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  • A. David Hart avatar

    A Good Time To Forgive Series

    Contributed by A. David Hart on Jan 13, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 9,683 views

    Learning to forgive, even when all is against you.

    A GOOD TIME TO FORGIVE Acts 7:54-60 While preparing for this message I ran across a funny story to share on forgiving.One day a visitor leaned on the old fence around a farm while he watched an old farmer plowing with a mule. After a while, the visitor said, "I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Forgiveness, Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 30, 2015
     | 5,864 views

    This messages looks at the pitfalls of not forgiveing and the character of someone who forgives

    THE LITTLE BOOK WITH AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE FORGIVENESS THE BOOK OF PHILEMON 1:1-7 PART 1: THE CHARACTER OF ONE WHO FORGIVES PHILEMON 1:1-7 PAUL, A PRISONER FOR CHRIST JESUS, AND TIMOTHY OUR BROTHER, TO PHILEMON OUR BELOVED FELLOW WORKER 2  AND APPHIA OUR SISTER AND ARCHIPPUS OUR FELLOW SOLDIER, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Burdette avatar

    Faith, Prayer And Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 10, 2018
     | 5,993 views

    Prayer, Faith, Forgiveness, Life

    JAIL BREAK (Breaking the Chains of Unforgiveness) - Faith, Prayer and Forgiveness September 16, 2018 Mark 11:23-26 (p. 708) Introduction: I don’t know a lot about fig trees so I had to study a bit…fig trees have two seasons for producing fruit and the fruit always appears ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    "Father Forgive Them"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 21, 2016
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     | 6,529 views

    The sermon shares with us why God forgives, How God forgives, where God forgives us, and when God forgives.

    Luke 23:34 Father forgive them 1. Why does God Forgive? The answers is John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave His only begotten son that whosoever believes in him shall not parish but have everlasting life • God Forgives because WE all Need Forgiveness (Isaiah 53:6 ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Mary Erickson avatar

    Seeking Forgiveness And Freedom Series

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Apr 6, 2022
     | 1,508 views

    Part of a Lenten Sermon Series on people in the gospels who seek out Jesus. This week reflect on “Seeking Forgiveness and Freedom.” We hear the story of two very different people and how forgiveness affects their hearts and lives.

    April 6, 2022 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Luke 7:36-50 Seeking Forgiveness and Freedom Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Tonight we conclude our Lenten series called “Seekers.” Each week we’ve reflected on stories ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Paul Apple avatar

    The Lord Majors In Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 2, 2001
    based on 20 ratings
     | 3,306 views

    BECAUSE THE LORD MAJORS IN FORGIVENESS WE CAN CONFIDENTLY WAIT FOR HIS ABUNDANT REDEMPTION

    BIG IDEA: BECAUSE THE LORD MAJORS IN FORGIVENESS WE CAN CONFIDENTLY WAIT FOR HIS ABUNDANT REDEMPTION INTRODUCTION: Many Aspects of Redemption: positional redemption – we already have obtained this blessing completion of our redemption – applies to even our bodies Also Many Applications of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dr. Fred W. Penney avatar

    Forgiven People Forgive

    Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Oct 8, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,950 views

    A message about relationships, forgiveness and the gospel

    Title: “forgiven people forgive” October 3, 2021 Text: Matt 18:21-35 Subject: Why do we forgive? Complement: because we too are forgiven. Big idea: Forgiven people forgive. 21 Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    At The Cross - The Cross & Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 15, 2002
    based on 209 ratings
     | 42,360 views

    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

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dan Proctor avatar

    Overcoming The Problem Of Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jun 20, 2013
     | 6,498 views

    Maybe you have unforgiveness against someone in your heart. Forgiveness is a problem in the Christian life because it is so hard to do. It is one of the most difficult things to do, yet one of the most needed.

    Overcoming The Problem Of Forgiveness Genesis 50:15-21; 2 Corinthians 2:6-11 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. Forgiveness is a problem in the Christian life because it is so hard to do. It is one of the most difficult things to do, yet one of the most needed. 2. In this lesson, we will ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Paul Andrew avatar

    Cats Never Forgive

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Aug 11, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,239 views

    In other words, when it comes to forgiving others, don't act like a cat!

    24C Cats never forgive. Scientists have observed conciliatory behavior in many different animal species, like gorillas, goats, and hyenas, whom often follow confrontations with friendly behavior like embracing or rubbing noses. The only species that has so far failed to show outward signs of ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Bart Leger avatar

    Fellowship, Joy & Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Bart Leger on Apr 2, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,732 views

    The incarnation of Christ is important because it provides our salvation, fellowship, joy and forgiveness.

    Fellowship, Joy & Forgiveness Written by the Apostle John, the book of 1 John was written to encourage believers in the truths of the humanity and deity of Jesus Christ. In it he gives a summary of the Gospel, and the evidence of it. He then stresses the obvious and expected result: a holy life. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Ken Pell avatar

    The Virtuous Kingdom: Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Feb 10, 2008
     | 3,217 views

    To encourage those holding on to grudges to release them and forgive.

    The Virtuous Kingdom: Evidence of the Reign of God in the Human Heart The Virtue of Forgiveness Mark 11: 20-25 Sermon Objective: To encourage those holding grudges to forgive. Supporting Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35; Colossians 3:13; Hebrews 12:14-15 Series Intro: We have been looking at Mark ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Scott Jensen avatar

    Forgiveness: For Others And For Ourselves

    Contributed by Scott Jensen on Oct 8, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,952 views

    Seek forgivness and grant forgiveness to others.

    Forgiveness Matthew 18:21-35 Our Gospel message today has a clear message for us. Forgive and you will be forgiven. Don’t forgive, and expect your debts to come back to you. The slave had amassed an unprecedented debt. In today’s standards, it would be the equivalent of $15 million. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Bo Dunford avatar

    Forgiveness In 3-D

    Contributed by Bo Dunford on Jan 21, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,279 views

    There are three dimensions of forgiveness.

    MATT. 6:12; 14-15 “FORGIVENESS IN 3–D” A) There are some subjects I could preach on tonight that might not apply to everyone! * For instance: I could preach on “How To Spend Your Money,” and many of you would say, “What money?” * Or “How To Make Your Wife Happy,” and some would say, “That ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Forgive While Praying

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 18, 2013
     | 2,088 views

    To prove that we can pray and forgive.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you pray and forgive? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that we can pray and forgive. IV. TEXT: Mark 11:25 (Amplified Bible) 11:25 And whenever you stand praying, if you have anything against anyone, forgive him and let it drop (leave it, let it go), ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal