Introduction: How many of us need to “Turn Back”? In the days of the prophet Jeremiah, this was the message…Turn Back.

“16 Thus saith the LORD, Stand ye in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths, where is the good way, and walk therein, and ye shall find rest for your souls. But they said, We will not walk therein.” (Jer 6:16)

Why? Because his people had drifted from the God of the Bible. It was not that they were religious. They were. But the God of the Bible was not interested in His people having a form of godliness. Instead, He desires worship from the heart. He can see through the pretense and hypocrisy!

Do we need to Turn Back today?

1. Jacob Turned Back! (Gen 32)

Jacob had been a deceiver and a con artist but God changed him as he wrestled with the Angel of the Lord (pre incarnate Christ). 

His name was turned into Israel – a prince that prevails!

2. Moses Turned Back! (Exo 1- Deut)

Instead of trying to kill one Egyptian at a time, he learned to do things God’s way. Howbeit, it was through the burning bush encounter whereby he was changed. 

3. Jonah Turned Back! (Jonah 1-4)

After running from God’s call, and learning that you can run but not hide, Jonah TURNED BACK to obey the Lord. Spending sleepless time in the belly of a whale should get most anybody’s attention. 

4. Peter Turned Back! (Luke 22, John 21) 

Impetuous Peter stuck his foot in his mouth like we do so often. Claiming he would never deny Jesus, he learned that phrase “NEVER say NEVER”! However, afterwards, he TURNED BACK to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

We too can TURN BACK!

Conclusion: Will you TURN BACK today?