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  • John Gaston avatar

    10,000 Reasons To Forgive

    Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 11, 2023
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    Today we’re looking at what forgiveness is, the consequences of unforgiveness, and four things to do to forgive those who’ve offended you. If God commands you to forgive, He'll also give you the power to forgive.

    10,000 REASONS TO FORGIVE Matt. 18:21-35 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Two judges got speeding tickets and decided to try each other’s cases. The first judge came before his friend and received a fine of $5. 2. The second judge came before the first and received a fine of $500! In consternation, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • David Dykes avatar

    To Err Is Human; To Forgive Divine Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 11, 2006
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    When you hold onto the sins and shortcomings of others, it hurts you. Forgiveness can release you of that pain. To err IS human; but to forgive FEELS divine!

    INTRODUCTION In the series entitled “No, that’s NOT in the Bible” we discover some of these pseudo-scriptures actually contradict the Bible. For instance, believing the adage “God helps those who help themselves” can hinder a person from seeking God’s help. The aphorism “God won’t put more on you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Byrd avatar

    The Ambition Of Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Jun 6, 2005
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    Part 4 of a study of Philemon

    Ambition of Forgiveness Philemon 19-25 Studying through this small book in the New Testament we have seen great truths and have been challenged as we all face opportunities to offer and possibly even receive forgiveness. · First we looked at “The Ability of Forgiveness.” During this look we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Keith Linkous avatar

    Forgotten Forgiveness

    Contributed by Keith Linkous on Sep 5, 2001
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    For believers, this is the sadest thing that could ever happen. This message causes a self evaluation as to how well we remember that we are saved by grace, and owe our lives to God.

    Psalms 32:1-2 and 2 Peter 1:2-9 It really shouldn’t surprise us at the great lengths the Bible speaks of forgiveness. Our entire message, faith, belief, and life is based on that one thing: forgiveness. And in the Bible, in all the various ways forgiveness is discussed, there stands out, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael Luke avatar

    The Foundation Of Forgiveness: Where Forgiveness Begins Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on May 16, 2008
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    Forgiveness is a command for Christians. God will not forgive us if we cannot or do not forgive others.

    (based on a series by Darryl Dash) SERIES: “DISCOVER FORGIVENESS: Finding Freedom Through Forgiveness” TEXT: MATTHEW 18:21-35 TITLE: “THE FOUNDATION OF FORGIVENESS: Where Forgiveness Begins” OPEN: A. Old Joe was dying. For years he’d been at odds with Bill, formerly one of his best ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Harold Kouwenberg avatar

    Will God Forgive?

    Contributed by Harold Kouwenberg on Aug 3, 2013
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    Psalm 51 gives us an insight to the deeply personal confession of David and a glimpse of the grace God affords sinners like us. The emphasis isn't on judgement, it is on confession, repentance and grace. Our response is worship, thansgiving and testimony.

    "WILL GOD FORGIVE?" Psalm 51: 1-19 Matthew 7: 1-5 "NEVER! I'll never in a million years forgive that man! After what he's done to me, he can just forget about ever talking to me again! That's one thing I can never do. I just can't forgive what he has done." ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Jonathan McLeod avatar

    Unlimited Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 14, 2005
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    We have been forgiven much, therefore we must forgive others much.

    Perhaps you’ve heard the story about the stubborn old farmer who was plowing his field. A neighbor who was watching as he tried to guide the mule finally said, "I don’t want to butt in, but you could save yourself a lot of work by saying "gee" and "haw," instead of jerking on the reins." The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. M Edmunds avatar

    You Shall Rise Again

    Contributed by Rev. M Edmunds on Sep 24, 2006
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    The only hope for humanity is found in the Lord Jesus Christ through His death, burial, and resurrection. This account of the raising of Lazarus from the dead has so many lessons for each of us. It is a message of hope in a hopeless circumstance. It is a

    The only hope for humanity is found in the Lord Jesus Christ through His death, burial, and resurrection. This account of the raising of Lazarus from the dead has so many lessons for each of us. It is a message of hope in a hopeless circumstance. It is a message of victory in the time of defeat. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jenny Franklin avatar

    Forgiveness Points In Four Directions

    Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Apr 23, 2022
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    Forgiveness points in four directions. God —> Us Us —> Others. Others —> Us. Us —> Ourselves

    *********** Forgiveness 1. God forgives us 2. We forgive others 3. Others forgive us 4. We forgive ourselves ************** 1. God forgives us Jesus didn’t avoid people who had done wrong; he said it was them who needed him. Mark 2:13-17 Jesus went out by the sea; and all the crowd came to Him, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Phillip Paschal avatar

    Faith To Forgive

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Jan 14, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,238 views

    IF WE SEEK FORGIVENESS, WE MUST BE WILLING TO FORGIVE OTHERS.

    THE FAITH TO FORGIVE LUKE 23:34 1.INTRO. ALL OF US HAVE BEEN ON THE RECEIVING END OF HURT, RESULTING IN ILL FEELINGS TOWARDS THE PERSON WHO HURT US, CONSEQUENTLY, WE HAVE HELD GRUDGES FOR YEARS. THESE GRUDGES CAN AFFECT US INTERNALLY AND EXTERNALLY. ALSO, ALL OF US HAVE INFLICTED OUR SHARE OF PAIN ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Severance avatar

    A Story Of Forgiveness

    Contributed by Steve Severance on Mar 20, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
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    What does St. Patrick’s Day have to do with Forgiveness? In this sermon we’ll find a great lesson on returning blessing for evil.

    What must it be like to be kidnapped by foreigners at the age of 16? Succat found that out. Succat was born in Britain. His family was Christian but he considered himself to be a pagan. That is, until the awful day when Irish raiders had attacked Succat’s village and he had been kidnapped. Suddenly ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Dr. Phillip Paschal avatar

    An Irrevocable Invitation

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 23, 2019
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     | 9,564 views

    Jesus Won't Take It Back

    AN IRREVOCABLE INVITATION MATT. 11:28 1. INTRODUCTION. INVITATIONS COME IN A VARIETY OF FORMS. YOU HAVE THE WEDDING INVITATION, THE GRADUATION INVITATION, THE PARTY INVITATION, THE HOUSE WARMING INVITATION; AND THE LIST GOES ON AND ON. ALL OF THESE INVITATIONS CAN BE WITHDRAWN AT ANY GIVEN ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tony Skaff avatar

    Forgive Them

    Contributed by Tony Skaff on Mar 18, 2006
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    This was the first cry out recorded in the gospels from the cross. Forgiveness is a basic foundation of the cross.

    1stBBC Forgive them Luk 23:33-34 And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, there they crucified him, and the malefactors, one on the right hand, and the other on the left. Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Derrick White Sr avatar

    Put That Down Before You Hurt Yourself

    Contributed by Derrick White Sr on May 5, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 20,724 views

    FORGIVENESS -BECAUSE AS LONG AS YOU HOLD ON TO IT ---IT WILL CONTINUE TO HOLD ON TO YOU

    Matthew 18:21-35 (KJV) 21 Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times? 22 Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven. 23 Therefore is the kingdom of heaven likened unto ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Nathan Johnson avatar

    God's Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on May 28, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 14,533 views

    We need so desperately, the forgiveness of God daily. It is cleansing and vital to our walk with Him.

    God’s Forgiveness Griffith Baptist Church – 6/1/08 P.M. Service Text: Psalm 32 Main Verse: Psalms 32:5 - I acknowledged my sin unto thee, and mine iniquity have I not hid. I said, I will confess my transgressions unto the LORD; and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin. The Introduction In A ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist