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  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Forgiveness Is The Pits

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 24, 2009
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    Forgiveness is a healing process. It clears the way for a person to move forward.

    8/16/2009 Forgiveness is the Pits Matthew Chapter 18:21-35 Introduction- I want to talk a moment about forgiveness, and of course un-forgiveness. I want to look at: What it is, what it is not. How it affects you and those who have wronged you. What ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Parable Of The Unmerciful Servant Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Aug 28, 2009
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     | 6,293 views

    The key to forgiveness is to stop focusing on what others have done to me and start focusing on what God has done for me.

    [To receive free, weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] TWO DEBTS There are three main characters in this parable: • The king represents GOD. • The servant represents US. • The fellow servant represents the people who WRONG us. A huge debt is forgiven; a small debt is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Being Lost

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on Oct 2, 2009
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    In the Gospel according to Luke, • We find one of the greatest short stories that can be found in the Bible! • And the story I am referring to is the parable of "The Prodigal Son," • It’s one of the first stories we hear, as children, in Sunday Scho

    In the Gospel according to Luke, • We find one of the greatest short stories that can be found in the Bible! • And the story I am referring to is the parable of "The Prodigal Son," • It’s one of the first stories we hear, as children, in Sunday School. And As adults, we have heard this text ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    What Jesus Said About Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Michael Wiley on Mar 20, 2009
     | 3,651 views

    Because our greatest problem is sin, our greatest need is forgiveness and our need to forgive.

    “Jesus Said” What Jesus to His Followers “About Forgiveness” Michael Wiley Matthew 6:9-15 John 8:7-12 Matthew 18:23-35 March 22, 2009 Introduction: In our 11 teaching in our series—last week we spoke about our message and the world we have been called to take it to. The world needs our message ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Randy Trotter avatar

    I Can

    Contributed by Randy Trotter on Mar 28, 2009
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    We have to have an I CAN DO ATTITUDE when it comes to Christian Life in General, touching Jesus, touching one another, touching & winning souls

    “I CAN” INTRODUCTION: I like a person with an “I CAN DO ATTITUDE!” Even when you know they “CAN’T DO IT” you still gotta love somebody with an “I CAN DO ATTITUDE!” “I CAN DO ATTITUDES” get things done even when it looks like it can’t get done. “I CAN DO ATTITUDES” find a way to do things ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Lord's Prayer - Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jul 17, 2014
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    "Forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors:" When we think of forgiveness we usually think about who we have to forgive. Rarely do we remember that unforgiveness is a sin that we are committing when we refuse to forgive.

    Please continue standing as we read what is most commonly known as “The Lord’s Prayer” Matthew 6:9-13 (KJV) “Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    “how To Know You Have Forgiven” - Part Two Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 21, 2014
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    How do i know I have truly forgiven an offense?

    Last time, we read in Genesis 45:1-15 about the reconciliation of Joseph and his brothers. Joseph’s brothers had sold him into slavery in Egypt. There, he was unjustly accused, convicted and imprisoned. But God was using these experiences to shape Joseph for His purposes. While in prison, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    The Secret To Greatness Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 12, 2014
     | 6,973 views

    We’ve been through the desert temptation, witnessed the calling of Matthew, the return of the Rabbi. . . This message takes us to about 14 days from the crucifixion.

    THE SECRET TO GREATNESS Mark 10.32-45 Lenten Message April 6, 2014 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL A We’ve been through the desert temptation, witnessed the calling of Matthew, the return of the Rabbi. . . 1 This message takes us to about 14 days from the crucifixion. a He’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    “how Are We To Approach Someone Who Has Offended Us?" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Aug 18, 2014
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    If God calls me to speak to a person who has offended me, how do I go about it?

    When we have been offended, we must forgive, which we can do without saying anything to the offender. In fact, the Bible says it is a good thing if was can forgive and then overlook an offense. “It is to one’s glory to overlook an offense.” - Proverbs 19:11 (NIV) So, as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Open Doors Of Opportunity (2) Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 25, 2014
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     | 3,964 views

    Are we open or closed as a congregation? Is the work and worship about us only or do we include others?

    1. St Catherine's Monastery One of the oldest monasteries in the world is Saint Catherine's. Built by Emperor Justinian to protect the monks in the region, St. Catherine's sits at the foot of Mount Sinai in Egypt. The walls are made of granite and are between 8 and 35 meters tall. Up until last ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Lowe avatar

    Responding With Forgiveness

    Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 3, 2014
     | 4,405 views

    All of us would probably have to admit that when we have been mistreated, we find it hard to have a Christ-like mind and to express the forgiving Spirit of Christ toward those who have mistreated us.

    4-24-05 Title: Responding with Forgiveness Text: Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? Till seven times? Bible Reading: Matthew 18:21-35 21 Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Fr Mund Cargill Thompson avatar

    Biblical Finger Wagging Series

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Sep 6, 2014
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     | 5,121 views

    How do we deal with anger, sin and disagreement in our communities? Does Matt 18:15-17 inspire us to deep dastedely discipline or do we need to read it in the context of the rest of Matthew 18?

    How do we handle Sin? Anger? Conflict? Disagreement? Human beings are not very good at dealing with these things. “She’s not my friend any more” “She said this” “he did that” It happens at school, and we adults keep doing it. According to some ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Monty Newton avatar

    Getting Along Despite Our Differences

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 15, 2014
     | 6,314 views

    With God's help, Christians can walk hand in hand when we do not see eye to eye.

    Title: Getting Along Despite Our Differences (Food Fights) Text: Romans 14:1-12 Thesis: With God’s help, Christians can walk hand in hand when we do not see eye to eye. Introduction I’ve only been in one food fight and it was an impromptu event. It occurred at our kitchen where we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Accept Him Whose Faith Is Weak Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 22, 2014
    based on 85 ratings
     | 28,885 views

    What does this text say about accepting others in regard to their faith? 1- We must accept others who eat everything 2- We must accept others who observe sacred days 3- We must accept others without judging them

    INTRO.- ILL.- A man said: I was walking across a bridge one day, and I saw a man standing on the edge, about to jump off. I immediately ran over and said, "Stop! Don't jump!” "Why shouldn't I?" he said. I said, "Well, there's so much to live for!" "Like what?" "Well ... are you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Stop Passing Judgment Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 26, 2014
    based on 84 ratings
     | 29,863 views

    Let’s consider what it means to stop passing judgment on others. 1- We must not be stumbling blocks 2- We must recognize the kingdom 3- We must do whatever leads to peace

    INTRO.- ILL.- Wrong Guesses: A six-year-old lad came home with a note from his teacher in which it was suggested that he be taken out of school because he was “too stupid to learn.” That boy was Thomas A. Edison. (and yet Edison is the fourth most prolific inventor in history, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ