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Forgive To Be Forgiven (by Pastor Mark Parsons)

6/27/2011

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For some time now, I have witnessed some people who call themselves Christians who have not been willing to forgive those who have committed offenses against them, "at least not for now."

Whether these offenses are real or imagined, all followers of Jesus Christ must rid themselves of any root of bitterness and unforgiveness so anchored in the soul, and cry out to Jesus who cleanses, forgives and frees us from the domain of darkness into His marvelous light. (See Hebrews 12:15.)

Jesus said, "For if you forgive men for their transgressions, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men, then your Father will not forgive you your transgressions."  (Matthew 6:14-15)

Peter questioned Jesus about forgiveness and said to Him, "...'Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me and I forgive him? Up to seven times?' Jesus said to him, 'I do not say to you, up to seven times, but up to seventy times seven.'" (Matthew 18:21-22)

Question: Do you have anything against anyone for any reason? Remember, to be forgiven you must forgive!
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Margaret Duran
6/27/2011 10:30:41 am

What a beautiful sermon, I love to hear the Word preached in all of it's truths. Mark, you did a great job, keep it up. People just don't realize the peace received when we forgive others,
no matter who was at fault it is a sweet, sweet peace that can come only from the heart of God. I am praying God will bless your ministry abundantly. In His Love, Margaret

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Shirley Parsons
6/28/2011 02:16:35 am

This message was so instituted and delivered by the power of the Holy Spirit. Oh that more could hear it and be convicted in the heart to take action and forgive!

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Bruce Carbone
6/28/2011 11:27:05 am

Forgive us our trespasses,and those who trespass against us.
It took me a long time to come to this realization. I had people from my past who for whatever reason chose to bull me, and even long after HS. I was finally able to let go of those negative thoughts and feelings.

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