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  • Davon Huss avatar

    Times Of Refreshing Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 29, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 9,253 views

    A sermon on Acts 3:16, 19 (Adapted from Charles Spurgeon Sermon on Acts 3:19)

    Sermon for 4/28/2002 Acts 3:16-19 Introduction: For years, the opening of "The Wide World of Sports" television program illustrated "the agony of defeat" with a painful ending to an attempted ski jump. The skier appeared in good form as he headed down the jump, but then, for no apparent reason, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Heart Beat Of God Series

    Contributed by Marty Baker on May 9, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 4,409 views

    The message focuses on the story of the prodigal son.

    The Heart Beat of God Dr. Marty Baker / February 24, 2002 / Luke 15:11-24 Over the last four weeks, we have been in a series called "Love Stories". We have examined "The Best of R + B", the story of Ruth and Boaz; we’ve glanced at Solomon’s passion; and marveled at Hosea’s love for his wife ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Great Mistakes

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 22, 2002
    based on 57 ratings
     | 9,305 views

    To err is human, to forgive is divine!

    Great Mistakes! Thesis: To err is human, to forgive is divine! Text: Mark 14:27-31 "You will all fall away,’ Jesus told them, ’for it is written: ‘I will strike the shepherd, and the sheep will be scattered.’ But after I have risen, I will go ahead of you into Galilee. Peter declared, ‘ ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Freedom, Intriguing Yet Elusive Series

    Contributed by Robert Odle on May 30, 2002
    based on 29 ratings
     | 3,617 views

    Justification by faith is an attractive yet elusive idea.

    Freedom, Intriguing yet Elusive (Galatians 2:11-14) Theme: God’s plan of salvation is trustworthy. Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased insight. After I preach this sermon, the hearer should be able to see that: 1. The possibility of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Eric Sellgren avatar

    Get Your Priorities Right

    Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Jun 18, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 4,147 views

    Two wrongs never make a right!

    This week I was reading a book when I came across a fascinating legal case which I thought I`d share with you. This case involved two brothers whose father had died. In his will he gave equal shares of his estate to each of the brothers, but one of them, operating a legal fiddle, had got his ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Why In The World Should I Forgive, Anyway?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 22, 2002
    based on 449 ratings
     | 26,472 views

    A consideration of five reasons that we should want to pursue forgiveness.

    We begin this morning with the knowledge that Jesus has commanded us to forgive. We add to that our general belief that forgiveness is a good thing. But, then, when we get into the actual situation where our heart has been stomped on and our emotions have been ripped to shreds, we need a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Do I Forgive Him? How Do I Forgive Her?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 3, 2002
    based on 879 ratings
     | 63,758 views

    This sermon walks through the 5 steps toward actually forgiving someone.

    Last week we spoke of why to forgive [see sermon “Why In The World Should I Forgive, Anyway?”]. Quickly on the heels of that question, though, comes the equally difficult question of how you forgive. We all understand the general concept of forgiveness, but most of us are not especially ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dead-End Detours Along The Road To Forgiveness

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 10, 2002
    based on 128 ratings
     | 7,011 views

    This message unpacks 4 of the common reasons that people do not persevere on the journey of forgiveness.

    Text: Galatians 6:1, 7, 9. - Our text sets the stage for what we want to discuss today. - Verse 1 places before us the call to forgiveness. This passage actually can be used in a much broader way, but given our immediate context this morning we’re dealing with the way this text applies ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    For Love's Sake Series

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Oct 9, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,892 views

    Sermon 2 of 3: Why We Should Forgive

    Philemon 8-14 For Love’s Sake Woodlawn Baptist Church September 25, 2005 Introduction When Paul wrote in 2 Corinthians 5 that God has given to us the ministry of reconciliation, I believe he primarily had in mind the privilege we have of introducing lost people to God through a personal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Alan McCann avatar

    Freedom In Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Alan Mccann on Oct 11, 2005
    based on 141 ratings
     | 21,473 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

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    The Art Of Reconciliation

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 10, 2004
    based on 45 ratings
     | 5,342 views

    Sermon on the Mount - dealing with murder and reconciling relationships.

    The Art of Reconciliation Matthew 5:21-26 October 12, 2004 Introduction We are knee-deep in the Sermon on the Mount as we work our way through the gospel according to Matthew. The section we look at today begins a number of individual teachings that Jesus gives regarding a number of different ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Help Restore Your Fallen Brother

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 21, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,008 views

    PENTECOST 16(A) - Help restore your fallen brother by warning them against their sin and offering them God’s forgiveness.

    HELP RESTORE YOUR FALLEN BROTHER MATTHEW 18:15-20 September 19, 2004 - PENTECOST 16 MATTHEW 18:15-20 15"If your brother sins against you, go and show him his fault, just between the two of you. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over. 16But if he will not listen, take one or two ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dr. Phillip Paschal avatar

    The Principles Of Forgiveness

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Dec 30, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 10,167 views

    Learning to forgive

    THE PRINCIPLES OF FORGIVENESS LUKE 11:4 I. INTRODUCTION WE LIVE IN A SOCIETY THAT REQUIRES US TO LIVE BY CERTAIN PRINCIPLES. PRINCIPLES ARE PUT INTO PLACE IN ORDER THAT STANDARDS AND RULES MAY BE MAINTAINED. HOWEVER, MY BROTHERS AND MY SISTERS I HAVE DISCOVERED THAT SOMETIMES THE PRINCIPLES ARE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Adrian Warnock avatar

    Jesus Meets An Outcast Series

    Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 17, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,890 views

    How does Jesus deal with a "sinner"? Is it the same way we do?

    John 4 Jesus- meets an outcast Audio at http://jubilee-church.org/sermons/john/samaritanwoman.htm The needy saviour meets a needy woman Jesus reaches out to a woman in need, revealing his need. Far from being independent and self sufficient he makes himself vulnerable, and reveals that he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Gerald Albers avatar

    The Spirit Of Forgiveness

    Contributed by Gerald Albers on Feb 24, 2007
    based on 16 ratings
     | 17,151 views

    Our worship cannot be acceptable to God if our hearts are filled with bitterness toward our brethren, or to those not of our faith.

    THE SPIRIT OF FORGIVENESS BY A SHOW OF HANDS, WHO WOULD LIKE TO TELL ME WHAT EASTER IS REALLY ABOUT? HOW ABOUT FORGIVENESS? Matt 6:9 15 (Scripture text) 9 After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. 10 Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible