas of life, there are points that we reach that make it impossible to return. A. Airplanes especially point this problem out. 1. Take-off......point of commitment....either fly or crash. 2. Long range flights.....point of no return.... don’t have enough fuel to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:62

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Surprising Turn Around Series

Contributed by Donovan Myers on May 4, 2002

based on 31 ratings

| 6,669 views

Sometimes change from the the most unexpected places.

A Surprising Turn Around JONAH 3 Donovan W. Myers Rosemount Missionary Church Desperate situations sometimes require desperate solutions. This is part of the reason Jesus congratulated the man in the story he told of the unjust steward - who on recognizing that his master was coming to audit him, ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

U-Turns Mandatory Series

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Dec 9, 2001

based on 31 ratings

| 5,695 views

Rrepentance is essential if we are going to be prepared for the coming of Christ and his kingdom (Advent, year A, Sunday 2, 9 Dec 01)

John the Baptist was a truly strange fellow. I can imagine his performance review from the board of clergy examiners. - - - - - - - - - Dear John ben Zechariah: The board of examiners completed their visit and frankly were concerned about several matters pertaining to your person ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: *other

Turn Around Living

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Aug 29, 2002

based on 48 ratings

| 6,686 views

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 Whiners Into Winners Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Oct 1, 2002

based on 66 ratings

| 11,326 views

In this message, we’ll learn how simply building a dream team to rebuild something that’s broken isn’t enough; we must anticipate the trainwrecks that can create whining, foster a losing attitude, and derail the rebuilding project.

I’m going to state the obvious. It’s more fun to win than it is to lose. Winning puts a smile on our faces. But what does it take to win? Quitters never win and winners never quit. Whiners never win and winners never whine. Turning whiners into winners Series: Here’s hope: Rebuilding a ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Turning The Hearts Of The Fathers

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

based on 104 ratings

| 10,150 views

We need fathers to take on the spiritual leadership in the home.

Title: Making the Most of Our Relationship Lesson 6 “Turning the Hearts of the Fathers” Text: Luke 1:11-17 Introduction: READ EXCERPTS FROM “HEART OF THE WARRIOR, A BATTLE PLAN FOR FATHERS TO RECLAIM THEIR FAMILIES.” Beginning at page 97 -- Would you agree that Satan is attacking our homes in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:11-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Turning Tragedy Into Triumph?

Contributed by Frank Piszczor on Sep 20, 2001

based on 84 ratings

| 7,332 views

Looking at September 11 as an honest and devoted follower of Christ.

Sermon "Turning Tragedy Into Triumph?" December 7, 1941 and September 11, 2001 are two days that will forever live in infamy in American history. This Tuesday, 19 men changed the world in which we live. From this tragedy, as people who are seeking to be honest and devoted followers of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Turning Point At Midnight

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Nov 6, 2003

based on 61 ratings

| 6,159 views

Our greatest discoveries come during the darkest times of our lives.

Scripture: Acts 16:23 – 26 Title: “Turning Point At Midnight” Introduction: Most of the present-day Church would not believe this story. (Acts 16:6 – 7) Especially the unbelieving world. You might ask, why. This story tells about people being led by the Holy Spirit – God giving directions through ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:23-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Turning Tragedy Into Triumph

Contributed by Mark Elkins on Jan 9, 2003

based on 37 ratings

| 6,314 views

Discovering how God can turn our tragedies into His triumphs.

We all have heard the story of H.G. Spafford who was a bussiness man who lost his home. He decided to take his family on vacation to England. He sent his family ahead of him. The ship wrecked, his four daughters drowned and his wife was on the other side of the world overwhelmed with grief. Yet ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Turning Up The Heat

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 26, 2002

based on 46 ratings

| 6,187 views

How to fan the smoldering embers into passionate flames in any relationship.

13, January 2002 Dakota Community Church Turning Up The Heat Introduction: This week I want to talk about how to go from smoldering embers to roaring flames of passion. These will work in any relationship, with God or with your spouse. Five ways to turn up the fire of passion: Mark 1:35 35Very ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:2-3, Mark 1:34-35

Denomination: Mennonite

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