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  • John Kapteyn avatar

    Who Can I Blame?

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 37 ratings
     | 11,141 views

    We live in a world in which we shirk responsibilities for our actions. What are the dangers we face when we assign blame?

    Introduction 1. See illustrations below. 2. Reflects tendency in marriages, families, church to cast blame for problems on others. Teaching 1. The people of Israel had been wandering in desert for 1 1/2 years since they were delivered from Egypt. They are standing at the border of the land of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Receive And Give Forgiveness

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 226 ratings
     | 33,297 views

    If somebody killed your child, could you ever forgive him? By God’s grace the raging desire for revenge might eventually die down within our hearts, but most of us would probably prefer never to see that person again nor to help him in any way. Yet th

    Let the Holy Spirit Help You Give and Receive Forgiveness (Eph. 1:7-18) Illustration: Forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you. . --Ephesians 4:32 During the war in Kosovo in 1999, three Americans were captured and held hostage for more than a month. After intense negotiations, a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Alan McCann avatar

    Freedom In Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Alan Mccann on Oct 11, 2005
    based on 141 ratings
     | 21,573 views

    The freedom of forgiveness or the bondage of bitterness is a choice we make

    FREEDOM OF FORGIVENESS COLOSSIANS 3 VERSES 12-17 “I had a brother once, and I betrayed him.” With these words, African writer Laurens Van der Post begins a wonderful book The Seed and the Sower, (I recommend you read it). The story is of two brothers from small South African village. The elder ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Forgiveness

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 26, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,001 views

    Many look at the concept and action of forgiveness in light of the negative connotation of the term the “F word!” They avoid saying it and doing it and feel for some mysterious reason that they are exempt from doing what Jesus described as being essential

    “Forgiveness!” On the Lighter side: These are all apparently true statements made by important people... "I’m not going to have some reporters pawing through our papers. We are the president." -Hillary Clinton commenting on the release of subpoenaed documents "The president has kept all of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Bradford Robinson avatar

    Overcoming Evil With Good

    Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Oct 28, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,637 views

    Loving our enemy is not easy, but living out the Christian life isn’t either! This message looks at how we are to respond to evil people who do bad things to us.

    It may have been King David’s lowest moment. His son Absalom was leading a revolution against him. Absalom was a charmer and had convinced many that David was too old and ineffective to lead. When Absalom stormed the city with his troops, David and his army left Jerusalem and left the palace ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Ray Ellis avatar

    A Great Gift To God

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Nov 1, 2005
    based on 58 ratings
     | 21,630 views

    A message demonstrating "Forgiveness" as a great gift to God.

    A Great Gift to God Matthew 5:21-26 #Dennis had the privilege of growing up in a Christian home. His father was an outstanding and compassionate attorney. Denis was supported with his father’s prayers and finances through law school. After graduation from law school Denis worked with his ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    0822 Trinity Xxii: Parable Of Unforgiving Servant:forgiving And Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Nov 7, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,489 views

    The parable of the Unforgiving Servant : Forgiving and Forgiveness. How can God grant forgiveness and then rescend it?

    Sermon: The parable of the Unforgiving Servant: Forgiving and Forgiveness. Text: Matt 18:21-35, Phil 1:3-11 Occasion: Trinity XXII Who: Mark Woolsey Where: Arbor House When: Sunday, October 23, 2005 Audio link: ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Rev. Bruce A. Shields avatar

    Part 2 - True Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Nov 14, 2005
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,483 views

    Part 2 of our Faith sseries - True Forgiveness.

    FAITH PART 2 – TRUE FORGIVENESS First Baptist Church of Tawas City Michigan Rev. Bruce A. Shields www.tawasbaptist.org WELCOME • Visitors (Visitor Cards & Prayer Request Cards in pews) Last week we talked about Faith and unforgiveness, and how unforgiveness can cause a roadblock and prevent God ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Ernest Corty avatar

    Urgent, Wounded, Healed

    Contributed by Ernest Corty on Mar 22, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,729 views

    Seeking restoration in an urgent and repentive way is a message that is not taught very often today!

    One of the stories that is rarely told in regards to the Titanic is the story of John Harper. I guess it would not be dramatic enough for Hollywood! Perhaps there isn’t enough promiscuity or infamy in his story. Harper was born into a Christian family in May of 1872. He became a Christian at 13 ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Matthew Cook avatar

    The Forgiveness Of Joseph Series

    Contributed by Matthew Cook on Mar 23, 2005
    based on 28 ratings
     | 11,400 views

    Joseph’s godly example of forgiveness

    The Forgiveness of Joseph March 23, 2005 Center Point Baptist Church Introduction At a convention with their wives, two businessmen who had been roommates in college crossed paths. They sat in the lobby all night talking. They knew they would be in trouble with their wives. The next day they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeremy Houck avatar

    Why Can't You Forgive Series

    Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Apr 23, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 7,463 views

    The ability to forgive is the ability to recieve forgiveness.

    Last Tuesday, April 19th, this country observed a very difficult anniversary, and for most of us it passed by without a thought. It was April 19th 1995 that we suffered the atrocity of the Oklahoma City Bombing. As I was thinking about our sermon today I ran across a story from that event that I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Marty Hopkins avatar

    Operation Restoration

    Contributed by Marty Hopkins on May 8, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,560 views

    A message about the restoring of a fallen brother or sister in Christ.

    “Operation Restoration” (Gal. 6:1-5) Good morning! Great to be with you as we break open God’s word to see what He has in store for us today. I’m reminded daily of God’s blessing and faithfulness to me and my family and it’s my heart’s desire to be faithful to him in what He has called me to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James McCullen avatar

    Dealing With Sin In The Christians Life. Series

    Contributed by James Mccullen on May 9, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,650 views

    Does sin affect of bodies? Do we need to confess sin to others? It is my desire to preach the Bible during the entire sermon. Please note all points and sub-points are tied to the scripture. This sermon is expository in style, you will have to open,

    DEALING WITH SIN IN THE CHRISTIANS LIFE. James 5:16-20 (NASB) (16) Therefore, confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another, so that you may be healed. The effective prayer of a righteous man can accomplish much. {17} Elijah was a man with a nature like ours, and he prayed ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Jerry DePoy avatar

    "Forgivenss?"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Jun 21, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,212 views

    Wasn’t it obvious that the reason why these four men had brought their paralytic friend to Christ was because they wanted to see their friend healed! Why did Jesus begin with a message on forgiveness first?

    Rather than giving you an entire message, here is a brief devotional thought for you to consider from the message that I preached this past Sunday Morning, enjoy: The text is in Mark Chapter two. Four men brought their paralytic friend to Christ. They wanted him healed. When they came to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rich Cook avatar

    Lose The Weight Of Unforgiveness Series

    Contributed by Rich Cook on Jun 28, 2005
    based on 73 ratings
     | 11,425 views

    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

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    Denomination: Nazarene