Sermons on Others Needs:

What The World Needs Now

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 27, 2025

Jesus reaches the world through His people today. When we love like Him, our city sees Him. We were made for this time.

INTRODUCTION — The World Is Exhausted… And It Shows I saw a shirt the other day that said: “Running on coffee and a playlist of coping mechanisms.” It felt a little too accurate. Our world is full of people who… • are overwhelmed by their calendars • carry silent battles in their minds • keep ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:14, Luke 15:1-2, Hebrews 4:15, Acts 10:38, Matthew 4:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The First Word , Father, Forgive Them; For They Know Not What They Do.

Contributed by Dr. Stafford Miller on Apr 5, 2001

While on the cross, Jesus made seven utterances and the first word of " fire " of those statements was " Father forgive them for they know not what they do.

(I wish to thank God for the inspirational writing of A. W. Pink’s book, The Seven Sayings of the Savior on the Cross, which guided me in the writing of this sermon.) The First word of Christ....... Father forgive them for they know not what they do.. Text....Luke 23: 34 Introduction: This ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12, Luke 23:34

Denomination: Methodist

Learning To Forgive

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jul 17, 2006

Learn to practice the grace of forgiving other people.

Introduction: Several years ago there was an article in the Tuscaloosa News entitled “Would you forgive these men?” The article mentioned Mohamed Atta, the man who led the attacks on the world trade center; Timothy McVeigh, who bombed the Federal Building in Oklahoma City; Ted Kaczynski, the man ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Leaving The Past In The Past

Contributed by George Rennau on Nov 17, 2004

It’s hard to move forward when you keep the past in the present

Introduction There was once an absent-minded professor who became so absorbed in his work that he forgot the simplest details. One morning his wife said, "Now Henry, remember, we are moving today. Here, I’m putting this note in your pocket. Don’t forget." The day passed by and the man came home to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon # 11 - Faith That Inspires Others Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 3, 2025

Faith prompted Abram, Ruth and Matthew to step out in obedience to God. The outcome was that they were blessed and became an inspiration to others. May our faith in God be so contagious that many others will be encouraged to put their faith in Jesus.

We read in Genesis 12:4, When Abram was seventy-five years old, he started out from Haran, as the LORD had told him to do; and Lot went with him. (GNB) Abram believed the words of the Lord who called him, left his country and people to follow after God. The reason for this kind of implicit ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:4, Hebrews 11:8, Ruth 1:8, Ruth 1:16-17, Hebrews 11:6, Matthew 9:9, Matthew 11:28, John 14:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Forgive & Forget?

Contributed by Lanny Freeman on Sep 7, 2002

Steps to forgiveness - learning to "let it go".

INTRO – Forgive & Forget? Illustration – I recall learning a lesson at summer camp as a young boy. I didn’t have much spending money to take with me. One of my few, inexpensive enjoyments was a box of mini-chiclets. One particular day I had bought a packet, and after chewing a few, I placed the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:32

Denomination: Baptist

A Testimony To Forgiveness

Contributed by Richard White on Sep 25, 2002

Peter was a character. He went from fisherman, to Apostle. From Denying Christ to proclaiming Christ. His is a story of what can happen to us when we experience the forgiveness of Jesus.

Text: Luke 22:1-24:12 Narration: I am known by several names, Cephas, Simon, and Peter. I am a fisherman by trade, with my brother Andrew and friends John and James we owned a very lucrative fishing business off the Sea of Galilee. Point 1: Met Jesus through my brother Andrew. John 1:41 Three ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Father, Forgive Them

Contributed by Ray Pritchard on Jul 5, 2007

There is another way to say it. Jesus forgives people we wouldn’t forgive if we were God. And he saves people we would immediately send to hell.

Father, Forgive Them Luke 23:34 Here is part of an email from a friend: Do you have any suggestions for getting rid of bitterness? What do you do when you are dealing with a situation where you cannot go to the person and discuss the issue with them? Of course, we both know that that is the ideal ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Burning Bushes And Other Calling Cards

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 31, 2007

God wanted to use Moses as His tool to set the people of Israel free and He used a burning bush to get his attention. What is the burning bush in your life these days?

Burning Bushes and Other Calling Cards Exodus 3-4 Exodus 3:1-2a (NLT) One day Moses was tending the flock of his father-in-law, Jethro, the priest of Midian, and he went deep into the wilderness near Sinai, the mountain of God. [2] Suddenly, the angel of the Lord appeared to him as a blazing ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Other Name Acts 4:12 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 19, 2024

Acts 4:12 declares the exclusive and saving power of the name of Jesus Christ. Let's explore how this truth transforms our lives and impacts our eternal destiny.

No Other Name Acts 4:12 Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound truth found in Acts 4:12, which declares the exclusive and saving power of the name of Jesus Christ. Let's explore how this truth transforms our lives and impacts our eternal destiny. "There is salvation in no one ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12, John 14:6, Matthew 1:23, Philippians 2:9-11, Romans 10:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Gracious!" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 16, 2004

How to be gracious toward others.

Today, we will conclude our series on "Finding Freedom In Forgiving Others." In doing so, I want us to think together about how our Savior tells us that we, as His followers, are called to live differently than the world. (READ TEXT) In our passage for today, Jesus encourages His followers to rise ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-42

Denomination: Baptist

Walking That Wise Walk…talking That Salty Talk

Contributed by Jennifer Casto on May 21, 2007

Walking That Wise Walk…Talking That Salty Talk...To Grace Or Not To Grace, That Is The Question Jennifer Mears May 9, 2007 Introduction: God calls all of us to live lives of love amongst each other. To help our neighbors and to become a family, a com

Walking That Wise Walk…Talking That Salty Talk To Grace Or Not To Grace, That Is The Question Jennifer Mears May 9, 2007 Introduction: God calls all of us to live lives of love amongst each other. To help our neighbors and to become a family, a community church of believers that help one another. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:5-6

Denomination: *other

Freedom Through Forgiveness

Contributed by Norayr Hajian on Mar 30, 2008

Forgiveness is easy to talk about, but not always easy to put into practice. This message illustrates why it is so important to forgive.

Bumper Stickers usually convey a great deal of truth: “The more people I meet the more I like my dog”. • No doubt, many people have had bad experiences with other people. • It seems that many people have been burned; disappointed. When Jesus was asked the greatest commandment; he replied, “Love ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Nazarene

What Do I Do When I'm Wronged Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Apr 17, 2008

1. Times are tough. Families are struggling. Situations are serious.

1. Times are tough. Families are struggling. Situations are serious. a. Not everything is going the way they would like. b. Really nothing is going the way they would like. c. That’s the first century church, believers living out their faith under severe persecution. d. Daily they could find ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Desprite Need For A Move Of God

Contributed by Rickey Broach on Mar 10, 2002

IF ANY ONE THING IS GOING TO MAKE A DIFFERANCE TODAY IT IS A MOVE OF GOD IN OUR LAND

A DESPERATE NEED FOR A MOVE OF GOD 1 SAMUEL 3:1 – 3 1 SAMUEL 3:1 And the child Samuel ministered unto the LORD before Eli. And the word of the LORD was precious in those days; there was no open vision. 2 And it came to pass at that time, when Eli was laid down in his place, and his eyes began to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-3

Denomination: Church Of God