Sermons on Jesus Forgives Sinners:

Jesus Is In The House

Contributed by Thomas Dibble on May 22, 2003

When Jesus is in the house, anything can happen. If you have a need move the obstacles out of the way and get to where Jesus is.

In this Bible account from Mark chapter two it says that word began to spread around that Jesus was in a particular house. In fact so many people heard about Jesus that the house was full and no one else could get in. On that day Jesus was preaching the Word of God. ® No doubt he was preaching ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12, Mark 2:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Jesus?

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 13, 2003

In a world with so many choices why choose Christ?

Visual images tell stories. From the cave paintings on the walls of La Grotte Chauvet in France to the latest Tom Clancy novel we’ve “seen” with our minds the story unfold. Its been said that movie theaters are the Church for post-moderns and it shouldn’t surprise us to see the concept of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus To The Rescue

Contributed by Shad Comeaux on Feb 29, 2008

Jesus is always there to save us when we sincerely call upon Him.

Children today have so many toys, electronics, and video games that the days of making up your own games for fun and entertainment are almost lost forever. I’m not saying I’m old or anything, but I do believe that I’m a part of one of the last generations that has scars on our knees from playing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

For The Love Of Jesus

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 24, 2007

Was Mary’s annointing of Jesus an extravagant gift or a waste of money?

For Love Of Jesus – John 12: 1 - 8 Intro: As I worked on this sermon, I heard in my head a song from a famous Broadway musical, “What I Did For Love” from The Chorus Line. These are the words sung by Diana and the Chorus: “Kiss today goodbye, the sweetness and the sorrow. Wish me luck, the ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Forgiving The Fallen Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 9, 2004

There’s a lot we can learn about forgiveness by following the example Jesus set for us when He restored Peter.

Shalom, it’s Peter again. I talked with many of you last Sunday when I told you about an amazing fishing trip. I had been doubly disappointed -- first in myself for failing Jesus, and second when we didn’t catch any fish. But then Jesus appeared, and after having breakfast on the beach, he asked me ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Forgiveness

Contributed by William Akehurst on Feb 7, 2017

THE MOST POWERFUL WORDS WERE SPOKEN AT THE CROSS. JESUS NAILED IT WITH THESE WORDS. "FATHER FORGIVE THEM, THEY DON'T KNOW WHAT THEY ARE DOING."

2017.01.29.SERMON The POWER of Forgiveness William Akehurst, HSWC “To err is human, to forgive divine.” Romans 1:16 (KJV) For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. 1 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Luke 1:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Are There So Many Hypocrites In Church? Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 19, 2013

Many skeptics use Christian hypocrites as an excuse for rejecting Christ. In this sermon, we make the distinction between sinners and hypocrites. Everyone in church is a sinner, but not everyone is a hypocrite.

Introduction: A. One day Robert Redford, the famous actor, was walking through a hotel lobby, when a woman recognized him and ran over to him. 1. With great excitement, she gushed, “Are you the real Robert Redford?” 2. As the doors of the elevator closed, he replied, “Only when ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"God Demonstrates His Own Love For Us..."

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 11, 2011

PENTECOST 4(A) - God demonstrates His great love for us by the fact that while were still sinners Christ died for us.

“GOD DEMONSTRATES HIS OWN LOVE FOR US…” (Outline) June 20, 2010 - Pentecost 4 - ROMANS 5:6-11 INTRO: Love, mercy, and grace are words that only believers can fully understand. The worldly do not grasp what true love means. God’s love for us reveals true love. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Families And Forgiveness

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Nov 14, 2004

In order to model Jesus and bring healing to family relationships, you must practice: 1. Humility 2. Forgiveness 3. Being an agent of reconciliation

The holidays are fast approaching, and it is a time for families to come together. For many, this will be a wonderful time of shared love and fellowship where people can get caught up on the latest of what is happening in each other’s lives. It will be a good time of support and caring. But for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-21

Denomination: Methodist

The Forgiveness Factor

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 27, 2025

Forgiveness received and given restores innocence, frees us from bondage, and releases God’s joy and power through faith in Jesus Christ.

Introduction – Unlocking What’s Stuck Not long ago I picked up my phone and realized I’d forgotten the passcode. No matter how many times I swiped, the screen stayed locked. I tried combinations I was sure were right—nothing. That’s what unforgiveness does to the heart. We try every swipe—new ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35, Luke 11:4, Psalm 51:10, Colossians 3:13, Hebrews 11:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Unhindered Forgiveness Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Through Jesus' sacrifice, forgiveness is available to all who confess and believe, and we are called to extend forgiveness to others as we have been forgiven.

Today, we're gonna talk about forgiveness. Forgiveness is something we all need but sometimes struggle to give or receive. So, let's dive in and see what God has to say about it. Object Lesson: Grab a backpack and fill it with heavy objects like rocks or books. As you talk about forgiveness, put ...read more

Topics: Emotional Healing, Reconciliation, Personal Growth, Compassion

Part 2 - Matthew 9:9-13 - Jesus, Did You Just Call Me Scum? Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Mar 20, 2010

The Pharisees can't see why Jesus would want to "eat with such scum?" (Matthew 9:11). JESUS AGREES THAT THEY ARE SCUM! He just says, "Healthy people don't need a doctor-sick people do." (Matthew 9:12). There it is again - REDEMPTIVE POTENTIAL.

Part 2 - Matthew 9:9-13 - JESUS, DID YOU JUST CALL ME SCUM? In Kiev, MONEY CHANGERS sit in little booths with a small window. You can't see their faces and they mutter to you in Russian as you hand over American dollars in exchange for Grivnas. Whenever I exchanged money I seemed to be getting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Healing Power Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Mar 10, 2013

A talk given on Mothering Sunday and completing a series in the Book of James. God wants a praying, praising and healing church. The power of forgiveness brings healing.

Historically mothering Sunday was a day when people returned to their mother church for a special service of celebration. People who did that were said to have gone a-mothering. By the 18th century Mothering Sunday was a specific Sunday in Lent just a few weeks before Easter when domestic servants ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: Anglican

Why Did The "Sinners" Love Hanging Out With Jesus?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 30, 2013

It's a fact worth pondering: the tax collectors and sinners LIKED being with Jesus. That's not usually how the lost feel around us. What did Jesus have that we don't?

AN IMPORTANT FACT: The tax collectors and “sinners” liked hanging out with Jesus. - Matthew 9:10. - It’s easy to rush past verse 10 and get to the rest of this story, but it’s worth settling for a moment here and thinking about its implications. The tax collectors and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

To Err Is Human. To Forgive Is Crazy! Series

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 18, 2008

Then Peter came up and said to him, "Lord, how often will my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? As many as seven times?" Jesus said to him, "I do not say to you seven times, but seventy times seven. (Matthew 18:21-22)

Jesus said, “the Kingdom of Heaven may be compared to a king who wished to settle accounts with his servants.” And he found a guy who owed him 50 billion dollars! Now that’s a round figure of course. I may be a few dollars out. The original text says the man owed him ten thousand talents, which is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican