Sermons on Forgiveness Is From God:

The Wonder Of Forgiveness

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 14, 2013

David said, “Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered.” What makes forgiveness such an incredibly valuable thing? Where does it originate? What are 3 wonderful effects of being forgiven?

THE WONDER OF FORGIVENESS Ps. 32:1-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Forgive Your Enemies 1. Preacher preached on “Forgiving Your Enemies.” Halfway through the service, He asked his congregation, “How many of you have forgiven their enemies?” About half held up their hands. 2. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Overwhelmed By Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 19, 2010

Forgiveness is a powerful force in our lives and in the lives of others. When the woman understood that she was truly and completely forgiven, she was overwhelmed. Her response was a radical demonstration of extravagant love.

Luke 7:36-8:3 “Overwhelmed by Forgiveness” INTRODUCTION Video presentation “Forgiveness” I often wonder what I would say if I were approached by someone and asked these questions and others like them. What would you say? The responses of the people on the video ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Lord, Forgive Me Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 6, 2004

This is the 6th study in the study "The Hebrew Hymnal".

Series: The Hebrew Hymnal (Psalms) [#6] HYMN #6: LORD, FORGIVE ME Psalm 6 In the Book of Psalms, you will find seven “penitential Psalms” of David. Most likely, this Psalm of anguish was written after David committed adultery with Bathsheba and had Uriah killed. The guilt from sin can ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 6:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Father Forgive Them Series

Contributed by David Swensen on Mar 5, 2002

Why are Christ’s last words on forgiveness so crucial for us today? Learn more about forgiveness in today’s message.

INTRODUCTION “On the day that Karl Marx died, his housekeeper came to him and said, ‘Tell me your last words, and I’ll write them down.’ Marx replied, ‘Go on, get out! Last words are for fools who haven’t said enough!’” He was wrong as last words can be very revealing and important. P.T. Barnum ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-34

Denomination: Baptist

Tapping Into The Power Of Forgiveness!!!

Contributed by Jess Bousa on Aug 10, 2005

Looking through the eyes of the adultress woman is the key to understanding God’s Forgiveness!!!

I heard a story of a boy who went off to college. The story goes as he was hooking up his computer, stero, cell phone charger, his lamp, printer, and palm piolit at his desk when he went to turn on his computer, nothing happend. He went back and looked at his wiring and everything was connected ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Lord Majors In Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 2, 2001

BECAUSE THE LORD MAJORS IN FORGIVENESS WE CAN CONFIDENTLY WAIT FOR HIS ABUNDANT REDEMPTION

BIG IDEA: BECAUSE THE LORD MAJORS IN FORGIVENESS WE CAN CONFIDENTLY WAIT FOR HIS ABUNDANT REDEMPTION INTRODUCTION: Many Aspects of Redemption: positional redemption – we already have obtained this blessing completion of our redemption – applies to even our bodies Also Many Applications of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 130:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Promise Of Divine Forgiveness

Contributed by Shane Rodriguez on Nov 11, 2004

God’s promise of His Divine forgiveness is what eveyone needs.

We are like animals, when we kill, We are like men, when we judge, We are like God, when we forgive. We should forgive and then forget what we have forgiven. "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness" First, we see there is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Four Promises Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Apr 18, 2003

One of God’s favorite words is “forgiveness.” As we look at the first words of Jesus on that last day, we can’t help but say, “God really thinks this is important.”

But Jesus was saying, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” (Luke 23:34) Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother when he sins against me? Up to seven times?” Jesus answered, “I tell you not seven times, but seventy-seven ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Loving And Forgiving Father

Contributed by William Baeta on Mar 27, 2004

“The father said to his servants, ‘bring out the best robe and put it on him, and put a ring on his hand and sandals on his feet. And bring the fatted calf here and kill it, and let us eat and be merry; for this my son was dead and is alive again; he was

Theme: The loving and forgiving Father Text: Josh. 5:1-9; 2 Cor. 5:17-21; Lk. 15:11-32 Many people today think that the most important thing in life is to believe in God. This has led to the situation where many people claim they believe in God but have no idea what kind of God they believe in. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32, Joshua 5:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Effects Of Sin And Forgiveness

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Sep 11, 2003

David’s sin and cover up of his sin devastated him, but God’s forgiveness brought amazing healing.

THE EFFECTS OF SIN AND FORGIVENESS (Inspired by a sermon by Jeff Walling of the Providence Road Church of Christ in Charlotte, NC) A. Psalm 32:1-2 (READ) ILLUSTRATION: Some years ago, two TEENAGERS with a long history of CRIME and DELINQUENCY robbed a YMCA on the lowest East Side of New York ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-7, Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Forgive? Who Me?

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jan 31, 2005

We desire, and expect God’s forgiveness when we ask. But it is so hard to offer that forgiveness to others when they sin against us.

Forgive? Who Me? Matthew 18:21-35 I remember this story about a famous person in American history, and for the life of me, I can’t remember who it was. Anyway, this person was asked one Sunday afternoon about the worship service he attended that morning. “What did the preacher preach about?” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Methodist

Forgiveness: The Hardest Choice Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Mar 14, 2001

We will fail to grow healthy relationships unless we purpose to forgive other’s mistakes and move beyond constantly reminding them of their errors.

Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice: And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you. Ephesians 4:31-32 Forgiveness is a skill, a choice we purposefully ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:13-15, Ephesians 4:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

"Father Forgive Them"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 21, 2016

The sermon shares with us why God forgives, How God forgives, where God forgives us, and when God forgives.

Luke 23:34 Father forgive them 1. Why does God Forgive? The answers is John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave His only begotten son that whosoever believes in him shall not parish but have everlasting life • God Forgives because WE all Need Forgiveness (Isaiah 53:6 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Methodist

Forgiveness Is Not An Option

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Oct 26, 2009

Many people come to church unable to worshp freely because they are busy nursing wounds and hurts from the past. The only remedy for freedom is forgiveness.

FORGIVENESS IS NOT AN OPTION Colossians 3:12-13 Preached October 25, 2009 INTRODUCTION The mother of four young boys often had difficulty curbing their energy, especially in church. But when her minister preached on "turning the other cheek," the boys gave him their undivided attention. “No ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Steps To Forgiveness And Healing Series

Contributed by Todd Pugh on Feb 6, 2007

We are looking at this from three angles today, the first angle is Freedom for your soul, freedom for the offender and accepting God’s forgiveness.

Healthy Hearts Happy Homes Steps to Forgiveness and Healing Sunday February 6, 2004 Intro: This series we are calling Healthy Hearts Happy Homes is focusing on the issues that are common to all people but few have real freedom in. They are issues that plague Christians and non-Christians ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12

Denomination: Pentecostal