Sermons on God Alone Can Forgive Sin:

The Problem With Sin

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Mar 19, 2018

Defines sin and explains the solution to the problem

“The Problem with Sin” March 18, 2018 1 John 3:4-10 “Everyone who sins breaks the law; in fact, sin is lawlessness. But you know that he appeared so that he might take away our sins. And in him is no sin. No one who lives in him keeps on sinning. No one who continues to sin has either seen him ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:4-10

Denomination: Holiness

Three Things God Can Not Do!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Oct 12, 2017

God who created all things, yet there are three things God cannot do.

THREE THINGS GOD CAN NOT DO! God who created all things, yet there are three things God cannot do. I. GOD CANNOT SIN, Heb 4:16 Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need. A. YET WE CAN SIN AND WE ...read more

Never Walk Alone PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

To explore and affirm God's unfailing presence, His comfort in times of trouble, and His faithfulness in every situation.

Good morning, Church family! Today, we are going to dive into a beautiful passage from the book of John that reminds us of God's unfailing presence, His comfort in times of trouble, and His faithfulness in every situation. Our sermon today is titled "Never Walk Alone." Before we dive into the Word, ...read more

Scripture: John 11:20-24

Topics: God's Faithfulness

The Prodigal God

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Mar 6, 2016

We don’t want to take God’s forgiveness for granted. Rather, we should be blown away by God’s grace, overwhelmed with a sense of gratitude that permeates all that we are, all that we do. And we should give this grace freely to others in forgiveness.

Luke 15:11-32 The Prodigal God When people make mistakes, they should be punished for them! After all, they’ve brought it on themselves! And if we don’t look out after ourselves, who will? It’s a cutthroat world out there. Every person for themselves. And truth be told, it feels ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

Hope In The Lord's Forgiving Love

Contributed by Brian Harvison on Aug 1, 2008

We are not fine because we are wracked with sin Sin that the only payment for is death And we can never be cleansed of this sin, except for the blood of Jesus that washes away all sin

Hope in the Lord’s Forgiving Love Psalm 130 Good ole Farmer Joe had been in bad accident while pulling his horse trailer He decided his injuries from the accident were serious enough to take the trucking company (responsible for the accident) to court. In court, the trucking company’s fancy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 130:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

And Forgive Us Our Sins As We Forgive Those Who Sins Against Us. Series

Contributed by Lucy Paynter on Jul 23, 2023

We continue to study the Lord's prayer. Today we will focus on the place and purpose of forgiveness.

After asking for God's provision, Jesus uses the word 'And" in the next request. And forgive us our sins, AS we forgive those who sin against. In addition to receiving daily bread for Forgiveness. Forgiveness is an intentional decision to let go of resentment and anger. As we ask God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Compassion Of God In The Crisis Of Sin Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Aug 6, 2011

God's provision for Adam and Eve demonstrates His grace in the midst of our sin.

The Compassion of God in the Crisis of Sin Genesis 3:20-24 How did it ever happen? He was once a respected leader. Now his hidden scandal is known by everyone. His wife has left him. His children won’t speak with him. When he’s at work, it seems that everyone is talking about him. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:20-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In Christ Alone Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 29, 2017

A Reformation sermon focusing on the 5 Solas.

We were introduced to the “5 Solas” one year ago this weekend in a sermon called, “Engage with the Reformation.” The second part of that message will air on Moody Radio (89.3) Sunday at 11:00 a.m. and again at 7:30 p.m. if you’d like to listen to it. Because the Protestant Reformation began 500 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:35-40

Denomination: Baptist

Forgive! Always Forgive!

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jan 17, 2013

There is a price to forgiveness, but there is also a promise of forgiveness that releases the power of forgiveness so we can exercise the patience of forgiveness in order to fulfill the purpose of forgiveness.

Mat 18:15-35 KJV Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother. 16 But if he will not hear thee, then take with thee one or two more, that in the mouth of two or three witnesses every ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

Your Sins Are Forgiven

Contributed by Don Schultz on Jan 27, 2010

Jesus really forgives you.

Matthew 9:1-8: “YOUR SINS ARE FORGIVEN” 1) The most important words you’ll ever hear 2) Backed up by the biggest miracle you’ll ever see Jesus stepped into a boat, crossed over and came to his own town. 2 Some men brought to him a paralytic, lying on a mat. When Jesus saw ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Be Angry But Don't Sin

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Sep 8, 2005

This sermon addresses how to deal with your anger in a God pleasing way.

September 11, 2005 Ephesians 4:25-32 Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor, for we are all members of one body. “Be angry but do not sin”: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not leave space for the devil. He who has been ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Denomination: Lutheran

Forgive Or Not To Forgive

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 28, 2012

Forgiveness is the way the Lord releases us from guilt and sets us free to continue loving God and others.

Forgive or not to forgive Colossians 3:1-3:18 Introduction- Colossians 3:1-3:18 Paul declares to us some rules for holy living. He tells us: Set your heart and mind to heavenly things. That as a believer, you died to self and now Christ lives in you. Put to death (like Christ) the fleshly nature ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-18

Denomination: Nazarene

The High Price Of Low Practice

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 17, 2011

This message describes the devaluation of the Christian life in modern culture and how we can be restored from a place of backsliding.

"The High Price of Low Practice" 1 John 1:5-10, Psalms 32: Scripture Reading 1 John 1:9 "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." The question for us in the light of the context of our key verse is, can a Christian ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

Free To Forgive Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 10, 2006

The death and resurrection of Jesus not only provided the forgiveness of our sins, but also enabled us to forgive the sins of others.

Matthew 18:21-35 “Free to Forgive” INTRODUCTION The reality of Easter is expressed in many ways in our everyday lives. Easter becomes personal for us at our baptism, or when we receive Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior. We celebrate the reality of Easter every Sunday with songs such as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Go And Sin No More

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Feb 17, 2010

God's mercy and forgiveness requires our lives to be lived as sinless as possible.

JESUS NEITHER ACCEPTED SIN NOR CONDEMNED SINNERS. ANOTHER WAY TO SAY IT IS THE WAY WE’VE ALWAYS SAID IT, “HATE THE SIN, BUT LOVE THE SINNER.” JESUS DID NOT COME TO CONDEMN PEOPLE, BUT TO TELL THEM THE GOOD NEWS THAT GOD IS FULL OF MERCY AND GRACE, EVEN WHEN WE SIN AND FALL ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Free Methodist