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  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Forgiveness, The First Word Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 10, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,773 views

    Christ’s ministry on the cruel Cross began with the forgiveness of sin, with a plea for forgiveness, the full and free forgiveness for a world of lost sinners ruined by the fall.

    LUKE 23:32-34 [JESUS’ LAST DAY SERIES] FORGIVENESS, THE FIRST WORD OF THE CROSS [Isaiah 53:1-9] Mankind here is caught in the act of doing their worst. The One who made the world was being completely denied, despised and desecrated. The Lord of Glory who came in human flesh and tabernacle among ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kerry Haynes avatar

    Can You Forgive Yourself?

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Apr 10, 2016
    based on 5 ratings
     | 19,223 views

    So often we wallow in guilt and shame, long after we have asked Jesus to forgive us. What if we could be free of that for good? Is self-forgiveness biblical? If not, how can I move forward out of my despair? Peter is a case in point.

    John 21:1-19 Can You Forgive Yourself? Self-forgiveness is the big rage in pop psychology today. I did a quick search on Amazon.com this week, and came up with over 12,000 hits on the subject of self-forgiveness. Yet, the interesting thing is, the Bible has absolutely no mention of it at all! ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Appleby avatar

    Jesus Forgives A Paralysed Man Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 23, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,097 views

    We often get carried away by the performance, but is the message being proclaimed clearly. Are we speaking the gospel in every situation we find ourselves in? Are we offering forgiveness and mercy. Are we engaged in the main game or just the side show?

    Have you noticed how mobile phones are now an essential accessory for so many people? It seems like no matter where you are you’re likely to find yourself standing next to someone who’s having a conversation on their phone. And if you’re like me you probably find yourself ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    The Actions Of One Who Forgives Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 12, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,650 views

    In today's sermon we examine the actions of one who forgives.

    Scripture Two weeks ago I started a short series of sermons called “Forgiveness and Reconciliation” from Paul’s letter to Philemon. Part of the reason I am preaching this series is because I want to learn how, when I sin (and I do sin all the time), to repent well, and to seek ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Ewen Huffman avatar

    Prayer 5a- Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Feb 18, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 16,645 views

    A short sermon from the Lord’s prayer on Forgiveness.

    Forgiveness Mt 6:9-15 WBC 16/2/3pm (not preached, as others shared so much great stuff we ran out of time) It was five days before Christmas when a stranger approached ten-year-old Christopher Carrier, claiming to be a friend of his father. "I want to buy him a gift, and I need your help," said ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Jesus Teaches How To Forgive

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 5, 2001
    based on 8 ratings
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    Forgiveness is made possible by Jesus Christ

    Jesus’ Teaching on Forgiveness – Matt. 18:21-35 Aim: To help the people learn and apply the Biblical meaning of forgiveness in all of their relationships Illustration:Not long before she died in 1988, in a moment of surprising candor in television, Marghanita Laski, one of our best-known secular ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Brian B avatar

    Freedom & Forgiveness Are Never Free...

    Contributed by Brian B on Nov 13, 2003
    based on 55 ratings
     | 10,679 views

    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

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ken Sauer avatar

    "choosing To Forgive"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 13, 2021
     | 2,808 views

    A sermon about the hard work of forgiveness.

    “Choosing to Forgive” Matthew 18:21-35 Ever have one of those days, months or years when nothing seems to go right? I mean, it’s like, no matter what you do somebody is mad at you. And you really are trying as hard as you can, but it only seems to make things worse. What do you ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Ed Wood avatar

    How Do We Forgive?

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 5, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,864 views

    Forgiveness is a big problem in our lives. This message addresses our need to forgive.

    HOW DO WE FORGIVE? Matthew 18:21-35 INTRO: Simon Peter’s question was a sincere one. He wanted to know exactly what the Master expected out of him. The prominent Rabbis of the day were teaching that one should forgive his brother three times. Was that enough? Peter wondered. So one day he asked ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Kane avatar

    Stepping Stones To Faith: Forgiveness

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 27, 2008
     | 2,317 views

    The seventh and final sermon of a seven part series, ‘Stepping Stones and Stumbling Blocks to Faith.’

    About 10 years ago on a July 4th I went with the family to a minor league baseball game. We sat in the grassy area of the ballpark down the first base line and during the game a fowl ball game my way. It was spinning pretty well and I had a tough time getting a hold of the ball. Finally, I got a ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    As We Forgive Our Debtors Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 10, 2013
     | 3,420 views

    A discussion about "as we also have forgiven our debtors" in the Lord's Prayer

    Intro We are continuing in our series entitled: Soul Matters: Shaping life around the Lord’s Prayer. As we’ve gone line by line through this prayer… we begin to grasp that Jesus reveals the power of prayer is not about getting God to serve our will….but about how we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jefferson Williams avatar

    Forgiven People Forgive People Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 30, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,629 views

    This morning, we come to the fifth petition – forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors. This is the only petition with a human response and the only one that Jesus actually elaborates on. The first part of this verse is incredible news. The second part is terrifying.

    Forgiven People Forgive People Matthew 6:12 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams First Baptist Church of Chenoa 3-24-19 Drama: Hey, I’m praying here! Review Each week, I’ve been reviewing all that we have studied in these last few weeks. This morning, I’m going to just encourage you to go to Chenoa ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Spencer avatar

    We Need Not Fairness, But Forgiveness

    Contributed by Scott Spencer on Feb 9, 2014
     | 3,725 views

    Forgiveness is a cool drink of water to a dry and parched tongue. It is the medicine which heals us at the deepest level of our being. We all need forgiveness.

    Authority To Forgive Mark 2:1-12 Man’s deepest need is not for fairness, but for forgiveness. Forgiveness is the power to liberate from past sin and restore to an individual a sense of self-worth. Forgiveness is the power to deal with justifiable guilt, not by ignoring it, but by eliminating ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • I. Grant Spong avatar

    Why Is Forgiveness So Hard

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 10, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,075 views

    Where does repentance lead us? What does forgiveness mean for us now?

    Prelude Where does repentance lead us? Repentance leads us into forgiveness. What does forgiveness mean for us now? Purpose: Let us look at the importance of knowing forgiveness as we live each day. Plan: We will look at Luke 24:36b-48; Acts 3:12-19; and 1 John 3:1-7 focusing on the topic of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Rickman avatar

    Gaining Freedom Through Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Mar 6, 2015
     | 5,955 views

    Unforgiveness can keep you in bondage.

    March 8, 2015 Morning Worship Text: Matthew 18:21-35 Subject: Forgiveness Title: Gaining Freedom Through Forgiveness One night last week I was awakened, I assume by the Holy Spirit, and I got out of bed to write down these words; “Unforgiveness is bondage”. So I took the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God