Sermons on Racial Reconciliation:

The Paradox Of Possession Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Jun 18, 2009

It is not we who possess anything of lasting value; no matter what we possess it is Christ who possess us!

The Paradox of Possession, II Corinthians 6:1-13 Series Introduction, “An Upside-Down Kingdom” In Isaiah 52:13-53:12, known as Isaiah’s fourth servant song, the prophet describes what is known as Isaiah’s “suffering servant.” This verse is filled with language of “substitution.” The passage, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-13

Denomination: Christian Church

The Power Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Brian Gordon on Nov 7, 2011

The Power of Forgiveness

I. Introduction A. Have you ever done something dumb? B. 6 or 7 years old, had a dart board in the upstairs hallway. a. The kind you play with metal tipped darts. b. Hallway just perfect for throwing darts. c. Brother and I were playing. d. Earlier that week he had accidentally stepped on my ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Towel That Wipes Away Grudges Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Dec 31, 2015

Forgiveness, Reconciliation, Real Life Christianity

THE TOWEL – The Towel That Wipes Away Grudges Matthew 18:15-22 November 6, 2022 Introduction: There’s the story of two men who appeared before a judge on charges of assault and disturbing the peace... After the judge had listened to both sides and surmised that both men claimed to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Character Of One Who Forgives Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 5, 2016

In today's sermon I want to examine the character of one who forgives.

Scripture Last week I started a short series of sermons on Paul’s letter to Philemon. One writer said, “Philemon is about reconciliation and relationships between Christians.” Philemon was a wealthy, godly Christian who lived in the city of Colossae. He had a slave named ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:4-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Actions Of One Who Forgives Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 12, 2016

In today's sermon we examine the actions of one who forgives.

Scripture Two weeks ago I started a short series of sermons called “Forgiveness and Reconciliation” from Paul’s letter to Philemon. Part of the reason I am preaching this series is because I want to learn how, when I sin (and I do sin all the time), to repent well, and to seek ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:8-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Motivation Of One Who Forgives Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 19, 2016

In this lesson we examine the motivation of one who forgives.

Scripture Three weeks ago I started a short sermon series called “Forgiveness and Reconciliation” on the letter of Paul to Philemon. I plan to conclude this series today. Philemon was a wealthy, godly Christian who lived in the city of Colossae. He had a slave named Onesimus. Some ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:19-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Being In The Inside Group Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 28, 2016

Jesus took that group that had no citizenship in Israel & made them fellow-heirs (not exactly shared citizenship-we'll talk about that next time). So the outside group is now inside the inside group. Then He brought both together as super-insiders. We are all in Christ.

Ephesians 2:14 For he himself is our peace, who has made the two groups one and has destroyed the barrier, the dividing wall of hostility, 15 by setting aside in his flesh the law with its commands and regulations. His purpose was to create in himself one new humanity out of the two, thus making ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:14-17

Denomination: *other

A Forgiving Heart

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 24, 2014

This message from Matthew 6:12-15 explains why forgiveness is essential and practical steps that can be taken to accomplish it.

A Forgiving Heart Matthew 6:12-15 (Inspired by a message from Dan Allender) INTRODUCTION: Jesus had a lot to say about forgiveness. When he taught his disciples how to pray (in what we now call the Lord’s Prayer) Jesus said, “Forgive us our debts as we also have forgiven our debtors, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cross - The Answer To Isolation Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 20, 2015

Despite the many ways we have of connecting you’ll still find that many people today feel a deep sense of isolation. But the primary result of the fall wasn’t a breakdown in our relationship with each other, it was a breakdown in our relationship with God

Part of a series based on The Cross of Christ by Dr Leon Morris You may have seen any of the countless programs about the sinking of the Titanic over the past few weeks. One of the things I find interesting about the sinking of the Titanic is that when they wanted to call for help all they had was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-21

Denomination: Anglican

When It All Falls Apart Series

Contributed by Jon Lipka on Jul 8, 2014

When the fellowship between two persons is broken, the love between them impels the Lover to offer repair in order to restore fellowship and reunite Lover and beloved.

We continue our sermon series, “Falling in Love Again.” And I’m excited to keep learning and seeing more of how God loves us, and how we can love Him. On Ash Wednesday, we heard that there was “A Falling Out” between man and God. If there hadn’t been a falling ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-42

Denomination: Anglican

At Peace With All Men

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 23, 2014

We must attempt to reconcile relationships with people.

At Peace with All Men July 20, 2014Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must attempt to reconcile relationships with people. Focus Passage: Romans 12:14-21 Introduction: When he was an attorney, Abraham Lincoln was once approached by a man who ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Beauty Of Reconcilliation Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jul 22, 2015

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God

The Beauty of Reconciliation Matthew 5:9 blessed (makarious): supremely happy. peace (eirene): more than just the lack of conflict; it is a state of being bound together; being properly related. Where does this peace come from? God Colossians 1:19-20 How is this peace given? Through the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Baptist

So Great A Salvation - The Way Of Salvation Is Finished!

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 7, 2021

The plan of Salvation was complete. The battles have been fierce, the war had been long, and Satan would suffer his final defeat. It is finished was the victory cry of Jesus.

John 19:28 “After this, Jesus knowing that all things were now accomplished, that the scripture might be fulfilled, saith, I thirst. 29 Now there was set a vessel full of vinegar: and they filled a spunge with vinegar, and put it upon hyssop, and put it to his mouth. 30 When Jesus therefore had ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-30, Hebrews 2:3

Denomination: Methodist

A Tip For Our Peace And Happiness (Twenty-Third Sunday In Ordinary Time)

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 28, 2020

In spite of Covid-19, the pandemic, we have a reason to be peaceful and happy in our lives and i am going to give a tip for our peace and happiness.

A Tip for Our Peace and Happiness (Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time) Matthew 18:15-20, Ezekiel 33:7-9, Romans 13:8-10.   Reflection   Dear sisters and brothers,   This Sunday, we have a meaningful text from the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 18:15-20):   “If your brother sins ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20, Ezekiel 33:7-9, Romans 13:8-10

Denomination: Other

Un Consejo Para Nuestra Paz Y Felicidad

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 28, 2020

A pesar del Covid-19, la pandemia, tenemos una razón para estar tranquilos y felices en nuestras vidas y voy a dar un consejo para nuestra paz y felicidad.

Un consejo para nuestra paz y felicidad Ezequiel 33: 7-9, Romanos 13: 8-10, Mateo 18: 15-20. Reflexión Queridos hermanos y hermanas, Este domingo, tenemos un texto significativo del Evangelio de Mateo (Mateo 18: 15-20): "Si tu hermano peca [contra ti], ve y cuéntale su ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 33:7-9, Romans 13:8-10, Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Other