Sermons on Forgiveness Is From God:

The View From The Cross

Contributed by Ken Pell on Mar 22, 2009

To show the various responses to Christ’s crucifixion and, thereby, to challenge us to review our response to Him.

The View from the Cross* Mark 15:21-47 Sermon Objective: To show the various responses to Christ’s crucifixion and, thereby, to challenge us to review our response to Him. Supporting Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12; Galatians 6:14, Ephesians 3:17b-19; read the text: Mark 15:21-41 INTRO The actual ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21-47

Denomination: Nazarene

No Better Than We Are Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 13, 2003

It is a dangerous illusion to excuse our selves by claiming that we are no worse than anyone else. We find faults in people who look too perfect or who don’t give us what we want when we want it. But help comes from Jesus, who IS better than we are.

When you get caught in some sort of blunder, how do you get out of it? How do you take care of your guilt when you are weighed in the balances and found wanting? Let’s say, just for the sake of argument, that you’ve shaded the truth. I will not suggest that you have lied; you have shaded the ...read more

Scripture: Job 22:1

Denomination: Baptist

Going From Good To Great

Contributed by Robert Bravo on Jul 1, 2007

There are many churches who are doing very well. But God calls us to go beyong just good. He wants us to be great.

Going from Good to Great Revelation 3:1-6 (NIV) 1 "To the angel of the church in Sardis write: These are the words of him who holds the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. I know your deeds; you have a reputation of being alive, but you are dead. 2 Wake up! Strengthen what remains and is ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Nazarene

Leadership Lessons From Stephen

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jun 5, 2013

Acts 6-7 tell us about Stephen's short ministry and message. God demonstrates lessons in leadership that are still applicable today.

What does history teach us about leadership? What does biblical history teach us about leadership for God’s people? First, Leadership is essential for God’s people. Second, Leadership requires giftedness and God’s wisdom. Third, Leadership is often resisted even by God’s ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Recovering From Discouragement And Depression Series

Contributed by Nigel Heath on Jun 27, 2011

We can become discouraged and depressed in the Christian life and lose our confidence. But there is a way back from this that leads to a closer walk with God.

9.1.11 INTRO Every New Year some people make New Year's resolutions -- we resolve either to start doing something good or stop doing something harmful. Favourites are to do with diet and exercise. Some have to do with relationships and behaviour. Many do not lead to lasting change. Some do. At ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Moving From Victim To Victor

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Apr 15, 2014

The First Step in moving from victom to victor is admit our weakness-The secolnd thing David did is pursue after God

MOVING FROM VICTIM TO VICTOR Psalms 18:1-5 Psalms 18:1-5 1 I will love thee, O LORD, my strength. 2 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Discipline From Three Perspectives

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Nov 14, 2021

Discipline is a fact of life. It isn't easy and it always hurts. We must hold on to God and believe that we will make it.

Discipline by Joe M. Cherry I. Introduction – Discipline from Three Different Angles A. Text: Heb. 12:1-13 1. Preface text with Chapter 11 overview. a. It is the Chapter of faith b. It chronicles a list of Biblical Who’s Who and how they relied on faith in hard and unknowing ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Puzzle Of Sin

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 5, 2010

Many do not understand how they can have their sins removed as far as the East from the West and still need to stand accountable for their sins.

The Puzzle of Sin Psalm 103:12 Purpose : To teach that we must all stand accountable for our sins. Intro: I teach that each of us must stand accountable to God in the judgment where we will answer for our sins. Not pay for our sins... our sins have been paid for... but stand accountable. That ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:12

Denomination: Baptist

G.r.a.c.e. Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 21, 2012

You can't understand the Christian faith or God unless you first understand grace. This is the foundational characteristic of God because it is rooted in His love. It is also the foundation of our faith and at the heart of our relationship to God. You hav

G.R.A.C.E. Psalm 145:8 (NIV) Complete these common American phrases for me: If it sounds too good to be true... it is. There is no gain without ... pain. You get what you…deserve There's no such thing as a free ... lunch. We are taught these things and apply them both to life and faith. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:8

Denomination: Methodist

How To Love Your Enemy

Contributed by Ben Mandrell on Apr 18, 2008

How to deal with our enemies and please God.

Days of David: How To Love Your Enemy 1 Samuel 24 Englewood Baptist Church Sunday evening, April 13, 2008 This week, I was fixing breakfast for my son Max. He was having a little Pop-Tart thing and he really wanted to help me cook it. So picked him up and I sat him on the counter and he pushed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Prodigal Son

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 21, 2013

God is ready and waiting for His wayward children to return to Him.

The Prodigal Son May 19, 2013 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God is ready and waiting for His wayward children to return to Him. Focus Passage: Luke 15:11-32 Supplemental Passage: See how great a love the Father has bestowed on us, that we would ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

A Great Salvation

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Aug 21, 2003

The Mercy of God has the ability to change lives

1 Peter 1:3-12 October 20, 2002 Piggott Christian Church D.T. ¡§The Mercy of God has the ability to change lives.¡¨ TITLE: ¡§A Great Salvation¡¨ Intro: ¡§How do you know you are going to heaven?¡¨ -- Being asked a question while applying for a youth ministry. At what point can you say, ¡§I am ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When I See The Blood

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 12, 2023

When God see the blood we have peace, we have hope, forgiveness.

“Exodus 12: 1-12 When I See the Blood” • It was the blood that forced Pharaoh to let the Hebrew go Exodus took place when the LORD decided to pass over the land and “strike down every firstborn in the land of Egypt, both human beings and animals” (Exodus 12:12). This was the judgment of God on the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Let Us Adore Him PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 4, 2023

Encourages embracing faithfulness, experiencing the freedom of forgiveness, and building lives on the foundation of God's love.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters. It is indeed a pleasure to gather together in this sacred space, sharing in the warmth of fellowship and the joy of worship. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our hearts are stirred, our spirits are eager, and our minds are open to ...read more

Topics: Genuine Relationship, God

Advent Through The Eye's Of A Prophet

Contributed by Joe Harding on Dec 1, 2003

Our God will COME DOWN to SAVE us!

ADVENT THROUGH THE EYE’S OF A PROPHET: COME DOWN ISAIAH 64:1-9 FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT NOVEMBER 30, 2003 INTRODUCTION: Soren Kierkegaard, the great Danish theologian told this story: A prince wanted to find a maiden suitable to be his queen. One day while running an errand in the local village for ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9

Denomination: Baptist