Sermons on He Forgives:

At The Cross - The Cross & Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 15, 2002

The Cross of Jesus tells us things we need to know, but we’re not sure we want to hear.

Several years ago, I was driving through downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana. It was a 4 lane, one way street that I had traveled several times before. I was going the speed limit (maybe a little faster) when I saw the light up ahead turn yellow. I thought to myself, "I can make that light if I just speed ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:19-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prayer Is Seeking Forgiveness Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Oct 3, 2011

We may say that we forgive, but when the next irritation arises we are quick to dredge up the past problems. We like to "bury the hatchet" with the handle sticking out. That way we can easily pick it up again and use it to our advantage.

Matthew 6:12, 14-15 Purpose: To highlight the importance of forgiveness. Aim: I want the listener to value their forgiveness and practice it. INTRODUCTION: There is a lot of confusion about forgiveness. Here is an example. Old Joe was dying. For years he had been at odds with Bill, who used to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Forgiveness To Family Members

Contributed by Edison Jay Sanz on Nov 15, 2024

Unable to hold any longer, a tearful Joseph reveals his true identity to his brothers.

I. The CONFRONTATION With His Brothers. 1. The REQUEST of Joseph *verse 1, (he asked those PRESENT to have PRIVACY for the siblings) Then Joseph could no longer control himself before all his attendants, and he cried out, “Have everyone leave my presence!” So there was no one with Joseph ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiveness Part Ii

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Sep 23, 2002

We forgive others because God has forgiven us for so much.

Forgiveness part 2 October 3, 1999 Matthew 18:21-35 I was to see my dentist last week, and once again he reminded me that I should floss my teeth daily. I told him that I always floss for a time after I’ve visited him, and then I get out of the habit, and then I have an appointment and he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: *other

Overcoming Blocks To Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 25, 2015

Talk about the stumbling blocks to forgiveness (Material adapted from Dr. Paul Coleman's book, The Forgiven Marriage)

Introduction: A. Linda gave up her college career because her new husband wanted her to stay home. She obliged him. Six months later, she had an abortion because her husband told her they weren’t ready to become parents. As Linda’s resentment grew over the next year, so did her ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Freedom Of God's Forgiveness

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 25, 2005

Our worth and value comes not in what we do or what others think of us, but by who we are in Christ Jesus.

THE STORY IS TOLD ABOUT A WELL-KNOWN SPEAKER WHO STARTED OFF HIS SEMINAR BY HOLDING UP A $20.00 BILL. IN THE ROOM OF 200, HE ASKED, "WHO WOULD LIKE THIS $20 BILL?" HANDS STARTED GOING UP. HE SAID, "I AM GOING TO GIVE THIS $20 TO ONE OF YOU BUT FIRST, LET ME DO THIS. HE PROCEEDED TO CRUMPLE UP THE ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

Father Forgive Them Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

The sermon explores the self-giving love and forgiveness of Jesus, demonstrated through his response to mockery and persecution during his crucifixion, as depicted in Luke 23:33-43, Psalm 22:7-8, 15, 18, 24, and Matthew 5:39, 44.

Welcome church! Today we’re going to look at a passage from the Gospel of Luke involving the crucifixion. We talk a lot about crucifixion as Christians because the cross is a central part of our faith. In 2004, the movie The Passion of the Christ was released. It’s a movie about the final hours of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Topics: Forgiveness, Self-Giving Love, Crucifixion

Free Forgiveness For All?

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Jun 18, 2002

WILL EVERYONE GO TO HEAVEN?

That`s a very familiar story – of a woman caught in the very act of adultery, and brought into the presence of Jesus for condemnation and stoning. But Jesus DIDN`T condemn her – He told her to “GO AND SIN NO MORE”. Did you notice that the woman hadn`t said she was wrong – she hadn`t asked for ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Father Forgive Them Series

Contributed by Tim Hbc on Mar 7, 2009

This sermon explores the first amazing words from the cross... words of forgiveness.

Introduction Here we are at an horrific and dreadful scene. We are standing on the hill they called the Skull, just outside of Jerusalem. An innocent man has been falsely accused, unjustly sentenced, brutally beaten, and nailed by hand and feet to a rough wooden cross. His blood is draining out of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-34

Denomination: Baptist

Experience Complete Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Keith Manry on May 18, 2004

Part 2 of a series based on Mel Gibson’s film "The Passion of the Christ." Portions of this sermon were derived from sermons given by Sermon Central designed with the same intent.

Experience Complete Forgiveness John 8:1-11 Deadly – when you hear that adjective, certain phrases come to mind, like A deadly weapon, A deadly attack, A deadly snake, A deadly explosive, A deadly heart attack, A deadly enemy. Whatever connection you make with the word “deadly” it probably won’t ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Forgiving Our Failures Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 11, 2011

Christ cleanses when we confess.

Forgiving Our Failures 1 John 1:5-2:2 Rev. Brian Bill 9/11/11 It was a happy day when my dad built me a bedroom in the basement. I loved my paneled ‘man cave’ and especially enjoyed having a refuge from my four sisters where I could listen to my 8-tracks in peace. One result of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Basis Of Obedience & Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 22, 2012

The believer who craves to grow more Christ-like must go to the Advocate & through Jesus' sacrifice find the cleansing & the conviction necessary to leave the horror of sin. Those who have done so will abide in God’s Word & walk in Christ-likeness.

1 JOHN 2:1-6 [LIFE, LIGHT & LOVE SERIES] THE BASIS OF OBEDIENCE AND FORGIVENESS [John 14:23-24] The Apostle continues discussing the believers condition and conduct which he has personally discovered by walking in God’s light. Having revealed that even Christians sin daily, John goes on ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Forsaken For Our Forgiveness

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 8, 2025

The cross shows the depth of sin and the height of God’s love. There, Jesus took our place so that guilt could be lifted and grace could be personal.

Introduction – A Little Girl’s Directions A little girl got lost on her way home. A policeman stopped and asked, “Can I help you?” She answered, “Just point me to the cross, and I’ll be able to find my way home.” Her house was near a church with a tall cross on its roof. That’s what the cross ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Forgiveness: For Others And For Ourselves

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Oct 8, 2008

Seek forgivness and grant forgiveness to others.

Forgiveness Matthew 18:21-35 Our Gospel message today has a clear message for us. Forgive and you will be forgiven. Don’t forgive, and expect your debts to come back to you. The slave had amassed an unprecedented debt. In today’s standards, it would be the equivalent of $15 million. In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Lutheran

The Power To Forgive Sin Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jan 5, 2020

Greetings In The Holy Name Of Jesus Yahshuah, My sisters and brothers, we all practice acts of forgiveness, one to another.

The Power To Forgive Sin by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (January 5, 2020) “And again he entered into Capernaum after some days; and it was noised that he was in the house. And straightway many were gathered together, insomuch that there was no room ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12, Mark 2:5, Mark 8:36, John 3:16

Denomination: Friends