Sermons on Contending For Others:

We Must Never Forget Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Sep 11, 2010

Remembering the events of September 11th and a call to forgiveness

“If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land.” (2nd Chronicles 7:14) We must never forget. How can any of us forget the early hours of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14-16

Denomination: Christian Church

"Real Community” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 21, 2010

God calls us to encourage one another and hold one another accountable to pursue our love relationship with Christ.

Many non-Christians mistakenly assume Christianity is just another religion. This is partly because many Christians have taken a religious approach to the Christian life. Rather than focusing on a growing love relationship with Christ, they focus on “dos and don’ts,” and proving they are right by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

A Bookkeeping Nightmare

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 27, 2010

Forgiveness is an act of understanding how much God has forgiven us; of the heart, making a changed spirit possible; and of the will, opening up all that God wants to do in us.

First Baptist Church of Gaithersburg, MD, October 4, 1979; Cresthill Baptist Church, Bowie, MD, June 8, 1980; Calverton Baptist Church, Silver Spring, MD, May 16, 1982; Takoma Park Baptist Church, Washington, DC November 24, 1985 Back in my early teen years I was a Monopoly freak. Not an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:23-35

Denomination: Baptist

A Harlot Crashes The Party

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jun 12, 2010

Jesus invites us to be involved with God to offer and practice the joy of forgiveness...it is what we pray in the Lord's Prayer. Robert Hoyer in his book writes "I do not pretend to do it well nor does anyone else I know...."

In Jesus Holy Name June 13, 2010 Text: Luke 7:36-50 Redeemer “A Harlot Crashes the Party” Dallas Willard a brilliant Christian thinker, theologian and professor at USC School of Philosophy in his book “Divine Conspiracy” writes: “Jesus offers ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Lutheran

A Picture Of Forgiveness- The Father Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 18, 2010

The father paints the most beautiful picture of forgiveness for all of us to behold!

INTRODUCTION • VIDEO CLIP (After clip, then go to PowerPoint’s) • SLIDE #1 • God gives us some DIFFICULT stuff to do at times. • Of all the things we are called to do as a follower of Jesus and quite frankly as a decent human being the thought of having to extend forgiveness to someone who has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

To Let Go Or Not? Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Jul 9, 2010

Feelings of hurt and pain are normal parts of everyday life. We all get hurt for various reasons. Can you imagine the days when you could not work normally, you just could not eat well, you were so disturbed and probably even had sleepless nights thinking

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Scripture: Colossians 3:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

To Forgive

Contributed by Thomas Donelan on Jul 24, 2010

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

Scripture: Mark 11:25-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Go To Jail Series

Contributed by Roy Newton on Feb 15, 2011

This sermon examines the second part of the fifth petition of our Lord’s Pattern for Prayer, "as we forgive those who sin against us.", seeking to explore our need for extend forgiveness to others.

A PATTERN FOR PRAYER DON’T GO TO JAIL! "… and forgive us our sins, as we have forgiven those who sin against us … If you forgive those who sin against you, your heavenly Father will forgive you. But if you refuse to forgive others, your Father will not forgive your sins." ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Agents Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Feb 15, 2011

We see in Paul's prayer of thanksgiving for Philemon the reality of a forgiven childe of God. He was not only forgiven but Paul points out He is an agent of forgiveness.

Intro: Today across America there will probably be many sermons based around the theme of love. How appropriate that Paul in this personal letter to Philemon commends him for his love having feet and hands. If you remember from last week that Paul was calling Philemon to forgive his run away ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Servant's Heart Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 16, 2011

Giving, Forgiving, Forgetting, and Serving. “Father, please transform my life so I can become more like Jesus every day.”

Who was the greatest person who ever lived? Without question, no person more greatly impacted the course of history than Jesus Christ. He didn’t do it through wars, conquest and domination. He changed the world by serving others. Jesus was the supreme example of servanthood. So how can we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Christian Church

A Matter Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 9, 2011

Forgiving others will set you free.

A Matter of Forgiveness January 24, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Forgiving others will set you free. Focus Passage: Matthew 18:21-35 Introduction: After the Civil War, Robert E. Lee visited a Kentucky lady who took him to the remains of a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Our Heavenly Heritage

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Apr 17, 2010

If we can be proud of being Native American, African American, etc., why can't we be proud of being Christian American?

1. Introduction a. Over the past years, the equal opportunity and affirmative action programs have pushed the concept of the importance of ethnic diversity. b. We have been told repetitively that we are a richer nation, a richer world, and richer as individuals, because of what a close identity ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Bear With One Another Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 24, 2009

It takes a lot of humility, patience and forgiveness to tolerate each other’s idiosyncrasies and faults, but it is vital for the health and unity of the body of Christ.

Introduction: A. Praise God for the great Friend Day we had last Sunday. 1. I was so encouraged by the number of friends that we had with us. 2. We need to keep in mind that friends are welcome among us every Sunday, so let’s keep inviting and bringing our friends and family with us. B. Today we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

House - Part 4 - House Manners Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Nov 28, 2009

Is God’s house a building? Does His house have rules, systems, or structure? How can we be His house unless we know?

House “House Manners” I. Introduction I told you in the very first message of this series that each natural house has its own set of rules. It has its own structure and set up. I also told you that it is essential for you to be a productive member of that house to know those house rules. So I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:40

Denomination: Pentecostal

Forgiven To Forgive Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 13, 2011

As challenging as it may be Christians are called to place no limitations on their forgiveness of others.

Matthew 18:21-35 “Forgiven to Forgive” INTRODUCTION The self-help industry is a multi-billion dollar business. There are millions of people, like you and me, who are willing to shell out significant amounts of cash in order to attain the nirvana of success. They develop seven ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Lutheran