Sermons on Jesus Forgives Sinners:

Why Does Jesus Forgive Sins

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Oct 12, 2022

Mark 2:1-12

Why Does Jesus Forgive Sins? Mark 2:1-12 Good Morning, Matthew 1:20 behold, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream, saying, "Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take to you Mary your wife, for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Spirit. Matthew 1:21 And she will ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

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

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

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

Sinners, Servants, Or Sons?

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 3, 2014

Following every act of creation, God announced that it was good. When God created man and woman, it was also a good creation. He placed them in the beautiful Garden of Eden where He provided all they needed.

9-1-04 Title: Sinners, Servants, or Sons? Text: “For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. “ (Romans 8:14) Bible Reading: Romans 8:12-17 Introduction: In Genesiss, Paul describes the beautiful life God had in mind for people when He created them. Following every act ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Heart Is Forgiving

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 9, 2009

Pulpit drama monologue as if the preacher were Simon, into whose house Jesus came, and where the jar of ointment was given. An emphasis on feeling, on forgiveness,and on generosity.

Frankly, I like things cool, calm, and collected. This business of lavish public display has always bothered me. It’s just bad taste, that’s what it is, when people feel they have to hang all over each other in public. Great day, what you do see down at the market sometimes, young people so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-47

Denomination: Baptist

Father, Forgive Them Series

Contributed by Ryan Loyd on Jul 29, 2014

Words uttered at the end of a man's life take on extra significance. What did our Lord say in His final moments? And what do they speak to us today?

Luke 23:26-34 NIV 26 As they led him away, they seized Simon from Cyrene, who was on his way in from the country, and put the cross on him and made him carry it behind Jesus. 27 A large number of people followed him, including women who mourned and wailed for him. 28 Jesus turned and said to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Baptism Of Jesus

Contributed by Jay Bunting on Jan 5, 2011

The deeper meaning of the baptism of Jesus

1 epiphany 11 “Baptism of Jesus” Matthew 3:13-17 Sometimes we aren’t sure if “now” is the right time for things. At the Jordan River, about 30 years after Jesus was born, now was the time. If you could go back and stand on the shoreline of that river in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18, Mark 1:4-11

Denomination: Anglican

Room For Jesus, A Room For You

Contributed by David Mcnally on Jun 8, 2012

There was no room for sinners in the Garden of Eden, nor on the Ark, and no room in the inn when Jesus was born, but if you have room in your heart for Jesus, He will make sure you get a room in His Father's house.

John 14 verses 1- 4 Room There are five references to ‘room’ in my Bible and all of them are in the NT, and the word ‘space’ does not appear at all, but we know from Genesis 3 that there was no room in Eden for sin. Adam and Eve had everything going for them, they ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seeing Jesus

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Jul 11, 2009

Many people have difficult in sensing Jesus. This sermon helps us identify where we can sense the presence of Jesus.

In today’s Gospel reading, the resurrected Jesus appears to his disciples but they do not recognise Him. They have trouble believing what they see. Reading from verse 36 we heard 36 While they were still talking about this, Jesus himself stood among them and said to them, “Peace be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-49

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Is...! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 12, 2017

A look through the book of Hebrews to learn more about who Jesus Is!

Jesus Is . . .! Hebrews 8:1-13 August 13, 2017 It’s hard to believe but this is week 11 of our look at the book of Hebrews! This is the longest I’ve preached on one book of the Bible. And today, we’ve come to a very important chapter, not that they aren’t all important, but this chapter can lead ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Friend Named Jesus

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Mar 12, 2016

The following sermon outlines 7 reasons why Jesus Christ is our very best friend!

A FRIEND NAMED JESUS Hebrews 4:14-16 This is a world that is interconnected with everyone. No longer are religious or political groups local but global in perspective. For example, when I was growing up I heard very little about the other religions such as Islam, Buddhist and Hinduism. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Art Of Forgiving

Contributed by Ray Navarro on Dec 12, 2001

Jesus forgives us of our sins; we should be forgiving as well. Here’s what happens when we pardon those who sin against us.

Andrew was a young man of 26 years old. He was very responsible and sociable as well. Since he was 9 years old, Andrew had been working to help and sustain his poor family. And for most of his life he had worked in the fields. But although he was a hard worker, he never had a steady ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:13

Denomination: Adventist

Forgiveness In Marriage

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 29, 2000

For any marriage to succeed, partners must respond with forgiveness from the very heart of Jesus. Whether it is marital unfaithfulness, mistreatment, or any other reason, forgiveness must reign.

Second only to our relationship with God, marriage is the single most important relationship that we will ever have. People enter into a marriage with great joy and wonderful expectations of spending the rest of their days with the love of their life. Vows are exchanged, commitments are made, and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33, Matthew 5:31-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational