Sermons on Only God Can Forgive Sins:

Forgiveness In The Home Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jul 22, 2016

Reconciliation for broken relationships is only possible when justice and forgiveness meet.

In Ernest Hemmingway’s short story “The Capital of the World,” three aspiring bull fighters try to make a name for themselves in Madrid. Hemmingway introduces this short story by telling the reader about a young man named Paco who had run away from his father to the big city of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:30-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Price Of Sin Is More Sin Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Jul 5, 2020

God's judgement is sure but His forgiveness is just as sure.

The price of sin is more sin Romans 1:18-32 “18 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who suppress the truth in unrighteousness, 19 because what may be known of God is manifest in them, for God has ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Baptist

...for The Sins Of The World!

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus died for our sins and His death and resurrection have set us free.

"...For The Sins Of The World!" 1 John 2:1-2 The passion of every follower of Jesus should be to absolutely turn away from every act, thought, and attitude that grieves the heart of Almighty God as if they were a den of poisonous snakes ready to strike at any moment. We should be made so ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

#11 -- Sin Series

Contributed by Derek Melanson on Nov 17, 2006

We need acknowledge our sin for what it is and let this bring us before God, we need to realize that only God can forgive and restore, and that we do this right now--there is no need to wait, for God is waiting for us!

Introduction There is a story about the late American President Calvin Coolidge going to church on a Sunday when his wife was unable to attend with him. When he returned from the service in the afternoon she wanted to know what the pastor preached about. Coolidge told her, “Sin.” Thinking that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 130:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Only A Lack Of Faith Can Ruin Your Day

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Dec 5, 2022

not having a strong faith in Jesus will allow evil to ruin your day

Only a lack of faith can ruin your day Mark 4:35-41 35 On that day, when evening came, He said to them, “Let us go over to the other side.” 36 Leaving the crowd, they took Him along with them in the boat, just as He was; and other boats were with Him. 37 And there arose a fierce gale of wind, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: United Methodist

America's Only Hope

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 5, 2002

This message is basically a call to repentance, and seeking God for the deliverance of our nation, not only from our enemies, but from our departure from God.

AMERICA’S ONLY HOPE Text: Prov.14: 34 Intro: September 11, 2001 is a day that is not soon to be forgotten by those Americans who still have an ounce of patriotism left in them. It is a day branded into our consciousness by the horrendous events, and vivid scenes of destruction and chaos that ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:34

Denomination: Baptist

How Can God Forgive Me When I Keep On Sinning? Series

Contributed by Jason Zahn on Sep 6, 2001

Because Jesus continues to forgive us we will be victorious in our ongoing battle against the sin that lives within each one of us.

Perhaps it’s not so difficult to consider that God is willing to forgive us the first time we sin. Especially if we learn from those mistakes and vow never to commit that same sin again. But what about after we have repented, after we have promised never to repeat that disgrace (that kind of lie, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-25, Romans 8:1-2

Denomination: Lutheran

"I Can Only Imagine" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on May 25, 2011

This message focuses on the beauty of heaven as described in Revelation 21. It ia real place that God has prepared for those who love Him.

"I Can Only Imagine” Revelation 21 The famous explorer Marco Polo after completing his journeys went back to his home in Venice. When he got back to his home he began to describe some of the things he had seen. But his close friends thought he had gone made. He told then about black ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Only You Can Prevent It! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jun 8, 2021

Offended? Disagree? Go on the offensive and cancel the material or the person. It is culture cancel and it has gone wild. However, maybe we should participate!

Cancel Culture Pt. 2 - Only You Can Prevent It! I. Introduction Cancel culture is a modern form of ostracism in which someone is thrust out of social or professional circles – whether it be online, on social media, or in person. Those who are subject to this ostracism are said to have been ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-3, 1 Samuel 15:7-9, 1 Samuel 31:2-4, 2 Samuel 1:2-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Can You Forgive Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 18, 2006

A 3 week journey to learn to forgive

First Baptist Church Matthew 6:14 June 11, 2006 Can You Forgive? I would like to tell you a true story. It occurred during the holocaust and I will do my best to leave out as much of the gruesome details as I can. The story I have comes from the book called “The Sunflower.” Listen to this story ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14

Denomination: Baptist

Can I Forgive?

Contributed by William Hooper on Jul 7, 2007

When I have been wronged, what response should I give?

CAN I FORGIVE? Psalm 32:1-6 Matthew 18:21-35 William L. Hooper, PhD Minster to Senior Adults First Baptist Church, Bolivar, MO April 23, 2006 When I have been wronged, what response should I give? This is a universal question for all people. In our own time we have seen this question answered ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Can I Forgive?

Contributed by William Hooper on May 3, 2011

Three conditions for forgiveness: I can forgive if I know what forgiveness is not; I can forgive if I know what forgiveness is; and I can forgive if I receive forgiveness myself.

CAN I FORGIVE? Psalm 32:1-6 Matthew 18:21-35 William L. Hooper, PhD Minster to Senior Adults First Baptist Church, Bolivar, MO April 23, 2006 When I have been wronged, what response should I give? This is a universal question for all people. In our own time we have seen this question answered ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Sin? Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 5, 2021

Sin is so powerful, even in the Christian life, because it is so easy to miss the mark of God's high calling. It is the most foolish attitude a Christian can have to think that he could not fall into sin.

I was talking to a man who is a member of the Holiness Church. He said his church was a split off from the Free Methodist Church. When I expressed my surprise by saying that I thought the Free Methodist were a very fundamental group, he responded by saying, "Yes, but what was sin 50 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-2

Forgiving Sins Is Also A Spiritual Gift Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 25, 2023

Our biggest problem can be fixed by repentance and confession. We can be healed through this charism of the Church.

Pentecost Sunday 2023 Today’s first reading from the Acts of the Apostles is so striking, with its description of the Holy Spirit’s descent in the form of fire, and the resulting prayer in tongues, that it tends to overwhelm the rest of the Scriptures. So let’s look at today’s psalm 104 to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:3-13, John 20:19-23, Acts 2:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

Forgive As Jesus Forgives Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 24, 2016

How we can learn to love others through the love of Jesus.

LOVE LIKE JESUS: Jesus Forgives – We Forgive Matthew 6:14-15 September 18, 2016 Has anyone ever hurt you or a loved one? I’m not talking about a simple incident which has been resolved. I’m talking about a real - big - ugly mess of a hurt! It was something which was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Baptist