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  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    A Forgiving Heart

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 24, 2014
     | 10,085 views

    This message from Matthew 6:12-15 explains why forgiveness is essential and practical steps that can be taken to accomplish it.

    A Forgiving Heart Matthew 6:12-15 (Inspired by a message from Dan Allender) INTRODUCTION: Jesus had a lot to say about forgiveness. When he taught his disciples how to pray (in what we now call the Lord’s Prayer) Jesus said, “Forgive us our debts as we also have forgiven our debtors, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Reinventing The Very Best In You

    Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Jan 29, 2011
    based on 185 ratings
     | 31,209 views

    Why does good things sometimes never last? What is the purpose of irritations and provocation that leads to frustrations? - It is because God want you to discover the very best in you!

    REINVENTING THE VERY BEST IN YOU Reading: 1 Samuel 1: 1-20 Honestly speaking, the first month of this year is a month of surprise irritations and frustration for me and my family. This is the time when some of my dearest friends suddenly became like enemies just because of misunderstanding. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Harambee Not A-New Jack City

    Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Mar 22, 2011
     | 5,934 views

    Sermon Preached at the April 2010, 125 servant leaders from around the nation gathered on the Children's Defense Fund Alex Haley Farm to participate in a Youth Advocate Leadership Training (YALT) to address issues involving our youth. At the April traini

    Jeremiah 1:17 "But you—up on your feet and get dressed for work! Stand up and say your piece. Say exactly what I tell you to say. Don't pull your punches or I'll pull you out of the lineup. 18-19"Stand at Up while I prepare you for your work. I'm making you as impregnable as a ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Thomas Donelan avatar

    To Forgive

    Contributed by Thomas Donelan on Jul 24, 2010
     | 6,816 views

    To err is human, to forgive divine? Not if we are to believe what the Bible says on forgiving. Come and see the great release in our lives when we forgive like God forgives us.

    Introduction When we have been wronged in our own minds we feel a need to hold it against them, to want to get even, you harbor bitterness in your heart. After all I am a man and nobody disrespects me! Does this sound familiar? Does this sound right? Does this mean I am to let him off free? What ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Words That Heal And Words That Hurt

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Feb 23, 2009
    based on 38 ratings
     | 21,866 views

    The words we use in our conversation say a lot about our character. Jesus said, “For whatever is in your heart determines what you say.” Matthew 12:34b NLT

    Words that Hurt and Words that Heal Matthew 12:33-37 James 3:1-12 Why is it that we have such a struggle with being totally open and honest? We tend to blend in with most Americans in telling little white lies and fibs. Here are some well know fibs: The check is in the mail. I’ll start my diet ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Dr. Madana Kumar, PhD avatar

    Edging God Out Through Un-Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Oct 28, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,657 views

    One of the many ways we Edge God Out of our lives is by our inability to forgive.

    We are studying the different ways in which we Edge God out of our lives. The ways in which we separate ourselves from God. Till now we have examined the issue of Ego, Pride and Fear. Today we will take a look at the biggie, Unforgiveness. All of us have gone through situations where we have been ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Thermometer Or Thermostat: Which Are You?

    Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 9, 2022
     | 5,505 views

    A thermometer tells how hot or cold something or someone is. It doesn’t try to change its environment. A thermostat, on the other hand, alters the temperature. Christians should be thermostats, changing their neighborhoods, families, work, etc.

    THERMOMETER OR THERMOSTAT: WHICH ARE YOU? Mt. 5:16 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A Pastor told one of his faithful church members, “Mrs. Smith, I appreciate your devotion. You are present at all the services!” 2. Mrs. Smith: “Yes, it’s such a relief, at the end of a long, hard week, to come to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    When Emotions Stifle Our Conscience Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Dec 15, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,713 views

    Many people are struggling with jealousy. Notice how jealousy arises in our hearts only when we compare ourselves with others. Most often our comparisons are only with those who are doing better than us, never with those who have much less than us.

    When emotions stifle our conscience In Genesis 42:21, we read, “Then they said to one another, “In truth we are guilty concerning our brother, in that we saw the distress of his soul, when he begged us and we did not listen. That is why this distress has come upon us.” (ESV) These are the words ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    A Thanksgiving Meal—in The Springtime! Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Nov 22, 2022
     | 2,183 views

    Barley harvest--springtime--may not be the time when people think about Thanksgiving Day meals. During Elisha's day, a pair of miracles made a small meal into a real feast!

    (Full disclosure: Sermon Central has accepted two of my different illustrations based on this text. This message is not merely a combination of those illustrations.) Introduction: What do you think of when you’re pondering a Thanksgiving Day meal? For many years, it’s a more or less American ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joy In The Morning

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on May 17, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,241 views

    The following sermon is going to review some of Jesus’ final words to His disciples before His crucifixion in hope that in His presence and with our eyes fixed on eternity our deep sorrows might be turned into an everlasting joy.

    Joy in the Morning John 16:16-22 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.” Charles Spurgeon Living in a world where dreams are constantly being dashed amidst the waves of uncertainty, instability and a myriad ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Burdette avatar

    Cancel The Debt Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Aug 29, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,930 views

    Forgiveness, Freedom, Compassion

    JAIL BREAK (Breaking the Chains of Unforgiveness) - Cancel the Debt June 26, 2022 Matthew 18:21-35 Introduction: Two Christians went before a judge on charges of assault and disturbing the peace. The judge patiently listened to the evidence from both men, and then he called ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Allan Quak avatar

    Feeling Lucky? Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 20, 2018
     | 7,578 views

    Through God's providence Ruth and Boaz are brought together and this relationship enables Ruth to be protected from exploitation. A foundation for redemption is being laid.

    Message Ruth 2:1-23 “Feeling Lucky” We live in a world where more and more people do not believe in God. At the same time, that does not stop our society from believing in the influences of higher forces, or forces beyond our control. Some people call it fate or luck. Others call it coincidence ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Small Things? You May Never See? You May Never Know?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 2, 2021
     | 2,544 views

    In the ministry we may have many questions? Why can't I see the fruit of my labor now? Little things can kill the effectiveness of ministry. Are we called to success or faithfulness. Love small things. Never use comparison.

    SMALL THINGS? YOU MAY NEVER SEE? YOU MAY NEVER KNOW? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Two part) A VICTIM SPIRIT WILL OFTEN SAY: LORD, I DON’T KNOW HOW I AM GOING TO DO THIS? WE NEED TO HAVE THE ATTITUDE TO SPEAK: LORD, I CAN’T WAIT TO SEE HOW YOU ARE GOING TO HANDLE THIS! ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    The Lost Art Of Hearing, Understanding, Cherishing And Respect.

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 12, 2025
     | 177 views

    There are some sad things happening in our society. We have seen the lost art of understanding each other, listening with our heart, the loss of respect and the lost art of cherishing one another.

    THE LOST ART OF HEARING, UNDERSTANDING, RESPECT AND CHERISHING By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) LOST ART? WANT TO TALK ABOUT FRAUD? In 1927, Thomas J. Faulkner of the Peoples’ party ran against Charles King of the Whig Party for the Presidential ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Forgiveness

    Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Jul 14, 2001
    based on 350 ratings
     | 24,910 views

    Forgiveness is a foundational principle to Christian living yet one of the very things that holds many in bondage today.

    Forgiveness  Forgiveness is a foundational principle to Christian living yet one of the very things that holds many in bondage today.  Most are fine with the principle of forgiveness but never truly execute its full meaning in their life.  The absence of forgiveness in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational