Sermons on Embrace Forgiveness:

Survivors Forgive Themselves And Others Series

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 11, 2010

A message on the importance of forgiveness in relationships and healing.

INTRO ƒ{ In this award winning film called "The Mission", Robert DeNiro plays a mercenary who after killing his brother in a fit of jealous rage takes shelter in a local church. ƒ{ He eventually leaves the church and heads to a mission post located above the waterfalls in a South American ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stopping The Hurt Through Forgiveness

Contributed by David Scudder on Dec 15, 2008

We live in a world that is hurting deeply. Relationships go sour, anger becomes the norm, and many live in a constant state of frustration. How can we live in a broken world and still have peace?

Purpose: To show why forgiving others is important. Aim: I want the listener to know how to forgive others and then do it. INTRODUCTION: We live in a world that is hurting deeply. Relationships go sour, anger becomes the norm, and many live in a constant state of frustration. Jesus, on the other ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Total Forgiveness- Part 3 Series

Contributed by Don Meyer on Sep 22, 2003

In our continuing examination of the doctrine of Forgiveness, we learn of the benefits for us personally to Forgive the way God Forgives us.

“Total Forgiveness- Part 3” Text: Luke 6:27-36 9-21-03 Grace, Mercy, and peace be unto you from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. There was once a Pastor who arrived at his new Church and his first Sunday in the pulpit he delivered a powerful sermon that really hit ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Learn To Forgive Like Joseph

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jul 20, 2001

By the grace of God Christians can learn to forgive others as Joseph forgave his brothers.

“Do we have to forgive Timothy McVeigh?” That question was discussed on the John Erling show on 740 AM, KRMG. A wide range of answers were given to that question. Some said, “No.” Others said, “Yes.” The host said he didn’t want to forgive him. There was a caller who said that since Mr. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:3-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Giving Hope To The Addicted In Christ Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Sep 22, 2023

ke “And he arose and came to his father. But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and felt compassion, and ran and embraced him and kissed him”, (Luke 15:20)

Introduction: Today is Blue Cross Sunday and the theme for the sermon is ‘Giving hope to the addicted in Christ’. The Blue Cross is a Christian organization whose major activity is the fight against alcohol and substance abuse. Alcohol and drug abuse has been a major problem throughout the ages ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Character Of One Who Forgives Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 5, 2016

In today's sermon I want to examine the character of one who forgives.

Scripture Last week I started a short series of sermons on Paul’s letter to Philemon. One writer said, “Philemon is about reconciliation and relationships between Christians.” Philemon was a wealthy, godly Christian who lived in the city of Colossae. He had a slave named ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:4-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Pursuing Holiness: Embracing God’s Promises Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 16, 2024

2 Corinthians 7:1 is a profound verse that calls us to live lives that reflect the holiness of God.

Pursuing Holiness: Embracing God’s Promises 2 Corinthians 7:1 Introduction: Today, we turn our attention to a profound verse that calls us to live lives that reflect the holiness of God. Our key verse for this message is 2 Corinthians 7:1 (NLT): "Because we have these promises, dear friends, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:1, 2 Corinthians 6:16-18, 2 Peter 1:4, 1 John 1:9, James 4:8, 1 Peter 1:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

It's All About People

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 25, 2025

God calls us to release control, embrace peace, magnify good, and trust Him to change people while transforming our hearts.

Introduction One interesting thing about people — they are everywhere. You can’t get away from them. Think about your day today: the barista handing you your usual beet root kale smoothie. That driver who cut you off on the freeway. The e-mail you got earlier from a coworker. The text you sent to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:16, Romans 12:18, 1 Peter 5:8, Matthew 25:1-10, Romans 12:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Father's Day: Embracing God's Loving Presence Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Jun 11, 2024

The main idea is to understand the importance of fathers, learn from God's example of being present and loving, and apply these lessons to our lives.

Studies show that having a loving and supportive dad makes a huge difference in a kid's life. Kids with involved dads do better in school, have better relationships, and feel better about themselves. But kids without a dad around can struggle. Every family is different, but a loving and present dad ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27

Topics: Fatherhood, Biblical Teachings, Spiritual Leadership, Parental Guidance

Buying Into The Vision

Contributed by John Perry on Aug 24, 2010

Just because there is a vision set before the people of God it doesn't mean that they have bought into it & embraced it. People need to be moved to the place where they will buy into the vision that God has for His church.

Bunbury Sun am 22/08/10 “Buying into the vision” Intro: *** I can still remember when I was just a young boy, maybe a teenager in my early teens, the vision that someone had. Actually it wasn’t his vision, he’d got it from someone in America as far as I know. The man had ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:11-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

"This World Is Not Our Home"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jun 4, 2014

The sermon teaches we are on a journey, pilgrimage, or sojourning so how do we survive? We survive by embracing our foreignness, seeking Gods protection, align with other citizens, have a good attitude, and remember we are here for a reason.

“This World is not our Home” John 17:1-19 1. Jesus said the following about the Disciples He shares they are not citizens here 14I have given them your word and the world has hated them, for they are not of the world any more than I am of the world. 16They ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-19

Denomination: Methodist

Navigating Times Of Change Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on May 23, 2024

Navigating Times of Change Series: Navigating New Seasons Brad Bailey – May 19, 2024

Navigating Times of Change Series: Navigating New Seasons Brad Bailey – May 19, 2024 Intro As mentioned... just 3 weeks from yesterday... is a very special event. 50th Anniversary Celebration... very unique opportunity... honor the founding lives... proving to be so timely... and to install Josh ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3, Hebrews 11:24, Hebrews 11:27, Deuteronomy 1:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Kingdom Of Expectations Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of the 'kingdom of expectations', emphasizing how our preconceived notions can prevent us from recognizing and accepting Jesus as our savior.

Welcome back church! I’m excited you’re here as we continue on in our 2-part series, King of all kingdoms. Last week we looked at John 18:28-39 and the collision that the Kingdom of God had with the kingdom of culture. This week we’ll be focusing way in on one verse from that longer passage that ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36

Topics: Kingdom Expectations, Savior Embrace, Divine Grace

Sermon Series: King Of All Kingdoms

Light Of The World Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of Jesus as the light of the world, encouraging individuals to move away from sin and darkness and embrace the hope and light brought by Christ.

Hello church! Welcome to another Sunday morning celebration. We are here today because of Jesus Christ and what He has done for us. He is whom we have been singing about and He is who we are going to learn more about today. If this is your very first time here, you picked a good Sunday. We are ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12, Genesis 3:1-7

Topics: Light Of The World, Overcoming Darkness, Embracing Hope

Sermon Series: Glow In The Dark

The Burden And Blessing Of Forgiving Others

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Feb 2, 2021

The gospel has made us all brothers and sisters, one in Christ Jesus. It has torn down whatever dividing walls used to stand between us, and it’s given us a reason to love and to forgive.

There are two sisters who aren’t speaking to one another because of things that happened, years ago: What does the gospel say to them? There’s a brother in the church who’s made a serious mistake: What does the gospel say to him, and those around him? There’s a whole congregation that needs ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:12-14, Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed