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  • David Johnston avatar

    Forgiveness

    Contributed by David Johnston on Sep 24, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,814 views

    Our salvation is contingent on whether or not we are willing to forgive others. Forgiveness is a hard pill to swallow, but it must be done.

    Forgiveness Matthew 6: 9-15 Most of us, if not all of us, are here today because of God’s forgiveness! Rom. 3:23 For ALL have sinned and come short of the glory of God All of us have transgressed God’s laws. All of us were on our way to eternal punishment, deserving our just reward… BUT ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael McCosker avatar

    Forgiveness

    Contributed by Michael Mccosker on Sep 20, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 10,868 views

    Psalm 32 speaks of the Blessedness of Forgiveness

    This morning we will be looking at Psalm 32. Psalm 32, a psalm of David was originally written as a song in which many believe was to be sung on the Day of Atonement, (the day in which all Israel would gather for the sacrifice of sin). As David pens this psalm, he is instructing the readers of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 432 views

    This sermon explores the transformative power of forgiveness, its role in procuring peace, and the blessings hindered by unforgiveness.

    Good morning, dear friends. Let's gather our hearts together today as we turn our attention to the divine words of God, the Holy Scripture that guides us, comforts us, and shapes us into the image of Christ. Our focus today is on forgiveness - a theme so central to our faith, yet so challenging to ...read more

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  • Kevin Litchfield avatar

    Forgiveness

    Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,548 views

    This sermon focuses on Peter and forgiveness

    Peter stood tall among the disciples. He was one of Jesus closest friends and everyone knew it. While they sat at the table, Jesus began to describe the hard road he was about to face. In a moment that must have been very difficult for Jesus. He looks out at his disciples, his closest friends and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Forgiveness!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 13, 2014
     | 6,000 views

    Let me stress a point here, when we fail to forgive, we are actually torturing ourselves; because bitterness causes depression, inability to sleep, tension and much more.

    THE FIRST WORD OF JESUS ON THE CROSS! Luke 23:34-Jesus said: "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do." (Memorize) Day 34- Mathew 5:44 “But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.”(Memorize) These are the most awesome words uttered ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Forgiveness!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 10, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,417 views

    We are bombarded on all sides with ‘revenge theme’ movies, violence and blood through media; in the midst of all this cacophony, it is soothing and refreshing to read about a man who forgave the people who harassed and traumatized him

    Nelson Mandela! Mathew 18:35”……. forgive your brother from your heart." Nelson Mandela spent 18 of his 27 years in prison on Robben Island. Christo Brand was his jailor. Brand started to work on Robben Island off Cape Town in 1978 when he was 18 and Mandela was 60. At such a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dean Rhine avatar

    Forgiveness

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 11, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,526 views

    The need for forgiveness

    Intro: We talked last week about Colossians 3:1 - setting our minds on heavenly things. Yet, so often we focus on things on the earth. We are slow to do that which we know is right. One of the areas we struggle is in the area of offering forgiveness. Is there anyone you hold a grudge ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 9, 2004
    based on 50 ratings
     | 7,777 views

    Discover how biblical forgiveness restores hope for marriage.

    This morning we continue with our third message in the series: Restoring Hope for Marriage. No one I know goes into marriage planning to fail or to be miserable. Most go into marriage with great hopes and dreams. But over time, misunderstandings, selfishness, unmet expectations, violation of ...read more

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    Forgiveness

    Contributed by Sang Kwon on May 11, 2002
    based on 23 ratings
     | 4,228 views

    Meaning of forgiveness

    Forgiveness The United States of America is retaliating on Afghanistan where, according to their sources, Osama Bin Laden is in hiding. George W. Bush had said that acts of terrorism would not be tolerated and would lead to retaliation. They did choose to retaliate as they are currently undergoing ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Forgiveness PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 871 views

    To explore the concept of forgiveness, emphasizing the burden of unforgiveness and the freedom that forgiveness can bring, ultimately bringing us closer to God.

    Good morning, church family! We are diving into a deep topic today, one that has the power to shape, or more accurately, reshape our lives and relationships. We're going to talk about forgiveness, or more specifically, the power of unforgiveness, the consequences of unforgiveness, and the freedom ...read more

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    Forgivness

    Contributed by Dr. Casey Adams on Oct 9, 2018
     | 7,271 views

    This message deals with the difficult subject of forgiveness

    I. "IF WE SAY THAT WE HAVE NO SIN, WE DECEIVE OURSELVES AND THE TRUTH IS NOT IN US. IF WE CONFESS OUR SINS, HE IS FAITHFUL AND JUST TO FORGIVE US OUR SINS, AND TO CLEANSE US FROM ALL UNRIGHTEOUSNESS" A. These words sum up the great characteristic aim which distinguishes Christianity from every ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 848 views

    To explore the power and necessity of forgiveness in our Christian walk, as it is not about our feelings but our willful decision to forgive, just as God forgives us.

    Good morning, church family! As we gather here today, we're going to dive into a topic that's at the heart of our faith: forgiveness. We'll explore the power of forgiveness, the benefits it brings, and why it's an absolute necessity in our walk with Christ. As the renowned Christian author, Corrie ...read more

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    Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Jason Winters on Sep 14, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,628 views

    6th in series on Matthew 6, the Lord's prayer

    Forgiveness Matthew 6:12 ILL: INSUFFICIENT FUNDS - Overdrawn; taking more out than you’ve put in not the banks fault; not the store’s fault Debt HAS to be paid -Wealthy benefactor very unlikely Spiritual Debt - You are covered by God’s grace (you are in Great Hands) I. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Johanna Radelfinger avatar

    Forgiveness

    Contributed by Johanna Radelfinger on Feb 2, 2003
    based on 254 ratings
     | 25,075 views

    Satan uses the trick of not forgiving others. Not forgiving, tears up families, churches and friends.

    Forgiveness defined in the Merriam-Webster Dictionary is to give up resentment of or claim to requital for (forgive an insult) or to grant relief from payment of (forgive a debt); to cease to feel resentment against (an offender). When the first missionaries came to Alberta, Canada, a ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

  • Bob Ashcraft avatar

    Forgiveness

    Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Jul 14, 2001
    based on 350 ratings
     | 23,543 views

    Forgiveness is a foundational principle to Christian living yet one of the very things that holds many in bondage today.

    Forgiveness  Forgiveness is a foundational principle to Christian living yet one of the very things that holds many in bondage today.  Most are fine with the principle of forgiveness but never truly execute its full meaning in their life.  The absence of forgiveness in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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