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  • Davon Huss avatar

    The Spite House

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 23, 2009
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     | 4,980 views

    A sermon on the parable of the unmerciful servant from Matthew 18:21-35 (Many SermonCentral Contributors helped with this one along with an article in Bible Study Magazine)

    Evening Service for 11/22/2009 Matthew 18:21-35 HoHum: A. I read a psychologist who said that Christians were very much like porcupines on a cold winter’s night. The cold drives them to huddle together to keep warm, but as soon as they get close to another they start jabbing each other with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Darryl Ward avatar

    Setting Ourselves Free

    Contributed by Darryl Ward on Dec 5, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,806 views

    When we forgive others, we are also setting ourselves free.

    Whether we love it or hate it, we all will be familiar with Coronation Street, UK’s longest running soap opera. I am not much of a television watcher, but I do have a soft spot for the street. One reason is that the characters are like real people. They have flaws and blemishes, they do not wake ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    The High Cost Of Unforgiveness

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Apr 29, 2009
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     | 6,625 views

    The cost to not forgive your brother is too high.

    THE HIGH COST OF UNFORGIVENESS Matthew 18:21-35 * Several years ago, we were looking to buy a new car. When I found the car I wanted, I discovered it cost more than I could afford. Most of us have a limit to what we can or will pay for an item. * Jesus clearly illustrated the “high cost” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • KENNETH TANKERSLEY avatar

    The Power Of Forgiveness

    Contributed by Kenneth Tankersley on Apr 29, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,544 views

    1. WHY IS IT SO HARD TO SAY: “I’M SORRY”? 2. SOMEONE ONCE SAID THE TWO HARDEST WORDS TO SAY ARE: “I’M SORRY”, AND “I LOVE YOU”. 3. I DON’T KNOW ABOUT YOU, BUT I DON’T LIKE CARRYING AROUND A BURDEN SO HEAVY AS BITTERNESS AND AN UNFORGIVING SPIRIT. 4. SO

    CBC THE POWER OF FORGIVENESS MATHEW 18: 21-35 INTRODUCTION: FORGIVENESS IS APPARENTLY A VERY DIFFICULT THING TO MASTER. IT SEEMS TO BE THE HARDEST THING TO ACCOMPLISH. 1. WHY IS IT SO HARD TO SAY: “I’M SORRY”? 2. SOMEONE ONCE SAID THE TWO HARDEST WORDS TO SAY ARE: “I’M ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Elvery avatar

    Forgive Me – Though Not How I Forgive Others

    Contributed by David Elvery on May 6, 2009
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     | 7,022 views

    Forgiveness is something we want, but seldom are prepared to give. A sermon on why we should forgive

    “Forgive me – though not how I forgive others” - Matt 18:21-35 Gladstone Baptist Church – 9/7/06 am Forgiveness is something we know we should do, but seldom do fully. There was once a man who was bitten by a dog, which was later discovered to be rabid. The man was rushed to the hospital ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Huie avatar

    What Jesus Said About Forgiving Others Series

    Contributed by Tim Huie on May 6, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,689 views

    How can I forgive others? 1) Remember the debt God has forgiven you. 2) Keep the sins of others in perspective. 3) Remember the high cost of unforgiveness.

    WHAT JESUS SAID ABOUT FORGIVING OTHERS MATTHEW 18: 21-35 1. Illus. of partial forgiveness (1001 Humorous Illus. #385 • “I’ll forgive him tonight, but if I don’t die before I wake up, he better look out in the morning!” 2. We are all a little like James, aren’t we? Full forgiveness is foreign to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William Mouser avatar

    How To Forgive

    Contributed by William Mouser on Sep 19, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,028 views

    Peter’s question about how often to forgive allows Jesus to answer a different question: what is forgiveness.

    What is forgiveness? Matthew 18:21-35 As I’m sure most of you have noticed, in our worship here we recite the Lord’s prayer twice during our worship. In the history of Christian worship this is a fairly low number of times to use the Lord’s prayer. When Thomas Cranmer revised the Sarum Mass in ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Forgive As We Have Been Forgiven

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 14, 2009
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     | 2,024 views

    For God to forgive us our huge debt, we must forgive others their little ones.

    Tuesday of 3rd week of Lent 17 March 2009 The author of Daniel and the storyteller behind this unique parable of Matthew have the same question in mind: what does God require of us? The answer is in the OT tradition of Micah and Isaiah: live loyally, act justly, and walk humbly with your God. ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Jonathan McLeod avatar

    Unlimited Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 14, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,455 views

    We have been forgiven much, therefore we must forgive others much.

    Perhaps you’ve heard the story about the stubborn old farmer who was plowing his field. A neighbor who was watching as he tried to guide the mule finally said, "I don’t want to butt in, but you could save yourself a lot of work by saying "gee" and "haw," instead of jerking on the reins." The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Forgive Us Our Trespasses, As We Forgive Those Who Trespass Against Us Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 12, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 23,920 views

    There is great power in being freed from our sin through confession and forgiveness, and in forgiving those who have sinned against us.

    Matthew 6:9-15, 18:21-35 “Forgive Us Our Sins as We Forgive Those Who Have Sinned Against Us” INTRODUCTION We have heard the old saying, “Confession is good for the soul,” but for the most part, we try to ignore its message as it applies to our daily lives. We do not want to go in to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Gary Regazzoli avatar

    Parable Of The Unforgiving Servant Series

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Jun 26, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 8,867 views

    Jesus extends grace to all with one exception. This parable explains what blocks "grace"

    Parable of the Unforgiving Servant • Matthew 18:21-35 (NRSV)21 Then Peter came and said to him, “Lord, if another member of the church sins against me, how often should I forgive? As many as seven times?” • Peter though he was being generous by suggesting seven times as the Pharisees taught to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Rich Cook avatar

    Lose The Weight Of Unforgiveness Series

    Contributed by Rich Cook on Jun 28, 2005
    based on 73 ratings
     | 11,383 views

    A final sermon in the "Lose the weight of ..." series. This message looks at what forgiveness is and what it isn’t. A tough message for those dealing with forgiveness issues, but a challenging one for those seeking spiritual health.

    Lose the weight of unforgiveness Purpose: To illustrate the destructive nature of unforgiveness and to give opportunity to forgive. 1. This month we’re trying to lose the weight. Hebrews 12:1, "Let us throw off everything that hinders." 2. (I started this message with a personal story of friends ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Rick Duncan avatar

    Forgive For Good Series

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Jul 9, 2005
    based on 57 ratings
     | 5,117 views

    Is there anyone you wouldn’t want to run into in a long, narrow hallway?

    Lots of times, I share a personal story to start the message each week. But not today. Why not? I’m talking about the hurts of life that come from other people. And like everyone, I’ve been hurt. But my hurts don’t compare with a lot of yours. I know so many of your stories. Deep hurt. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Miller avatar

    Forgiveness-It Is The Heart Of The Matter Series

    Contributed by Charles Miller on Jan 24, 2005
    based on 49 ratings
     | 10,492 views

    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

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Scott Carmer avatar

    Forgive? Who Me?

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jan 31, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,757 views

    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

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    Denomination: Methodist