Sermons on Racial Reconciliation:

Past, Present And Future Of Justification Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 15, 2020

Because of what Jesus did for us on the cross, it’s as if I never sinned!

The Past, Present and Future of Justification Text: Rom. 5:1-11 Introduction 1. This morning we are going to talk about…THEOLOGY! “Now wait a minute Pastor Mark, we don’t want to talk about theology, we just want to talk about Jesus!” Well, you can’t talk about Christian theology and not talk ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

What Causes Fights And Quarrels? Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Jun 18, 2020

The problem was not something out there. The root of the problem was inside them.

James 4 – Walk This Way What Causes Fights and Quarrels? June 28, 2020 James 4:1-2 NIV What causes fights and quarrels among you? Don’t they come from your desires that battle within you? 2 You desire but do not have, so you kill. You covet but you cannot get what you want, so you quarrel and ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-2, Genesis 1:27-28, Genesis 4:8-9, Exodus 20:13, Matthew 5:21-24, Luke 23:34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Reconciled To Your Brother Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 4, 2022

Reconciliation begins with confrontation; being brave enough to approach someone to say, “Hey, we need to talk about something.” Rick Warren says that running from a problem and pretending it doesn’t exist is cowardice.

I want to ask a question to start off our message, and that is, “Whatever happened to reconciliation?” It seems as though there’s not a lot of reconciliation happening in our churches today among Christians. Probably the reason why is because reconciliation begins with confrontation; or rather, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:23-24, Matthew 18:15-18, James 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph: Reunited With His Family Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jun 13, 2022

Joseph was separated from his family at the age of 17 not because of war, but because of the wicked jealousy of his own brothers. In their jealousy they sold Joseph into slavery and presented his ornamented coat to their father. God used this for his purposes.

A popular television feature is to find a situation where a family has been separated because of war or some tragedy. The show does research to find out where the missing family members are. Then they reunite the family on television. It certainly makes for a moving experience with tears and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 42:1-38, Genesis 43:1-34, Genesis 45:1-28, Genesis 46:1-34, Genesis 44:1-34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Brought Near By The Blood Of Christ Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 8, 2023

Ephesians 2:13 reminds us of the profound transformation that occurs when we accept Christ's sacrifice. We move from a state of separation and distance from God to being brought near through His blood.

"Brought Near by the Blood of Christ" Introduction: Greetings, dear congregation. Today, we gather to delve into the powerful message of Ephesians 2:13 from the New Living Translation: "But now you have been united with Christ Jesus. Once you were far away from God, but now you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:13, Romans 5:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Two Non-Negotiable Tenets Of True Christianity – Forgiveness And Reconciliation! Series

Contributed by Sandeep Samson on Mar 21, 2025

Forgiveness and reconciliation are indeed central tenets of Christian teachings, rooted in the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Here’s a deeper look at why they are considered non-negotiable for a true Christian

Forgiveness 1. Biblical Foundation: Jesus emphasized forgiveness repeatedly. In the Lord’s Prayer, He taught, “Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors” (Matthew 6:12). He also said, “If you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins” (Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Hebrews 12:15, John 13:34-35, Romans 12:18, 2 Corinthians 5:18-19, Hosea 6:1-2, Colossians 3:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Leadership Matters And Character Counts

Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Mar 15, 2022

In this season of change, the Lord is doing His job. The question is, are we doing our job as the Lord commands? "Now all things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself through Jesus Christ and has given us the ministry of reconciliation" (2 Cor. 5:18, NKJV).

Our Father in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, Lord let Your will be done on earth as it is done in heaven. Lord, You said, "Do nothing from rivalry and conceit" (Philippians 2:3). Help us maintain a servant attitude committed to one faith, one body, and serving one Lord. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:18, Titus 1:5, 1 Corinthians 11:1

Denomination: Other

Easter PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 17, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' sacrifice for our sins, the salvation it offers, and the reconciliation it secures between God and mankind.

Good morning, beloved family. It is with great joy and a heart full of gratitude that I stand before you today, ready to share the word of God. We gather here, not as mere attendees, but as a community of believers, bound by a love that surpasses all understanding, a love that was demonstrated on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Topics: Reconciliation, Man To God

Genesis Chapter Thirty-Three Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jan 14, 2024

These are thoughts on Genesis Chapter Thirty-Three. In his work, "What does every Bible chapter say..." John Hunt gives an overview of each chapter of the Bible. It is my intention to do the same thing here.

GENESIS CHAPTER THIRTY-THREE OVERVIEW Overall what is happening in this chapter is that Jacob is reunited with Esau. Thomas Coke (1801) – Genesis 33 The friendly meeting of Jacob and Esau. Esau at first refuses, but, being urged, accepts his brother's present. Esau returns to Seir. Jacob ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 33:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The True Tabernacle: (The Laver) Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jan 21, 2023

The bronze wash basin in the Tabernacle furniture represents the place for self-examination and washing in the Christian life as we go about fulfilling our role as a royal priesthood.

The True Tabernacle: (The Laver) TEXT: Exodus 30:17-21 (NKJV) Then the LORD spoke to Moses, saying: “You shall also make a laver of bronze, with its base also of bronze, for washing. You shall put it between the tabernacle of meeting and the altar. And you shall put water in it, for Aaron and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 30:17-21, Exodus 38:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Scapegoat Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on May 25, 2022

Greetings in the Holy Name of Jesus Yahshuah, My brothers and sisters in Christ Jesus the need and the use of a scapegoat goes back to The Third Book Of Moses, Called Leviticus

Scapegoat by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (April 24, 2022) “But the goat, on which the lot fell to be the scapegoat, shall be presented alive before the Lord, to make an atonement with him, and to let him go for a scapegoat into the wilderness.” (Leviticus 16:10 King ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 16:10, John 1:4, John 14:6, John 21:24

Denomination: Friends

Sermon On The Mount # 3 Be Reconciled To Thy Brother

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on May 26, 2022

Some of the most horrible things you can imagine have taken place under the name of Christianity.

For example: • In the year 2002, many were shocked when they began to hear about some of the sinful things among the Catholic priests in America, that dealt with child molesting and homosexuality. The news was so devastating for many, that many Catholics left the Catholic church. Many others ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:23-26

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiveness, Yes Or No?

Contributed by William Meakin on Mar 9, 2024

“Yes” is defined as an affirmative response to a request, question, command, or suggestion. Alternatively, “No” is respectively described as the negative reciprocation for each.

Shannon L. Alder, a female author and physical therapist who works as an inpatient therapist at a rehabilitation hospital in California once remarked: “People that hold onto hate for so long do so because they want to avoid dealing with their pain. They falsely believe if they forgive they are ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:25, 1 John 1:9, Matthew 18:21-22, James 5:12

Go And Be Reconciled Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Dec 15, 2022

What makes reconciling with someone difficult when you are offended or when you have offended others? Would it help for you to have the right motivation and approaches to restore a relationship? Prepare for a challenge that can be met with God’s grace and a reminder of His forgiveness!

(If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) Go and Be Reconciled Luke 15:11-31, Matthew 5:21-26; 18:15-17 Do you ever wonder why the church needs to learn and practice peacemaking? The unchurched goes through ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-31, Matthew 5:21-26, Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: *other

A Story Of Slow, Painful Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 16, 2023

The story of Joseph coming to a place of forgiveness with his brothers is a long story (four whole chapters!) but the story is a great illustration of how difficult forgiveness is.

HOW WE THINK YOU FORGIVE: Say “I forgive you” and move on. - Discuss the fact that “forgive and forget” is not in the Bible. PLOT POINTS: - This is a really long story – basically four chapters! But it’s important that we hit the various plot points because they show the back-and-forth, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist