Sermons on The Importance Of Forgiveness:

Living To Please The Lord

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Dec 30, 2024

Psalm 19 is a psalm of David. David’s prayer is a life-desire to please the Lord; specifically in this verse relating to words spoken and the inward thoughts and ponderings of the heart – desiring that they always be pleasing to the Lord, the One Who is ‘my strength and my redeemer.’

May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer. ~ Psalm 19:14 Psalm 19 is a psalm of David. David’s prayer is a life-desire to please the Lord; specifically in this verse relating to words spoken and the inward thoughts and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:14

Denomination: Foursquare

Los Tesoros Escondidos De Dios, Primera Parte

Contributed by Raquel Martinez on Jan 23, 2025

Dios tiene tesoros, cosas de gran valor, pero no estan a la vista publica. Parecen estar escondidos, o mas bien colocados en un lugar seguro, donde podemos encontrarlos, si los buscamos de veras.

“Yo iré delante de ti, y enderezaré los lugares torcidos; quebrantaré puertas de bronce, y cerrojos de hierro haré pedazos; y te daré los tesoros escondidos, y los secretos muy guardados, para que sepas que soy Jehová, el Dios de Israel, que te pongo nombre”. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:2-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Heritage Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Nov 15, 2024

Do we know enough of our own history that we could, like Stephen, stand before a trial and explain why we believe in Jesus as our Saviour and how America is better because of the work of God?

“Heritage” Acts 7:1-54 How important is our heritage? Webster’s 1828 = Heritage, 1. Inheritance; an estate that passes from an ancestor to an heir by descent or course of law; that which is inherited. 2. In Scripture, the saints or people of God are called his heritage as being claimed by him, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-54

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of God

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Jun 30, 2023

Power is the authority that one holds over another person or a group of people. Power is an inherent characteristic of God that cannot be compared to any other power.

THE POWER OF GOD 1. Psalm 66:1-8 2. Mark 5:25-34 3. Acts 16:15-18 Power in Greek means dunamis (dynamite). Power is the authority that one holds over another person or a group of people. Power is an inherent characteristic of God that cannot be compared to any other power. Truly, there are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:1-8, Mark 5:25-34, Acts 16:15-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Committed To Giving PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024

Explores the spiritual discipline of giving, emphasizing the importance of generous, cheerful, and faithful contributions to the church and God's Kingdom.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to gather together in the Lord's house, as we seek to grow in our understanding and application of His Word. Today, we are going to open our hearts and minds to a subject that is both deeply personal and profoundly spiritual: our commitment to church ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-7, Malachi 3:8-10

Topics: Importance Of Giving, Local Church

"Father, Forgive Them...." Series

Contributed by Kevin Cummins on Apr 27, 2003

If we are to model Jesus in every area of our life that must include his forgiveness as well. This sermon takes a look at three aspects of forgiveness of Christ that our forgiveness should model.

This morning we will be starting a new seven-week series. I know just a few weeks ago we ended a seven-week series on the deadly sins. But as you know the number 7 in scriptures is symbolic of perfection. So hopefully this series will be perfect for what you need in your life. For the next ...read more

Scripture: John 23:33-34

Denomination: Church Of God

Big Enough To Forgive Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Jan 2, 2002

David discovered that sometimes personal offenses are best forgiven, not paid back by holding grudges, getting angry, or giving paybacks.

When David met Shemei the first time (2 Samuel 16:5-8), Shemei: +Kicked him when he was down. +Threw rocks at him, +Yelled at him, +Said God was judging the King, +Probably reminded David who Shemei’s dad was The second time they met (2 Samuel 19:22-23), 1. David kept his focus on God clear 2. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Forgive As We Are Forgiven

Contributed by Lin Fricker on Sep 24, 2002

Based on the parable of the Unmerciful Servant Matthew 18:21-35 about forgiving others as we are forgiven

Peter begins by asking Jesus a question, "how many times must I forgive my brother, up to seven times? This would have been a very generous act in those days as God had finished his work of creation and on the seventh day rested, seven was a perfect number. So Peter thought he was being very ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forgiveness Is Conditional I Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 17, 2003

An introduction to the issue of forgiveness. We forgive as God forgives us. God forgives us conditionally, otherwise you would have universalism. Even believers must confess their sins before the relationship is completely restored.

Forgiveness, Part 1 Forgiveness is Conditional Introduction Some of what is taught in evangelical churches today is taught on the basis assumption. I have a special impatience with those who assume, but the problem is that I am sometimes one of them! Questions we will attempt to answer in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hear, Forgive, Heal Series

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Jan 24, 2003

Fifth installment of Revival Series influenced by Rick Atchley. This lesson describes what one receives when Revival comes.

HEAR, FORGIVE, HEAL II Chronicles 7:14 INTRODUCTION: This Fall we are studying what it means to be revived again according to the Bible. We will be studying some of the great revivals in the Bible, but right now we are studying that great verse in the Bible that tells us what we must do so that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14-141

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

At The Cross - The Cross & Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 15, 2002

The Cross of Jesus tells us things we need to know, but we’re not sure we want to hear.

Several years ago, I was driving through downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana. It was a 4 lane, one way street that I had traveled several times before. I was going the speed limit (maybe a little faster) when I saw the light up ahead turn yellow. I thought to myself, "I can make that light if I just speed ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:19-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Happy Are The Forgiving And Pure Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Sep 22, 2004

This is the world’s thinking turned on its head! The world will tell you, "Happy is the man who insists on his rights" and "Happy is the man who thinks of himself". . . but JESUS SAYS. . . *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

Mt 5:1 ¶ And seeing the multitudes, He went up on a mountain, and when He was seated His disciples came to Him. 2 Then He opened His mouth and taught them, saying: 3 ¶ "Blessed are the poor in spirit, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, For they shall be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7-8

Denomination: Holiness

"Pride, Humility, Forgiveness

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Oct 19, 2004

A sermon for the 21st Sunday after Pentecost Proper 25 Parable about the Pharisee and tax collector

21st Sunday after Pentecost Proper 25 Luke 18:9-14 Sermon "Pride, Humility, Forgiveness 9* ¶ He also told this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous and despised others: 10 "Two men went up into the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. 11* ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Coming To Grips With Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 6, 2004

If God is willing to forgive and forget, then we must do the same for ourselves.

COMING TO GRIPS WITH FORGIVENESS Text: Lk. 15:11-24 Introduction A. Read Lk. 15:11-24 B. Over the past several weeks, I have been preaching to you about the subject of forgiveness. In this series we have talked about… 1. Our need to be forgiven by God 2. Our need to forgive others C. However ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Methodist

God's Forgives Sin Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 6, 2004

If we confess our sins to God He will forgive us.

GOD’S FORGIVES SIN Text: 1 Jn. 1:5-2:2 Introduction A. Read 1 Jn. 1:5-2:2 B. Have you ever had someone make you so mad that it made you say, “I never forgive you as long as I live!” C. Aren’t you glad that God is not that way? D. Aren’t you glad that we serve a God who forgives? Transition: ...read more

Denomination: Methodist