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A Rebuke To Forgiveness-Only Salvation

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 30, 2025

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This is a challenging passage. Surely Paul doesn't mean that we have to actually live like that?! What it all points us to is a false gospel that is too often preached today - "forgiveness-only" belief. What does this passage tell us about what real salvation looks like?

A COMMON BELIEF TODAY: I am “saved” and unchanged. - Matthew 7:15-20; Matthew 7:24-27; Luke 13:6-9; John 15:8. - This passage makes us uncomfortable. It sounds harsh and unrealistic. We will delve into how we are to understand it as we move forward. - A good place to start is a major reason why ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Finding The Father Through Forgiveness

Contributed by David Dewitt on Feb 8, 2001

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The Lord’s prayer sets a model of God’s desire to forgive

Finding the Father through Forgiveness Matthew 6:12-13 October 17, 1999 Morning Worship INTRODUCTION I. Sir Alexander Fleming and Winston Churchill A. Young Churchill saved from drowning 1. Winston Churchill nearly died at a young age 2. He was swimming with friends and got in too deep and began ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12-13

Denomination: Church Of God

A Letter About Forgiveness- Be Different Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 6, 2023

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This is the 152nd sermon in the series "Action". This is the 1st sermon from Philemon.

Series: Action [#152] A LETTER ABOUT FORGIVENESS- BE DIFFERENT Philemon 1:1-25 Introduction: Thank you for all of the prayers, texts, calls, gifts, and food. As Pastor of Bel Aire for almost 25 years, I have spent many hours with people while their loved ones were having surgery. I have sent ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

"Who Can Forgive Sins?" Series

Contributed by Christopher Howitz on Oct 29, 2017

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"Jesus ripping a hole in the roof of religion"

“The time has come,” Jesus said, “The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news!” (1:15) That was Jesus’ great announcement that is at the start of Mark’s gospel, at the beginning of Jesus’ ministry in Galilee. In Mark’s gospel account, he wants to tell us three things. One is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-17

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Stephen’s Faith And Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 28, 2025

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Stephen’s life teaches believers how to maintain faith and forgiveness even in the face of hatred, persecution, and death.

STEPHEN’S FAITH AND FORGIVENESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 7:54-60 Key Verse: “And he kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, Lord, lay not this sin to their charge. And when he had said this, he fell asleep.” (Acts 7:60) Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:44; Luke 23:34; Romans ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:54-60

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Confession Of Sin And Prayer For Forgiveness.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Sep 6, 2001

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FIFTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST SEPTEMBER 16, 2001 Psalm 51:1-20 Title: “Confession of sin and prayer for forgiveness.”

FIFTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST SEPTEMBER 16, 2001 Psalm 51:1-20 Title: “Confession of sin and prayer for forgiveness.” This is the best known of the seven traditional penitential psalms, 6; 32; 38; 51; 102; 130; 143, and one of the most moving prayers in the Old Testament. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Real Forgiveness From God Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on Apr 20, 2002

based on 28 ratings

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Joseph will show real God like characteristics in Forgiving his brothers and God continues to care for the nation of Israel during this time of famine.

Real Forgiveness from God A. Reason and Recognition B. Rebukes, Requirements and Remorse C. Restraint and Return D. Review Have you ever been in a situation where you do something that you know is wrong but you justify yourself in the fact the “the other person deserved it”, “the other person ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 42:1-38

Denomination: Baptist

Forgive Us Our Debts Series

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Jun 1, 2002

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Many will fail to enter the gates of heaven because they are shackled to this world by chains of unforgiven sins--not necessarily theirs..

“ Forgive Us Our Debts” Picture if you will; a man sitting all alone in a darkened prison cell. His elbows propped on his knees and his head resting in his hands. The man’s name is Charles Preston, and he has been on death row for the last seven years of his life for his part in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35, Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Power Of Forgiveness In The Midst Of Pain

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Apr 17, 2025

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The first word of Jesus on the cross

On the blood-stained hill of Calvary, while nailed to a cross between two thieves, Jesus opened His mouth— not to curse His executioners, but to pray. Not to cry out in hatred—but to pray: Not to tear down-but to build up Not to pull down-but to lift up Not to make war-but peace Not to establish ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Both Forgives And Heals.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 16, 2022

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Jesus proves His right to forgive by healing the man.

JESUS BOTH FORGIVES AND HEALS. Luke 5:17-26. This passage gives us an example of the type of holistic healing which Jesus offers. We have a patient closed out from the ministry of Jesus, whilst there were Pharisees and lawyers there who did not think themselves sick. However, this sick man had ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Experiencing His Passionate Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 12, 2004

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Do I REALLY need Jesus’ sacrifice? Why can’t I just go to God as I am?

OPEN: In a speech Mark Twain gave before the Society of American Authors in 1900, he said: “I am constructed like everybody else and enjoy a compliment as well as any other fool, but I do… have… another side. I have a WICKED side. Estimable friends who know all about it would tell you and take a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Realized Forgiveness-Part 2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 25, 2002

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Realized forgiveness is a gauge of one’s relationship to God. Realized forgiveness plays out in our... Part 2 of a 2 part sermon.

REALIZED FORGIVENESS II—Luke 7:36-50 Verses :36-38 unveils the “sinner’s” gift, which is promptly challenged in :39 by the Pharisee. To which Jesus responds with a lesson in :40-50 highlighting a Pharisaical lack of spiritual insight to the truth about personal sin & ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Baptist

Maintain Harmony Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 6, 2016

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One of the saddest things that can happen in a congregation is when people begin to fight each other instead working together. Instead of being focused on our mission, we’re too busy bickering and fighting with each other.

Today we finish our series through Paul’s Letter to Titus. I pray that these messages have blessed you but I also pray that they have challenged you – challenged you to grow in your walk with Christ and challenged our church to grow in depth and number. Turn in your Bibles to ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:9-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Go! And… Refresh Others - Proverbs 11:25 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 2, 2025

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In a spiritually thirsty world, God calls His people to be a refreshing presence.

Go! And… Refresh Others - Proverbs 11:25 (NLT) “The generous will prosper; those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed.” INTRODUCTION — A THIRSTY WORLD NEEDS A REFRESHED CHURCH Church, every generation tries to satisfy its thirst in different ways. Some chase success, others chase ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:25, 2 Corinthians 8:9, John 7:38, Proverbs 18:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Freedom & Forgiveness Are Never Free...

Contributed by Brian B on Nov 13, 2003

based on 55 ratings

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Melvin Newland (Brownsvill Christian church) laid the Groundwork for this one, This is what I ended up with including an order of service and song selections. preached at a veteran’s day service. I have stood on the shoulders of Giants... Thanks Melvi

FREEDOM & FORGIVENESS ARE NEVER FREE (A sermon by Reverend Melvin Newland … reworked by Brian C. Byers Freedom and forgiveness are never free, Reverend Melvin Newland in points out that there is always a price that has to be paid for both. I trust that most of you realize that Tuesday was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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