Sermons on Learning Forgiveness:

Forgive Us Our Debts Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 10, 2013

A discussion about "Forgive us our debts" from the Lord's Prayer.

Intro In 2004, a man by the name of Frank Warren created “PostSecret.com”, in which people can write on a postcard about secrets they are carrying and feeling guilty for. The idea originated as a project for an art exhibit but within 7 months he had already acquired 2,000 postcards. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"choosing To Forgive"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 13, 2021

A sermon about the hard work of forgiveness.

“Choosing to Forgive” Matthew 18:21-35 Ever have one of those days, months or years when nothing seems to go right? I mean, it’s like, no matter what you do somebody is mad at you. And you really are trying as hard as you can, but it only seems to make things worse. What do you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: United Methodist

Starting The Engine To Begin Forgiving Series

Contributed by Ely Lambert on Jan 8, 2003

The second sermon in the series designed to teach people to totally forgive others who have sinned against them.

Starting the Engine to Begin How to Forgive from the Heart – Matthew 18:21-35 Preached at the Laurel Church of Christ On January 15, 2003 Introduction: I. There is an interesting story about Robert E. Lee after the civil war. A. Lee visited a Kentucky lady who took him to the remains of a grand ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stepping Stones To Faith: Forgiveness

Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 27, 2008

The seventh and final sermon of a seven part series, ‘Stepping Stones and Stumbling Blocks to Faith.’

About 10 years ago on a July 4th I went with the family to a minor league baseball game. We sat in the grassy area of the ballpark down the first base line and during the game a fowl ball game my way. It was spinning pretty well and I had a tough time getting a hold of the ball. Finally, I got a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-22

Denomination: Church Of God

Lessons Learned When God Calls

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 1, 2010

Jesus called him to be a disciples and Matthew has a dinner party that evening at his house and invites his friends and Jesus to attend. Tonight I want us to learn some valuable lessons, about when God calls.

Lessons Learned when God Calls Matthew 9:9-13 Introduction The most unlikely called of all of the apostles is Matthew. He was a tax collector. He was probably very wealth and he earned his money at the expense of his neighbors, his fellow Jews. It was OK for him to tax almost anything just as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Forgiveness In The Midst Of Pain

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Apr 17, 2025

The first word of Jesus on the cross

On the blood-stained hill of Calvary, while nailed to a cross between two thieves, Jesus opened His mouth— not to curse His executioners, but to pray. Not to cry out in hatred—but to pray: Not to tear down-but to build up Not to pull down-but to lift up Not to make war-but peace Not to establish ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons I Learned From Emily

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 3, 2006

Sermon on faith prompted by things my daughter has said (and that anyone’s kid has said)

Introduction Last week I was taking Emily to school as I do each weekday morning. She often points out the things she sees and asks many questions. As we passed the rescue squad building on Broad Street in Gastonia an ambulance pulled out and she asked where they were going. Something occurred ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:17

Denomination: Wesleyan

Learning Prayer From The Early Church Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 21, 2016

The Focus of Prayer

A. WHAT WAS THE FOCUS OF PRAYER? 1. We should pray for leadership. “O Lord . . . You know every heart. Show us which . . . You have chosen to replace Judas” (Acts 1:24, NLT). 2. That the Holy Spirit will minister among us. “They prayed for the new Christians to receive the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9

Denomination: Baptist

Keys To Healthy Relationships Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Nov 1, 2009

Relationships are one of the most important aspects of the kingdom of God. We need to learn keys from God’s Word to have healthy relationships with one another.

SUPERNATURAL #14: KEYS TO HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS INTRO: Last week, we took a look at Paul’s first missionary journey from Antioch. • This was the first time I preached ‘from the maps’ – it was fun! • We looked at the journey Paul took with Barnabas and John Mark. But when they came to Perga in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: *other

Knowing, Learning & Rejoicing In God's Word Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Feb 25, 2013

After the wall was rebuilt, the people gathered together to offer up praise and worship through the reading of God's Word.

Sermon Brief Date Written: February 21, 2013 Date Preached: February 24, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Building with God Sermon Title: Knowing/Learning God’s Word? Sermon Text: Nehemiah 8 [ESV] 1And all the people gathered as one man into the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Forgive... And Set Yourself Free

Contributed by Robbie Bankens on Aug 12, 2005

This will give insight to the power of total forgiveness and I know through the experience in my own life.

Whenever I preached here a couple of months ago, I shared some of my testimony and I briefly touched on the subject of forgiveness and the powerful affect that it had on me. I know that the Lord dealt with some of you in that service and about some issues in your own life. There is unbelievable ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forgive & Set Yourself Free

Contributed by Robbie Bankens on Apr 27, 2006

The ultimate proof of total forgiveness takes place when you and I sincerely petition God to let those who have hurt us off the hook, NO MATTER WHAT THEY’VE DONE!

Whenever I preached here a couple of months ago, I shared some of my testimony and I briefly touched on the subject of forgiveness and the powerful affect that it had on me. I know that the Lord dealt with some of you in that service and about some issues in your own life. Pastor Hanchey asked me ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Un-Named Woman" Series

Contributed by Donald Smith on Apr 28, 2003

If we have trouble expressing love, maybe it’s because we haven’t experienced forgiveness. We can learn much from Jesus and a woman with no name.

Two of the ‘women of faith’ in the new Testament have no names…One is a woman who, after twelve years of living with an ailment, touched the garment of Jesus as he was on his way to resurrect a girl from death. Yearning to touch Jesus and out of desperation, Jesus says to the woman, “Your faith ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-43

Denomination: Methodist

Self Service Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 28, 2006

As Christians we desire to do things for the Lord. But sometimes we are really just doing them for ourselves. Learn how to spot self service and your attitudes while serving.

Most Christians understand that belonging to the Lord means we serve Him and will do things that He tells us to do. We like to think that we do it because we are so thankful for what He has done, or because Jesus commanded us to preach the gospel and make disciples or because we see the example of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-42

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How To R.a.p. When You Have Messed Up

Contributed by Charles Mccall on May 8, 2004

All of us have messed up in our lives one way or another. When you have messed up, you need to learn how to R.A.P.

Psalms 51:1-12 Topic: How to R.A.P. when you have messed up in this life All of us, whether we are young or old, black or white, male or female; Baptist or Methodist, Pentecostal or Apostolic; all of us at one time or another has messed up bad in our lives. It does not matter how long you ...read more

Denomination: Baptist