How to tell if someone is truly repentant: Seven Identifying Marks of the truly repentant 2 Cor. 7:8-12 Intro: Do Christians need to repent? Jesus said that we do (Luke 17:3–4), and Paul agreed with Him (2 Cor. 12:21). Four of the seven churches of Asia Minor, listed in Revelation 2–3, were commanded…

By Pastor Glenn Pease O Henry tells a short story of the lad who grew up in a small village and sat next to a lovely young lady so innocent and sweet. He left that village for the big city where he got in with the wrong crowd and became a thief and a pick pocket. One day as he was working the crowd,…

The Changing Times 21 Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. 22 Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy…

Following the Steps of the Savior Matthew 4:17-22 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Feb. 13, 2013 *Over the years, I have known maybe 15 or 20 people who got to visit the Holy Land. They all said what a blessing it was to walk in the footsteps of Jesus. *Most of us can only imagine what…

REVELATION 2-3 As some of know only to well, if you ever have to moved to a new community and had to select a new church home, it can be really difficult it is to examine and evaluate a church and its ministry. Imposing buildings may house dying or dead congregations, while modest structures might belong…

BY PASTOR GLENN PEASE A mother calling to her son shouted, "Johnny, tell your sister to get in the house out of the rain." "I can't mom," came the reply. "And just why can't you?" demanded his mother. "Because we are playing Noah's Ark mom, and she's one of the sinners." We like to make the distinction…

Wherefore whosoever shall eat this bread, and drink this cup of the Lord, unworthily, shall be guilty of the body and blood of the Lord. But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of that bread, and drink of that cup. For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth and drinketh damnation to…

Love is a word that gets thrown around alot. It has lots of different meanings and nuances. Love a pet. Love Chocolate. Love food. Love a child. Love a football team . It has been pointed out that even in the Greek language of Bible days there were multiple words that conveyed some idea of love. There…

Introduction Last week, we were introduced to the magnificent vision of Christ which John saw, which left him as though he were dead. This was similar to the vision that several of the Old Testament prophets had seen with a similar feeling of being undone. However, in this vision, it was more than a…

Living with the Past  Title of Sermon o Living with the Past  Text to be preached: o Ephesians 2:1-10 Ž Introduction #1: John Newton Who am I? I was an only child and lost my mother when I was seven years old. I went to sea at the tender age of eleven and later became involved “in the unspeakable atrocities…

Ritual without relationship is meaningless. Doctrinal purity is no substitute for passionate obedience. The church must never leave her first love. https://faithlifetv.com/media/766286

While David is among the Philistines preparing for battle against Israel, the Lord providentially steers circumstances to deliver David and to get his attention. David responds attentively and appropriately to get back on track.

Hebrews 2:1-4

In Luke’s gospel Jesus said, “… Unless you repent, you too will all perish” (see Luke 13:2-9). That was Jesus’ word to the devout who wanted to know. We believe this is Jesus’ word to us in this generation. Unless we cultivate a deeply repentant spirit, we will not become the holy and loving people He…

Scripture provides examples to illustrate the importance of repentance for individuals and communities.

According to God's Word, times of tragedy are not to be wasted! In fact, they are always God's merciful call to repentance! To get right with Him! This morning I want to look at the kind of repentance that God calls His own people to.

There is no "audio only" version, but you can watch it on our YouTube channel, https://youtu.be/SRW4t9Vlnjw. This is the second message in a six-part series as we continue our 40-day prayer journey. The focus of this message is on repentance. Repentance is about turning back toward God so that he can do something about our unholiness. Repentance (turning back to God) is his gracious means of restoring us into unobstructed fellowship with himself. This message is based on Revelation 1-3.

We can still follow the footsteps of Jesus. God's Word shows us how. 1. We must repent (vs. 17). 2. We must respond to God's call (vs. 18-19). 3. We must be re-created by God (vs. 19). 4. We must rely on God for the catch (vs. 19-22).

Forget the Past: Philippians 3:4-14

Biblically an awakening in the church community. To return to are first love.