Repentance
In the Bible, repentance (Hebrew: *teshuvah*; Greek: *metanoia*) signifies a profound change of heart and mind that leads to a transformation in behavior. It involves recognizing one's sinfulness and turning away from sinful actions toward God. In the Old Testament, repentance is often linked to the concept of returning to God (e.g., Deuteronomy 30:2), suggesting a restoration of relationship after sin. The prophetic literature frequently calls for repentance as a prerequisite for receiving God's mercy (e.g., Jeremiah 25:5; Ezekiel 18:30).In the New Testament, repentance is emphasized as a necessary step for salvation and spiritual renewal. Jesus began His ministry with a call to repentance (Mark 1:15), and the apostles continued this message, particularly in Acts 2:38, where Peter urges the crowd to "repent and be baptized." This call reflects a change of mind about sin and a turning toward God, resulting in a new life characterized by faith and obedience. Thus, repentance is not merely feeling remorse but involves a decisive commitment to live according to God's will, as seen in the parable of the prodigal son (Luke 15:11-32), which illustrates the joy of restoration that accompanies genuine repentance.
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A Pure Heart - Part 1
By Leonard Ravenhill44K43:43RepentanceEXO 20:2PSA 34:18PSA 51:17PSA 67:3PSA 103:2ECC 3:4REV 2:4In this sermon, Dr. Luke Reisman preaches from the historic pulpit of John Wesley in London. He highlights the power of reading and understanding the Word of God. He emphasizes the importance of reading scripture with sincerity and authenticity, rather than trying to be dramatic like actors. Dr. Reisman shares a personal story of a tragic experience in his own life to illustrate the need for mercy and the intimate relationship with God. He also references the 8th and 23rd Psalms to emphasize the greatness of God and His mercy towards mankind.
(Hebrews) 4-Repentance
By Leonard Ravenhill29K1:09:24RepentanceSpiritual AwakeningJHN 7:37Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the urgency of repentance in his sermon on Hebrews 4, focusing on Jesus' declaration during the last day of the feast, where He invites the thirsty to come to Him for living water. He reflects on the historical significance of the feast and the spiritual blindness of the people who, despite witnessing miracles, rejected Jesus. Ravenhill laments the state of the modern church, calling for a return to genuine repentance and a deep relationship with God, warning that time is running out for those who remain unrepentant. He passionately urges believers to seek the Holy Spirit and to live lives that reflect the glory of God, rather than being complacent in their faith. The sermon serves as a call to action for Christians to awaken from spiritual slumber and embrace the transformative power of repentance.
A Pure Heart - Part 2
By Leonard Ravenhill26K26:44RepentanceGEN 7:16PSA 51:2PSA 51:10ISA 1:18MAT 6:33ACT 5:31JN 1:7In this sermon, the preacher shares various stories and examples to emphasize the importance of being careful with our actions and choices. He highlights the concept of reaping what we sow and warns against committing adultery and other sinful acts. The preacher also shares a story about a woman who stole a swimsuit and the guilt she carried for years until she confessed and sought forgiveness. He emphasizes the need for repentance and forgiveness, both from God and from others. The sermon also touches on the need for a genuine relationship with God and the danger of having a cold or stony heart. The preacher challenges the audience to examine their hearts and consider the state of their relationship with God.
Door of Repentance
By Corrie Ten Boom24K40:06RepentanceMAT 5:44ACT 18:10EPH 4:31In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience of being in a prison and connecting with a man who was afraid of being whipped. Through love and sharing the word of God, the speaker was able to lead the man to accept Jesus. The speaker emphasizes the importance of having both a horizontal (connecting with others) and vertical (connecting with God) relationship when bringing someone to the Lord. The sermon also highlights the need for believers to be clean and holy, and the availability of the blood of Jesus to cleanse us from all sins.
Are We Longing for Repentance?
By Leonard Ravenhill23K1:08:31RepentanceIn this sermon, the preacher criticizes financially backed religion and questions why people are sent to other countries when there are issues in their own country. He emphasizes the importance of being genuinely born again and having a transformation in one's life. The preacher describes a scene where Jesus is in the midst of a crowd who had been focused on performances and rituals in the temple. He highlights the significance of Jesus' sacrifice and the need for personal introspection and repentance. The sermon concludes with a plea for people to have a genuine concern for the lost and to not be complacent in their faith.
Except Ye Repent
By Paris Reidhead16K45:32RepentancePSA 7:11MAT 5:20ROM 10:9HEB 2:3In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the dire plight and desperate need of humanity by contrasting it with the Beatitudes. He asks the congregation if they have ever been lost, and only a few hands go up. However, when he asks if they are saved, all hands go up. This leads him to reflect on the words of Jesus, who came to seek and save the lost. The preacher then highlights the importance of recognizing the authority of Christ and having a genuine heart-felt faith, rather than just a superficial agreement or emotional response. He concludes by urging the audience to consider their own salvation and the salvation of their loved ones, emphasizing the need to not neglect the great salvation offered by God.
Miracles That Follow the Plow
By A.W. Tozer16K41:09RepentanceHOS 10:12MAT 6:33MAT 13:3LUK 3:3GAL 6:7JAS 5:7REV 22:2In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of breaking up the fallow ground and seeking the Lord. He believes that if people take action and cultivate their spiritual lives, there will be a visitation from God that will impact others. The preacher urges the congregation to not be complacent or satisfied with a shallow spiritual life, but to strive for fruitfulness and spiritual growth. He uses the analogy of winter and spring to illustrate the transformation that can occur when people seek the Lord and allow the Holy Spirit to work in their lives.
A Call to Repentance
By Vance Havner10K36:16RepentanceMAT 3:2MAT 4:17MRK 6:12ACT 2:38ACT 20:21ROM 13:14REV 2:5In this sermon, the speaker uses the analogy of a water wheel in an old-fashioned mill to illustrate the importance of removing hindrances and obstacles in order for the church to operate effectively. He emphasizes the need for repentance and the removal of sin in order for the church to be successful in evangelism. The speaker also highlights the danger of trying to do things in our own strength, rather than relying on the power of the Holy Spirit. He encourages listeners to let God work through them and to abide in Him, rather than striving in their own efforts.
Repent, Repent, Repent
By Leonard Ravenhill10K1:23:53RepentancePSA 51:3PRO 29:1MAT 6:16JHN 8:112CO 5:17HEB 12:11JN 2:1In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of preparing for the final judgment. He mentions preaching for three and a half hours on the judgment seat and expresses his fear and awe of it. The preacher also discusses the misconception about the apostle Paul's words in Romans 7, clarifying that it is a funeral march while Romans 8 is a wedding march. He shares a story about a man repenting during a sermon on adultery, highlighting the power of God's glory to expose the human heart. The sermon concludes with the preacher discussing the liberation and emancipation that comes from the Spirit of God.
Whatever Happened to Repentance?
By David Wilkerson9.0K00:00RepentanceMAT 4:17MAT 23:37MRK 16:16LUK 5:32ACT 2:38ROM 2:4HEB 6:1In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of repentance and the forgiveness of sins through the blood of Jesus. He urges the congregation to come forward and confess their sins, both believers and non-believers alike. The preacher encourages everyone to be open and honest with God, confessing any hidden sins and seeking Godly sorrow in their hearts. He reminds the audience that all of heaven rejoices when even one sinner repents. The sermon concludes with a call to ask God to reveal where each individual stands in their relationship with Him.
Baptism of Repentance
By Leonard Ravenhill8.3K1:25:30RepentanceGEN 6:3MAT 3:11MRK 1:8ACT 1:5ACT 2:4ROM 6:41CO 12:13In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the difference between walking in a normal regenerate state and walking in the power of the Holy Ghost. He highlights the radical transformation that occurs when someone is born again and filled with the Holy Spirit. The speaker uses the analogy of a rocket launch to illustrate the power of fire, comparing it to the power of the Holy Spirit. He also shares a testimony of a woman named Miss Swan who captivated a bored and tired congregation with her passionate testimony. The sermon concludes with a reminder that the biblical way of shining is through burning, which signifies being completely surrendered to God's will.
God's New Thing
By Paris Reidhead7.7K55:07RepentanceEXO 19:1In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of moral rearmament and its impact on individuals living a materialistic and selfish life. The preacher explains that moral rearmament encourages individuals to list all the aspects of their life that go against the principles of unselfishness, love, truth, and purity. By verbalizing these aspects and making a commitment to live by these four absolutes, individuals can repent and seek a life governed by these principles. The preacher emphasizes the importance of repentance and how it aligns with God's promise to write His law upon our hearts.
(Messages) Repentance
By Basilea Schlink7.5K51:16RepentancePSA 51:17MAT 3:2ACT 3:192CO 7:10JAS 5:20REV 2:4REV 3:5During World War II, many German people experienced suffering and developed a hunger for the word of God. The speaker received numerous requests for Bible studies and lectures, which brought joy and gratitude. However, a moment of revelation unsettled the speaker, leading them to realize the importance of repentance. The speaker emphasizes that repentance is the gateway to heaven and the heart of the Father, as preached by John the Baptist and Jesus himself. The speaker highlights the human tendency to be apathetic and indifferent towards our own sins, often blaming others or even God. They stress the need to recognize our lack of repentance and turn to God in faith, as He is able to create repentance in our hearts through His Holy Spirit. Jesus' sacrifice on the cross not only destroyed Satan's power but also the hardness of our hearts, enabling us to weep over our sins and the suffering we have caused. The call to repentance is both a command and a promise.
Resurrection Realm
By David Wilkerson6.1K1:27:36RepentanceMAL 3:1MAT 6:33LUK 12:49In this sermon, the speaker expresses his disillusionment with organized religion, citing examples of extravagant spending and begging for money. He then shifts his focus to the concept of the resurrection realm, emphasizing that those who enter this realm must go through refining fires. He references the book of Malachi and the story of Lazarus in the Gospel of John to support his points. The speaker also shares a personal story about his wife's struggle with alcoholism and how God showed him the importance of loving and being tender towards others.
Grace of God Brings Repentance
By Paris Reidhead6.0K46:10RepentanceTIT 2:11In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of listening to the word of God. He quotes Titus 2:11, which speaks about the grace of God that brings salvation to all people. The preacher then shares a personal story about a tragic car accident involving his friend, highlighting the contrast between his own salvation and his friend's fate. He also mentions the book of Ecclesiastes, where Solomon explores different avenues of satisfaction and power, ultimately finding them empty. The sermon encourages listeners to live a godly life and not to despise the authority of God's word.
Passing Under the Rod
By David Wilkerson5.7K1:21:38RepentanceLEV 27:32EZK 9:1EZK 34:20In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the urgency of the last days and the impending wrath of God. He highlights the image of a trumpet sounding and preparations being made for battle, but no one actually going to fight. The preacher sees this as a reflection of the current state of the church, where many are not actively engaged in spiritual warfare. He warns that judgment will begin in the house of God and calls for a separation and a return to Bible preaching. The preacher then reads a prophecy from Ezekiel 7, emphasizing the need for a revival of true biblical teaching.
End of Service - Repentance
By David Wilkerson5.5K11:35RepentancePSA 27:8PSA 46:10MAT 22:37JHN 14:6JHN 16:13ROM 8:14HEB 10:19In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal experience of surrendering his life completely to God. He acknowledges that there were areas in his life where he thought he had given everything to God, but God revealed to him that there were still areas that he was holding back. The speaker expresses his desire to fully surrender to God and be in a place of intimacy with Him. He emphasizes that true love is based on truth and encourages the audience to stand before the Lord and listen to the Holy Spirit speaking to their hearts.
Repentance
By Alan Redpath5.2K56:01RepentanceISA 40:3LUK 3:3HEB 10:11In this sermon, the speaker discusses the distinguishing factor of a Christian and what sets them apart from unbelievers. He emphasizes the importance of repentance and changing one's mind about God. The speaker shares a personal story about a minister in Scotland and his talkative son. The sermon also references John the Baptist's preaching about repentance and the need to produce good fruit in one's life. The speaker concludes by mentioning the importance of generosity and helping those in need.
Christ’s Call to Repentance
By David Wilkerson4.3K43:57RepentanceLUK 13:1In this sermon, the speaker addresses the frequency of natural disasters and how quickly we forget about them. He emphasizes that these events are not just random occurrences, but rather God speaking to humanity. The speaker mentions the story of Noah and how God waited patiently for 120 years while Noah preached about the coming judgment. He also mentions a powerful message from Billy Graham about the need for repentance and readiness for judgment. The sermon concludes with the speaker introducing the topic of Christ's call to repentance, referencing a scripture from Luke 13:1-5.
Hatching Snake Eggs
By David Wilkerson4.0K1:04:51RepentancePSA 35:11PSA 121:1ISA 58:1ISA 59:2MAT 6:33In this sermon, the preacher addresses the issue of putting off seeking deliverance from sin and turning back to God. He calls on those who have been injured or run away from God to come forward and acknowledge their need for deliverance. The preacher emphasizes that God is with His people and will save them, even in overwhelming situations. He encourages the congregation to have confidence in God's control over every aspect of their lives and to find joy in their relationship with Him. The sermon concludes with an invitation to request a copy of the message and contact information for further communication.
My Sin Is Ever Before Me
By Leonard Ravenhill3.9K1:23:39RepentancePSA 51:1PSA 51:7ROM 8:16In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of prioritizing prayer and putting faith into action. He uses examples from the Bible, such as David's downfall after his affair with Bathsheba, to illustrate the consequences of straying from God's path. The speaker also highlights the influence of godly mothers, referencing Mrs. Wesley as an example of a woman who prioritized her children's spiritual growth. He encourages the audience to examine their own idols, particularly the excessive use of television, and to seek purification from sinful thoughts and behaviors. The sermon concludes with a reminder of the Holy Spirit's role in guiding and convicting believers.
Amend Your Ways
By A.W. Tozer3.8K50:01RepentanceJER 7:4JER 7:12JER 7:23JER 7:28JER 7:31In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of giving God and our souls a chance to breathe by prioritizing spiritual matters over worldly distractions. He highlights how indulging in external things like television, magazines, and sports can suffocate our souls and starve us spiritually. The preacher encourages discipline in sermon preparation and warns against the dangers of neglecting prayer and spending excessive time on entertainment. He also emphasizes the need for discipline in all aspects of life, including attending church, praying, and giving. The sermon concludes with a call to action, urging listeners to make a decision for salvation and not to remain on the verge of the kingdom of God.
A Few R's - and Repent!
By Vance Havner3.6K28:49RepentanceJHN 6:66In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding the times and knowing what God's people should do. He highlights the promise of the Lord's return and the need for revival in the face of an anti-Christian world. The preacher encourages believers to do more than just be faithful, but to actively engage in spreading the message of the Gospel. He references the story of Gideon as an example of someone who had a burden for the times, desired to see God work, and was aware of his own weakness. The sermon emphasizes the need for individuals to take a stand and be a catalyst for change, starting with a few dedicated individuals.
Don't Expect a Perfect Repentance
By Paul Washer3.6K13:19RepentanceMAT 7:7MRK 9:24LUK 18:13ACT 17:30ROM 10:92CO 7:10HEB 12:2In this sermon, the preacher addresses the common struggle of individuals who feel unable to be saved, repent, or believe in God. He acknowledges the superficiality of some salvation offerings and the reaction against it. The preacher emphasizes the importance of looking unto Jesus and placing faith in Him, rather than focusing on the quality or greatness of one's own faith. He cautions against demanding too much of oneself or others in terms of repentance and faith, and highlights the ongoing growth and reality of these aspects in a believer's life.
God's Grief Over His People
By David Wilkerson3.5K42:50RepentanceEXO 20:3PSA 37:7ISA 51:1ISA 58:1MAT 6:33ROM 15:4HEB 3:12In this sermon, the minister shares various stories and concerns about the state of the church and God's people. He mentions a pastor whose wife left him, grandparents who feel disconnected from their Christian grandchildren, and a church in New Jersey that has started incorporating ballroom dancing into their services. The minister also shares a powerful testimony of a woman named Lucy who had a personal encounter with Jesus, where he expressed his weariness with his bride, the church. The sermon emphasizes the need for God's people to love and prioritize their relationship with Him, as He desires to be loved by His bride.