Sermons on Debts:

The Freedom Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Nov 5, 2023

This morning we look at Matthew 18:21-35 and learn the true meaning behind Forgiveness. Forgiving others is not just a command which Christ gives to us, but something which heals us from bitterness.

The Freedom of Forgiveness (Thanks to Jeff Strite @ Sermon Central for many ideas in this) Our Epistle Lesson begins with Paul thanking God for the Philippians. Their Bishop, Epaphroditus, brought Paul a substantial love offering to help cover his costs while he sat in house arrest in Rome. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Anglican

Will You Desert Him? Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Apr 6, 2022

In the moment of conflict, his disciples deserted him. But Jesus wasn’t alone at the cross. John tells us of others who were there.

- What Will You Do With Jesus? - Will You Desert Him? Introduction John 19:28-30 - the last moments of Jesus’ life. 28 After this, Jesus, knowing that all was now finished, said (to fulfill the Scripture), “I thirst.” 29 A jar full of sour wine stood there, so they put a sponge full of the sour ...read more

Scripture: John 19:23-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Motive Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 7, 2021

Motive has a lot to do with the spirit of the law? Let’s look at motive in three areas highlighted by Jesus.

Motive has a lot to do with the spirit of the law? Let’s look at motive in three areas highlighted by Jesus. 1. Motive in Giving to the Poor Christians are to help the poor, but with what motive? This is a complementary passage to Jesus’ instructions to let our light (of good works) shine. We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Go Beyond

Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 22, 2021

You cant take donkeys with you and your servants who have a slave mentality, you now are going to the next dimension with God.

Go beyond your comfortable zone Genesis 22:5”Abraham said to his young men, "Stay here with the donkey, and I and the lad will go over there; and we will worship and return to you." Abraham had to leave behind the donkey, servants and go further with his only beloved son Isaac because ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

7 Pictures Of The Gospel: Healing Gospel, Grace Gospel, Penal Sub, Defeat Of Satan, And Social Gospel

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jan 27, 2022

How do you define the gospel? How do you share it with others? 5 perspectives theologically explored.

We all have a certain way we explain the gospel to ourselves and to those who need it. I've heard the various formulas many times. Which one is most accurate? How do they fit together? Let's take a look. Hurt/Healing Gospel This is a popular gospel for the post-modern age. Common in ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21, Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Salvation Army

Provers (23)

Contributed by Michael Monica on Dec 17, 2023

Proverbs 1

Proverbs 01 Verse 1 “The proverbs of Solomon…” - Chapters 1-9: Introduction. - Chapters 10-29: Application of wisdom. - The book of Proverbs is a collection of practical life wisdom, given mostly in very short memorable statements. - The book is unique in the way it is structured as it is a ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thankful

Contributed by Mark Lindsey on Nov 20, 2025

Psalm 103 examines Who should be thankful - What part of my life should be thankful - Why I should be thankful

“THANKFUL” PSALM 103:1-5 Two men are walking in a field when a bull starts to chase them. “He is gaining, you better start praying!” “I cannot pray in public; I have never been much of a pray-er.” “You better start now because he is almost here.” All the fellow could remember was the prayer he ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Exchange: Living The Crucified Life

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 2, 2025

In this sermon we uncover the revolutionary secret to the Christian life: it is not a matter of our improvement for God, but our replacement by Him.

Introduction: The Heart of the Matter My dear brothers and sisters in the Lord, I greet you this morning in the matchless name of Jesus Christ. If you were to take a single pen and a single piece of paper, and you were asked to summarize the entire Christian experience in one sentence, you would be ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Baptist

We All Know Lazarus

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 24, 2025

Meeting Jesus in the Lazarus' of this world.

Luke 16:19-31 “We All Know Lazarus” We have all seen him. He lies on a pile of newspapers outside a shop doorway, covered with a rough blanket. Perhaps he has a dog with him for safety. People walk past him or even step over him. Maybe he occasionally rattles a few coins in a tin cup, asking ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: United Methodist

The Unrighteous Steward

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 1, 2004

A message on our stewardship responsibilities for the things of God (Not necessarily a tithing sermon).

THE UNRIGHTEOUS STEWARD Luke 16:1-13 INTRO: Charles Dickens wrote about a man who was very selfish. Ebenezer Scrooge. We use this term to describe someone who is a tightwad. Perhaps it could describe the unrighteous steward Jesus tells about in Luke’s Gospel. Let’s see three things about this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord's Prayer : A Model For Prayer

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 3, 2002

This sermon is a simple and clear exposition on the Lord’s prayer and is an excellent guide to prayer patterns.

THE LORD’S PRAYER : A MODEL FOR PRAYER Matthew.6:9-13. I SALUTATION: The Lord Jesus taught us how we should begin our prayers. 1.THE PERSON: "Our Father". Our prayer will be most effective when we come to God as His children and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Serving Without Fear

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2005

Often, we fear what we cannot see. Perhaps we are afraid to truly follow where God leads because we can’t see where we are going and are afraid. But God, in Christ has brought light into the world to illuminate our path and show us the way so that we ma

Serve Without Fear – Luke 1: 67 - 79 Intro: Old cemetery surrounded by stone wall. A large pecan tree stood very close by the wall. – 2 boys went behind the wall to pick up nuts and sort them, “One for you; one for me.” - Another boy happens by the cemetery and overhears the sorting. He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:68-79

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Congregational Candlelight Service

Contributed by Jeffrey Hall on Dec 28, 2006

Congregational candlelight service. Excellent symbolism. May be used for Christmas, Good Friday or Easter

–Candlelight Service– Supplies – 3 place Candelabra (2 white, 1 red cnadle) 1 White Pastor’s Candle 2 Red Usher Candles Congregational Candles Drip Protectors -Pass out candles (no one under 6yrs) John 8:12 Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying, "I am the light of the world. He who follows Me ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trials And Wilderness Period

Contributed by Karen Buck on Jul 3, 2006

Trials and Wilderness times, either one can be a test. This outline examines the difference between the two.

I. TYPES OF TRIALS A. Physical a. Health; handicaps;physical; addictions B. Emotional a. Our emotions are involved in it. C. Spiritual a. Soul ties; occult activities have not been renounce. b. Legal Right of Satan c. Importance of walking in Authority of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why We Need To Forgive Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 29, 2000

Your life should be characterized by forgiveness because Jesus first forgave you.

When a person receives Jesus as their personal Leader and Forgiver, the Creator of the universe comes to dwell inside of them. Jesus forgave your sins past - present - future because He is the same yesterday, today, and forever. (Heb 13:8) Jesus has given you the power to forgive Your life ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12-15, John 13:34-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational