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  • Scott Spencer avatar

    We Need Not Fairness, But Forgiveness

    Contributed by Scott Spencer on Feb 9, 2014
     | 3,664 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
     | 6,027 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
     | 5,873 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

  • Derrick Tuper avatar

    Father, I Forgive Them

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 9, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,725 views

    When Jesus prayed for the Father to forgive those who were mistreating him I said in the sermon a couple of weeks ago that if Jesus can forgive those who mistreated him then we can forgive those who mistreat us. It's not easy, but we can do it.

    FATHER, I FORGIVE THEM When Jesus prayed for the Father to forgive those who were mistreating him I said in the sermon a couple of weeks ago that if Jesus can forgive those who mistreated him then we can forgive those who mistreat us. But that isn't easy. No, but with the Holy Spirit living in us, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ken Ritz avatar

    Why Should I Forgive

    Contributed by Ken Ritz on Dec 30, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 6,920 views

    Understanding what forgiveness really involves and why its so important.

    Why Should I Forgive? Brennan Manning tells a story in his book The Ragamuffin Gospel. 25 years ago, he had a drinking problem. He voluntarily entered a 28-day treatment program. Early on in the treatment program they had to sit in a circle with a leader and tell the other people in the group, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael Mustian avatar

    Disciples Are Like Their Teacher ... They Forgive Series

    Contributed by Michael Mustian on Feb 13, 2002
    based on 23 ratings
     | 7,386 views

    This sermon is part of a series looking at four qualities of a disciple of Christ and focuses on forgiveness.

    Disciples Are Like Their Teacher … They Forgive Genesis 50:15-21; Matthew 18:25-35 I stumbled upon a copy of a letter that I had written back in college. It’s somewhat funny that I should find it now, because it tells of an event in my life that … well, I think I’ll just read it aloud to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ewen Huffman avatar

    War- What About Forgiveness?! Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Nov 8, 2002
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,216 views

    A sermon for a Seeker Service that looks at national hurts, grudges and suspicions and moves on to the need for personal forgiveness (to us and from us)

    War?- what about forgiveness?! WBC Seeker Service 10/11/02 am Talk 1- National forgiveness It seems we ALL have racial, national prejudices - we¡¦re programmed. By things people say. What we pick up. Events - Nelson Mandela, in his book "Long Walk to freedom¡¨: ¡§No one is born hating another ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "What It Means To Forgive Others" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 16, 2004
    based on 37 ratings
     | 11,238 views

    What does it mean to really forgive?

    The meaning of the word "forgiveness" is: to dismiss, to release, to leave or abandon. We hear of a judge that has "dismissed" the charges against a defendant. What that means is that person has been forgiven of any wrong doing. We hear of a person that is released from an obligation, such as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Snyder avatar

    The Power Of Forgiveness In Kingdom Living Series

    Contributed by James Snyder on May 6, 2013
     | 4,577 views

    Daily forgiveness frees me from the spiritual debris cluttering my life and prohibiting me from clearly seen Christ in my present situation and living in his power.

    A brother comes up to me and mentions the fact that my brakes are making a noise and I probably need to get new brake pads. A few days later he pointed out that my front wheel rotors were badly worn and needed to be replaced. What is the proper response to such criticism? “You should not be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Mary Erickson avatar

    Mercy, Forgiveness, And A Stolen Coat

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 21, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,792 views

    A sermon for the 7th Sunday of Epiphany, Year C

    February 27, 2022 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Luke 9:28-36; Genesis 45:3-11, 15 Mercy, Forgiveness, and a Stolen Coat Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. The words of our Lord: “And from anyone who takes away your ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dr. Craig Nelson avatar

    Why We Need To Forgive Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 29, 2000
    based on 90 ratings
     | 3,810 views

    Your life should be characterized by forgiveness because Jesus first forgave you.

    When a person receives Jesus as their personal Leader and Forgiver, the Creator of the universe comes to dwell inside of them. Jesus forgave your sins past - present - future because He is the same yesterday, today, and forever. (Heb 13:8) Jesus has given you the power to forgive Your life ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rick Burdette avatar

    Real Relationships Require Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 24, 2018
     | 4,687 views

    Relationships, Truth, Anger, Tenderness

    JAIL BREAK (Breaking the Chains of Unforgiveness) - Real Relationships Require Forgiveness September 15, 2024 Ephesians 4:25-32 Introduction: Relationships cannot survive without forgiveness…It doesn’t matter if we’re talking about our marriage, a friendship, our family or ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Don Schultz avatar

    Behind The Scenes Of The Forgiveness Of Sins

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Dec 5, 2013
     | 2,849 views

    When your pastor tells you that you are forgiven of your sins, a big upset has just taken place...

    7 And there was war in heaven. Michael and his angels fought against the dragon, and the dragon and his angels fought back. 8 But he was not strong enough, and they lost their place in heaven. 9 The great dragon was hurled down-- that ancient serpent called the devil, or Satan, who leads the whole ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Chuck Gohn avatar

    Forgiveness 7 X 70

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Mar 27, 2021
     | 3,082 views

    This sermon focuses on Jesus' teaching on the importance of forgiving others as we have all been forgiven. It has particular emphasis on forgiveness within the church community.

    1. OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Discussion about the movie “Warrior” about two revenge driven brothers competing in a mixed martial arts tournament. Central Theme of movie – Unforgiveness Sermon focus – Discipline Forgiveness 2. BACKGROUND A) Jesus teaching disciples about handling conflict ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    A Letter About Forgiveness- Be Different Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 6, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,625 views

    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

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    Denomination: Baptist