Sermons on Learning Forgiveness:

Forgiveness Is A Choice

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 9, 2022

Joseph had to choose to forgive his brothers. He saw God's sovereignty in the betrayal, he saw the same nature was in him and he tested their hearts with his brother. He forgave and never brought up the subject again.

FORGIVENESS IS A CHOICE Gen. 45:1-8 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: sometimes it’s better not to know so much 1. In France, in the 1790’s, a priest, a lawyer and an engineer were arrested & about to be guillotined. The priest put his head on the block, they pulled the rope and nothing happened. He ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Extraordinary Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 17, 2019

Second in the series Extraordinary Life: One of the hardest things to do in life is to forgive. Those who have been forgiven much are able to forgive much. We, as believers, should be able to forgive anyone of anything.

Extraordinary Forgiveness March 17, 2019 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: One of the hardest things to do in life is to forgive. Those who have been forgiven much are able to forgive much. When we understand the extraordinary forgiveness that God has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessing Of Forgiveness

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 8, 2019

Exposition of David's Psalm of reflection concerning the devastation of his sin with Bathsheba and the wonder of God's forgiveness.

“The Blessing of Forgiveness” An exploration of Psalm 32 Introduction The last time I was with you, we explored Paul’s string of specific blessings that should inspire us to bless Him every time we think about them. He called the believers who gathered in Ephesus to bless the Lord who blessed us ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Forgiveness And Wholeness Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 4, 2021

Carrying the weight of guilt affects us, body, mind, and spirit. God's forgiveness of us and our forgiveness of others brings healing to our whole being.

March 3, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Mark 2:1-12; Psalm 32 Forgiveness and Wholeness Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. We aren’t like a car. You can take apart a car and put it back together. It’ll run just ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Forgiven And Forgiveness

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 11, 2023

BIG IDEA: GOD IS THE GOD OF FORGIVENESS. AS HE FORGIVES, WE ALSO MUST FORGIVE.

2023.01.08. Sermon. Forgiven and Forgiveness William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: GOD IS THE GOD OF FORGIVENESS. AS HE FORGIVES, WE ALSO MUST FORGIVE. FORGIVENESS COMES BY THE BLOOD OF CHRIST 1 John 1:5-10 (NKJV) 5 This is the message which we have heard from Him and declare to you, that God is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10, Romans 5:8-11, Matthew 26:28, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Luke 23:34, Matthew 6:9-15, Luke 6:37, Colossians 3:12-13, Luke 17:3-4, Mark 11:25-27, Ephesians 4:31-32, Isaiah 43:25-26, Acts 3:19, Isaiah 1:18, Ephesians 1:7, Colossians 1:13-14, Daniel 9:9, Numbers 14:19-21, Micah 7:18-19, Psalm 103:12, Hebrews 10:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Forgiveness SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

Forgiveness is the divine method of releasing us from guilt, setting us free to continue loving God and others.

In Colossians 3:1-3:18, Paul provides us with guidelines for holy living. He instructs us to set our hearts and minds on heavenly things, reminding us that as believers, we have died to ourselves and now Christ lives in us. Paul urges us to put to death the sinful nature of our fallen selves, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-18

Topics: Forgiveness, Love, Freedom

Unhindered Forgiveness Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Apr 17, 2024

This message looks at the forgiveness God offers to us, its power to transform our life, and our responsibility to forgive others.

Week 1: The Unhindered kingdom. Week 2 - Unhindered Forgiveness. Worldly forgiveness is often based on: How deep the hurt How worthy we see the other person Their relationship to us Their level of remorse One time or continual. A. God’s Unhindered Forgiveness is offered to everyone. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38, Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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 Promise Of Forgiveness Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

No matter how much we mess up, God's love is always there to forgive us. When we confess our sins, God promises to forgive us through Jesus. We can live pure lives because of God's forgiveness.

Bring out a big red button labeled Reset. Talk about how video games or computers have reset buttons to start over when things go wrong. Explain that God's forgiveness is like the ultimate reset button for our lives. Share a personal experience of messing up and experiencing God's forgiveness. We ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:9, Romans 3:23

Topics: Divine Mercy, Redemption, Spiritual Renewal, Grace

On Divine Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 27, 2025

On Divine Forgiveness

Acts 2 v 14 - 41 On Divine Forgiveness 1. THE MESSAGE ON FORGIVENESS - 1. It's Person - The Words - 22 Ye men of Israel, hear these words; The Works - Jesus of Nazareth, a man approved of God among you by miracles and wonders and signs, The Wonders - which God did by him in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-41

Denomination: Holiness

The Power Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 25, 2025

Forgiveness is a powerful act that reflects the heart of God. It frees us from bitterness, restores relationships, and enables us to live in peace and harmony. However, forgiveness is often challenging, especially when the hurt is deep.

Title: THE POWER OF FORGIVENESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 6:14-15 "For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses." Supporting Texts: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15, Ephesians 4:31-32, Luke 6:37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Forgiveness Of God

Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Feb 1, 2025

A short sermon to adults on God's Forgiveness

A few years ago I got a phone call from a friend of mine named Danny, he was a fellow I worked with for years. I hadn’t talked to him in quite a while but he had a couple of questions for me. Are you still a preacher? Will you preach a funeral for me on Wednesday? Listen, I truly believe God ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiveness Tour

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 12, 2025

Praised be God. He will always give us the grace to accomplish anything He requires. The gift of forgiveness, even of our enemies, is ours for the asking.

Tuesday of First Week in Lent 2025 Human beings are made in the image and likeness of God, as Genesis teaches, but our mental image of God, if we try to make one, is corrupted by our experience of other people. When the Greeks envisioned their so-called gods, they tended to be a lot more powerful ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:7-15, Psalm 15:4, Psalm 34:4-7, Psalm 34:16-19, Isaiah 55:10-11, Isaiah 55:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

The Power Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 7, 2024

This message is about the power of forgiveness. As Christians, we must accept that fact that our opportunity to receive forgiveness is based on our willingness to forgive others.

The Power of Forgiveness Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15; Ephesians 4:32; Colossians 3:12-13 Good morning Strangers Rest. The title of my message this morning is “The Power of Forgiveness.” This is the first of four messages that God has given me to be delivered to you as we begin this transition ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15, Ephesians 4:32, Colossians 3:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Offenses And Forgiveness.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 27, 2023

Stern cautions from Jesus.

OFFENSES AND FORGIVENESS. Luke 17:1-4. LUKE 17:1-2. Jesus says, "Offenses will come, but woe to him by whom they come!’ Jesus unsparingly warns us what a serious matter this is. That is the force of the reference to the millstone, which normally a donkey was left to pull along. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational