Sermons on Mattityahu 18:31:

Home Improvement Series: being A Forgiver

Contributed by Douglas Nieuwstraten on Oct 18, 2000

It seems to me that there is nothing quite so pure, quite so noble, quite so priestly as the act of forgiving and forgetting.

It seems to me that there is nothing quite so pure, quite so noble, quite so priestly as the act of forgiving and forgetting. My suspicion is also that most of us would say nothing is more difficult and requires such a risk than forgiving and risking being hurt again. Lee Strobbel in his book, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Forgiveness

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Oct 18, 2000

We are to forgive as Christ forgave us (the parable of the unforgiving servant).

Forgiveness (Matthew 18:21-35) [HTML formatted version of this sermon is located at: http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/forgive.html] Before we study God’s word today, let’s take a moment to obey 1 John 1:9, by silently confessing any known sins to God. Naming our sins insures that we are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Forgiveness

Contributed by Johnnie Travis on Sep 7, 2005

Why should we forgive?

MATTHEW 18:21-35 I want to give credit for parts of this sermon to Richard Donovan at Sermonwriter.com, also the illustration is one I have heard and don’t know to whom I owe credit. Forgive me Please? Our text for this Sunday is about forgiveness. It is a difficult word to hear, because we find ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Forgive Because You're Forgiven Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 10, 2004

We are to (1) forgive because we’ve been forgiven by God, (2) forgive without limits, and (3) forgive and be blessed.

Jesus lived a life that is more people-centered than task-oriented. He did finished his task, but He was known more for His compassion, mercy and grace. This month, we’re going to look at His teachings about forgiveness - a message which very necessary today - at the personal level, in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Forgiveness Goes Right To The Heart Of The Gospel

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 10, 2005

Why did Jesus think forgiveness is so important

NR 11-09-05 Story: An atheist was sitting under a tree one day smugly thinking: "God, I know you don’t exist - but it you did - you must really be stupid. You created a huge oak tree to carry this little acorn and such a puny plant to carry a marrow. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus Calls A Sinner! Series

Contributed by Eric Stefanski on Sep 21, 2003

"Jesus Sinners Doth Receive"

Jesus Calls a Sinner St. Matthew 9:9-13 St. Matthew had quite a reputation to live down! The ’publicans’, or ’tax collectors’, of the Roman Empire were so crooked that the animosity toward the IRS today is partly because of them. Why should we be mad at the taxmen when it is Congress that levies ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-40, Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Forgive For Good Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Jul 9, 2005

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

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Difficult People - Part Ii Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 18, 2005

How many times should I forgive? What are the steps of reconciliation?

You Do The Math Dealing With Difficult People – Part II Matthew 18:21-35 June 13, 2004 Matthew 18:21-22 (NLT) Then Peter came to him and asked, "Lord, how often should I forgive someone who sins against me? Seven times?" [22] "No!" Jesus replied, "seventy times seven! The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Parable Of The Unmerciful Servant

Contributed by Keith Butler on Aug 4, 2005

A look at forgiveness from our perspective, as well as from God’s perspective.

THE PARABLE OF THE UNMERCIFUL SERVANT Matthew 18:21-35 Key Verse and Theme: “Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, ‘Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother when he sins against me? Up to seven times?’ Jesus answered, ‘I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.’” (Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Forgiven But Unforgiving Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 8, 2001

exposition on Matt ch 18

FORGIVEN BUT UNFORGIVING Matthew 18 v. 21 - 35 Psalm 130 v. 3 & 4 "if thou Lord shouldest mark iniquity, O Lord who shall stand?" v. 4 "but there is forgiveness with thee,that thou mayest be feared" 1. The question of forgiveness v. 21 "how oft shall my brother sin, and I forgive him", in context ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Holiness

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

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

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 12, 2005

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

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Parable Of The Unforgiving Servant Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Jun 26, 2005

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

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Christian Church

Lose The Weight Of Unforgiveness Series

Contributed by Rich Cook on Jun 28, 2005

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

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Nazarene