Sermons on Matthew 18:25:

"What It Means To Forgive Others" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 16, 2004

What does it mean to really forgive?

The meaning of the word "forgiveness" is: to dismiss, to release, to leave or abandon. We hear of a judge that has "dismissed" the charges against a defendant. What that means is that person has been forgiven of any wrong doing. We hear of a person that is released from an obligation, such as a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiveness, Its Not Something You Keep

Contributed by Jeremy James on Nov 21, 2004

We must forgive as we are forgiven. The same measure we use will be used to judge us.

Last week I talked about how we need to meet people where they are at and accept them as they are and love them as Christ loves them. And some might here this to say that we are to love all the down and outs in our society, but the opposite is true as well. If we are one of the people who are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Methodist

The Power Of Forgiveness And Unforgiveness

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Nov 26, 2004

What happens when we forgive or don’t forgive? What spiritual principles are called into play? HOW do we actually forgive in practice?

The Power of Forgiveness and Unforgiveness Matthew 18:21-35. WBC 28.11.04pm How Arguments Should End212.mpg (a video clip with the bloke ’making up’ after an argument by slamming his lady with a log!) in Ills to keep folder THE REALITY OF FORGIVENESS We jest- and I love the video clip… - but this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiveness-It Is The Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Charles Miller on Jan 24, 2005

Broken relationships are devastating, yet forgiveness brings healing. We are called upon to be people who work toward forgiveness.

Forgiveness—It’s the Heart of the Matter Sermon Series: Hope in a Hurting World January 22/23, 2005 St. Stephen LC Pastor Charles J. Miller II Interspersed among all the very funny moments in the movie, “Home Alone” are some extraordinary touching and poignant scenes. One such scene has the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Forgive? Who Me?

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jan 31, 2005

We desire, and expect God’s forgiveness when we ask. But it is so hard to offer that forgiveness to others when they sin against us.

Forgive? Who Me? Matthew 18:21-35 I remember this story about a famous person in American history, and for the life of me, I can’t remember who it was. Anyway, this person was asked one Sunday afternoon about the worship service he attended that morning. “What did the preacher preach about?” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Methodist

Generational And Hereditary Curses And Breaking The Patterns Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 23, 2025

The Bible teaches us about the concept of generational and hereditary curses, where the actions of our ancestors can have a lasting impact on our lives.

The Bible teaches us about the concept of generational and hereditary curses, where the actions of our ancestors can have a lasting impact on our lives. Let's explore examples of these curses and patterns, along with biblical verses to support each point. Examples of Generational and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

The Forgiveness Factor

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 26, 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

490 Times?

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 8, 2025

Forgiveness isn’t counted but lived—when we release others, God releases us, mercy triumphs, and faith regains its power to move mountains.

Mercy triumphs over judgment — that’s what the Word of God says. And if we’re honest, every one of us here needs mercy. We’ve needed it before, we’ll need it again before the day’s over. If it weren’t for the mercy and compassion of God, where would we be? Utterly consumed. Gone. Done for. But His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35, Mark 11:22-26, Genesis 50:15-21, James 2:13

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

He Lifts Me Up

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 24, 2025

God’s mercy lifts us from resentment into freedom; forgiveness is not forgetting the wrong—it’s releasing it to the One who heals

1 — The Wound That Wouldn’t Heal It’s me, O Lord, standing in the need of prayer. That’s how this message begins—not with triumph but with honesty. Because forgiveness never starts from strength; it starts from brokenness. Maybe you know that kind of breaking. Someone walked away, someone lied, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:19, Genesis 50:20, Matthew 18:21-35, Psalm 3:3

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Mercy For Me But Not For Thee Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

The sermon emphasizes the importance of extending the mercy and forgiveness we receive from God to those who have wronged us, reflecting the unbroken flow of grace in healing our hearts and relationships.

Hello Church! Today we are talking about forgiveness and mercy in the kingdom of God. Forgiveness and mercy are very important to God. How do I know this? Because Jesus said so! Forgiveness and mercy are not natural reactions when we get wronged or hurt. But they are core values in Jesus’ kingdom. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Topics: Mercy, Forgiveness, Grace

Forgiveness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of forgiveness, its role in procuring peace, and the blessings hindered by unforgiveness.

Good morning, dear friends. Let's gather our hearts together today as we turn our attention to the divine words of God, the Holy Scripture that guides us, comforts us, and shapes us into the image of Christ. Our focus today is on forgiveness - a theme so central to our faith, yet so challenging to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35, 2 Corinthians 2:5-11, Hebrews 12:14-15

Topics: Regain Peace

Mercy For Me But Not For Thee Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 5, 2023

In God's kingdom, we must extend mercy and forgiveness to others just as we have received it ourselves. Jesus teaches us to love and forgive unconditionally, healing our hearts and relationships.

Today we're gonna chat about something we all deal with - forgiveness and mercy. Jesus was pretty clear that these things are super important to God. When someone does us wrong, our first reaction isn't usually to forgive and show mercy. But Jesus wants us to do just that, just like God does for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Topics: Divine Forgiveness, Merciful God, Kingdom Values, Grace

The Power Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Danny Williams on Dec 7, 2000

benefits of forgivness

Power of Forgiveness Victory Temple A/G PO Box 911 Waco, Tx 76703 Pastor Danny Williams Matt. 18:21-35 The First thing I want to say, is that Jesus is not teaching us that believers earn God’s Forgiveness by forgiving others. That would be contrary to God’s Grace. But if we have truly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Kingdom Of Forgiveness

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 9, 2001

The true source of forgiveness is Jesus

A Kingdom of Forgiveness Matthew 18.21-35 October 19, 1997 Morning Service Introduction I. King Louis XII of France: As a boy was mistreated, kept in chains, thrown in prison, after becoming king was encouraged to seek revenge, he prepared a scroll with his enemies names and placed a cross in red ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Church Of God

How Can I Ever Forgive You

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Jan 29, 2001

The Necessity of Forgiveness

Theme: HOW CAN I EVER FORGIVE YOU? 1. Because God has forgiven me. 2. Because God gives me the strength to do so How can I ever forgive you? You have hurt me for the last time! How many times have we heard or said these types of statements? In our Lord’s prayer we ask our heavenly Father to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Lutheran