Why Doesn't Everyone Turn Back to God? | Revelation 8 and 9 | Part 16

Welcome to Woody! What does it take for us to turn back to God? And why do warnings sometimes fail to change our hearts? In this message, Stuart takes us through Revelation 8–9, exploring some of the Bible’s most challenging and vivid imagery. The seven trumpets reveal a picture of God’s judgement on evil and injustice, reminding us that God is in control and that our choices have real consequences. Yet even in these difficult passages, we see something important: God is patient, leaving room for people to turn back to him. Stuart explores how the warnings in Revelation echo the plagues of Egypt and how they challenge us to think about the state of our own hearts. Fear might get our attention, but it cannot transform us on its own. As Romans 2:4 reminds us, it is God’s kindness that leads us to repentance. At the heart of this message is the hope we find in Jesus. Through his death on the cross, we are offered forgiveness and rescue from judgement. We are also reminded that our prayers matter, and that we can bring the injustice and suffering we see in the world before God. Whether you are exploring Christianity or have followed Jesus for years, this message invites you to reflect, respond to God's kindness and trust in the hope found in Christ. If you have questions about faith or would like someone to pray with you, we would love to hear from you. Connect with us: 🌐 https://www.woodybap.org.uk 📸 https://www.instagram.com/woodybapcardiff 📘 https://www.facebook.com/woodybapcardiff