Sermons on Unforgiveness:

Forfeiting Our Forgiveness

Contributed by Scott Burr on Dec 7, 2012

Is it possible to forfeit the forgiveness shown to us by Jesus Christ? The answer may surprise you! Time and again Scripture ties God's forgiveness to our willingness to forgive and by withholding from others what God so graciously extended to us, we are

“For if you forgive men when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Forgiveness #2 Series

Contributed by John Mccurry on Nov 6, 2010

Forgiveness, Two Types (Divine and Human)

FORGIVENESS Matt 6: 12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. 14 For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you: 15 But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses. v.12 Forgive as we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Is Your Best Offense Really A Good Defense?

Contributed by Darian Catron on Mar 17, 2022

Why are so many so offended by everything today, and are we exempt from this problem? What is the best response (the Christlike one) when things are offensive to us?

INTRODUCTION: Illustration- There’s an old saying – “The best defense is a good offense.” It’s been used in sports, in business, and in war. It’s also known as the strategic offensive principle of war. The theory is that being proactive with a strong offensive action will make your opponent so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36, Romans 12:14, James 1:19-20, Ephesians 4:26-27, Colossians 3:12-13, Romans 12:17-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Truth About Sin

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Dec 28, 2023

Too many people are convinced that God will never forgive them for their sins. I'm here to tell you that is nonsense! In this message, I want to show the truth about sin that no one has the faith to tell you.

Today, I want to teach on a rather sensitive subject. A subject most people don't want to hear about, talk about, or even read about. Sin. I want to teach on this subject because so many people have been taught so foolishly about sin. And because of what they've heard from Preachers, ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

Forgiveness: A Daily Need Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Aug 10, 2014

This is a simple plea to God, but it reminds us of three very powerful realities for believers.

Intro: The last petition (bread) began those focused us-ward. What bread is for the body, forgiveness is for the soul. It is an absolute necessity and a universal yearning. There is not a subject on which I could preach which would be more relevant than this one. Examine the language of this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Walls Fall Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Mar 2, 2016

A message about how to get the walls to fall in our lives.

Note:Glory Days by Max Lucado was used as a reference. Title: When the Walls Fall Theme: To show how to get the walls to fall. Text: Joshua 5: 6:1 -20 Prayer Time: Offering Introduction Read Joshua Joshua 6:1-20 Now Jericho was securely shut up because of the children of Israel; none went ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Between Love And Hate Series

Contributed by Darian Catron on Feb 8, 2025

Sometimes to truly understand something, it’s easier to look at and compare it to its exact opposite. What would you say is the exact opposite of love? How about hate? In this Sermon we look at what 1 John says about love and hate.

By a show of hands, who is going for the Chiefs tonight? Who is going for the Eagles? Who could care less? You know, it’s interesting how people can be so passionate for their favorite team in sports. But then I think about how passionate I can be for other things too. Like music. Like art. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:20-21, John 13:35, 1 John 4:7-8, 1 John 3:10-18, 1 John 3:11-12, Romans 5:8, 1 John 4:9-12, 1 John 2:2, 1 John 4:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The "Parable Of The Unforgiving Servant” Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Oct 21, 2004

# 9 in a series on the "The Stories That Jesus Told" - The Parables. This sermon examines the cost of unforgiveness in our lives.

The Stories That Jesus Told Sermon # 9 “Parable of The Unforgiving Servant” or “The World’s Worst Prison” Matthew 18:21-35 “One of my favorite stories concerns a man who was bitten by a dog, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Our Life - In Danger Series

Contributed by Mark Hiehle on Aug 3, 2009

One of the biggest dangers to our spoiritual life is unforgiveness. This sermon sets forth the truth that forgiveness is not an option.

Our Life - in Danger Matthew 18:21-35 “Forgiveness is not an option” Someone once said that life would be easy if you didn’t have to deal with other people. Because we are not perfect, and no one else is perfect either, there will be conflicts, disagreements, misunderstandings and problems. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Nazarene

Purifying Your Heart Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 15, 2025

To purify our hearts is to remove anything that contaminates our relationship with Him—sin, unforgiveness, and worldly distractions.

Title: PURIFYING YOUR HEART By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 51:10 Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:8, James 4:8, 1 John 1:9 A pure heart is essential for every believer who desires to walk closely with God. The Bible teaches that a pure heart is the key to receiving from God and experiencing ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10, Matthew 5:8, James 4:8, 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Title: Offended And Unforgiving — Nursing Grudges In Jesus’ Name - How Unforgiveness Poisons The Soul—and The Church Series

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Oct 12, 2025

“When you become offended, you take an idol from its shelf, put it on the throne of your heart, then you kneel before it and adore it.” — Paul David Tripp

Title: Offended and Unforgiving — Nursing Grudges in Jesus’ Name - How unforgiveness poisons the soul—and the church Text: Matthew 6:14-15 “ For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you, 15 but if you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Lifestyle Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Greg Cooper on Oct 16, 2001

WE MUST LEARN TO LIVE WITHOUT BITTERNESS AND UNFORGIVENESS. IT DESTORY’S OUR JOY, PEACE, AND OUR REALTIONSHIP WITH GOD.

Title: A Lifestyle of Forgiveness Text: Mathew 18:21-35 Intro: Have you ever known someone that had a problem with forgiving? Someone that held a grudge and would not let go of it. Most likely they walked around bitter and angry most of the time. Hebrews 12:14 Follow peace with all men, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

Love Fully

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jan 10, 2018

Love fully to the end, don't hold unforgiveness or hate in your heart. Let go off issues and be free

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: LOVE FULLY John 13:1King James Version (KJV) 13 Now before the feast of the passover, when Jesus knew that his hour was come that he should depart out of this world unto the Father, having loved his own which were in the world, he loved them unto ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Overcoming Hindrances To Powerful Prayers.

Contributed by Amar Chandnani on Dec 9, 2024

How many of you are waiting on God to answer a specific prayer? Okay, how many of you are wondering why these prayers haven't been answered yet?

Let us pray. Let me ask you guys a question before we get right to our topic. How many of you are waiting on God to answer a specific prayer? Okay, how many of you are wondering why these prayers haven't been answered yet? Well this session is to explain and explore hindrances to our powerful ...read more

Scripture: James 4:3, Ephesians 4:31-32, Deuteronomy 28:12, Colossians 3:23, Matthew 21:21, Deuteronomy 8:18, 1 John 5:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 7, 2024

This message is about the power of forgiveness. As Christians, we must accept that fact that our opportunity to receive forgiveness is based on our willingness to forgive others.

The Power of Forgiveness Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15; Ephesians 4:32; Colossians 3:12-13 Good morning Strangers Rest. The title of my message this morning is “The Power of Forgiveness.” This is the first of four messages that God has given me to be delivered to you as we begin this transition ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15, Ephesians 4:32, Colossians 3:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational