Matthew 6:15
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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
But if ye forgive not, &c.--See on Mat 6:12. Fasting (Mat 6:16-18). Having concluded His supplementary directions on the subject of prayer with this Divine Pattern, our Lord now returns to the subject of Unostentatiousness in our deeds of righteousness, in order to give one more illustration of it, in the matter of fasting.
John Gill Bible Commentary
But if you forgive not men their trespasses,.... On the other hand, where men are not of a forgiving temper to their fellow creatures and fellow Christians, how can they expect forgiveness at the hands of God? or what sense of pardoning grace can there be upon their minds? Had they any right apprehensions of the grace and goodness of God, in the forgiveness of their sins, this would influence their minds, and engage their hearts to forgive such who have offended them: wherefore, where this is wanting, it may be concluded of, and said to such persons, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses. It is a plain case, that your Father has not given you a true sense of the pardon of your sins, nor can you be certain that he will; nor have you any reason to expect it, when you are so cruel and revengeful to others. There is a considerable emphasis lies upon the word "men", to which "heavenly Father" is opposed, and the sense, according to it, is, that if men, who are upon an equal foot with each other, should not forgive one another, how should it be expected that our Father which is in heaven, who is so much above, and no ways obliged to us, should forgive us?
Matthew 6:15
The Lord’s Prayer
14For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.15But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive yours.
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Christ Is All - in Scripture
By Bill McLeod1.6K46:28Fulness Of ChristPSA 2:10PSA 40:7PSA 41:9MAT 1:21MAT 28:19MRK 14:62COL 3:11TIT 3:7PHM 1:1In this sermon, the speaker begins by referencing Mark 16 and Luke 1 from the Bible. He highlights how Jesus reproached his disciples for their lack of belief in his resurrection and then commanded them to preach the gospel to the world. The speaker also mentions that some versions of the Bible omit miracles and end with Jesus' death on the cross, portraying him as a good man and advocate of peace. However, the speaker emphasizes that the Bible is truly all about Jesus and explores the significance of his ministry and his role as the Son of God.
Bitterness
By Roy Daniel96759:34BitternessMAT 6:15ACT 7:59ROM 12:19In this sermon, the speaker begins by sharing a personal anecdote about his baby laughing in his dreams. He then references Matthew 6:15-16, which talks about the importance of forgiveness. The speaker recounts a conversation with someone who had been holding onto bitterness for two years, but was convicted by the sermon and chose to repent. The sermon emphasizes the destructive nature of bitterness and the need for forgiveness. The speaker also highlights the importance of timing and love when addressing issues in someone's life. The sermon concludes with a reminder to not seek revenge, but to trust in God's judgment.
New Covenant Principles
By Zac Poonen8231:04:12MAT 6:15MAT 18:21LUK 12:33LUK 12:48JHN 10:27ACT 24:162CO 5:17HEB 9:14This sermon emphasizes the importance of keeping a clear conscience before God and men, focusing on forgiveness, setting things right, and pursuing peace. It highlights the need to align with God's standards, believe in His word, and strive for righteousness to be part of the resurrection of the righteous. The speaker urges the congregation to prioritize spiritual growth, humility, and genuine repentance to experience God's grace and salvation.
All That Jesus Taught Bible Study - Part 12
By Zac Poonen65225:59MAT 5:3MAT 6:15MAT 28:20ROM 8:28ROM 12:19HEB 4:15HEB 5:7JAS 2:13This sermon delves into the neglected half of the Great Commission, focusing on teaching and obeying all that Jesus commanded. It emphasizes the importance of having the right attitudes as disciples, contrasting God's ways with the world's ways. The message highlights the significance of hungering and thirsting for righteousness, being merciful, and maintaining purity of heart to see God in all circumstances.
All That Jesus Taught Bible Study - Part 60
By Zac Poonen60125:43MAT 6:15MAT 18:35MAT 19:6MAT 19:23This sermon delves into the importance of forgiveness as a key principle in Christianity, emphasizing that without forgiving others, God will not forgive us. It addresses the misconception of once saved, always saved doctrine and highlights the significance of genuine forgiveness in securing God's forgiveness. The teaching also explores the topic of divorce, revealing God's original plan for marriage and the seriousness of divorce in God's eyes. Additionally, it touches on the attitude towards children and the challenge of wealth hindering one's entrance into God's kingdom.
James on Sickness, Suffering and Wandering
By Shane Idleman47132:38PRO 28:13JER 6:16MAT 6:15MAT 18:15HEB 4:16JAS 5:13JAS 5:19This sermon from James chapter 5 delves into the topics of suffering, prayer, anointing oil for healing, and the importance of turning back to God when wandering from the truth. It emphasizes the need for confession, repentance, and the power of faith-filled prayer in saving the sick and covering a multitude of sins. The message highlights the consequences of sin, the importance of forgiveness, and the role of the Christian community in helping those who have strayed to return to God's path.
Why Do Those Forgiven Mistreat Their Brothers?
By David Wilkerson1MercyForgivenessMAT 6:15David Wilkerson addresses the troubling behavior of those who have received forgiveness yet mistreat their brothers and sisters in Christ. He emphasizes that Jesus commands us to forgive others as we have been forgiven, urging believers to embody qualities like kindness, humility, and love. Wilkerson illustrates the importance of tolerating the shortcomings of others, sharing a personal experience where he learned to see Christ in a minister despite differing styles. He warns that failing to accept God's mercy can lead to a lack of compassion towards others. Ultimately, he calls for a diligent pursuit of patience and love in our relationships.
Compared View of the First Three Gospels, Etc.
By John Nelson Darby0The GospelsChrist's MinistryMAT 1:1MAT 4:17MAT 5:1MAT 9:35MAT 11:28MAT 28:19MRK 1:14LUK 3:23LUK 4:18John Nelson Darby discusses the distinct characteristics and purposes of the first three Gospels, emphasizing that Mark presents a chronological account of Christ's service, while Matthew focuses on the presentation of Jesus as the Messiah and the implications of His rejection. He notes that Luke, while generally following Mark's order, includes moral teachings that are unique to his Gospel. Darby highlights the importance of understanding the genealogies and the context of Christ's ministry, particularly in relation to Israel's expectations and the establishment of the church. He concludes that the Gospels collectively reveal the nature of Christ's mission and the unfolding of God's plan for humanity.
The Beatitudes the Fifth Beatitude
By A.W. Pink0MercyCharacter of a BelieverPSA 18:25PRO 11:17PRO 14:21PRO 21:21MIC 7:18MAT 5:7MAT 6:15MAT 7:2GAL 6:72TI 1:16A.W. Pink emphasizes the significance of the fifth Beatitude, 'Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy,' highlighting that true mercifulness is a reflection of the mercy received from God. He explains that this trait is not a prerequisite for receiving mercy but rather a natural outcome of being filled with Christ's love and grace. Pink clarifies that mercifulness involves compassion, forgiveness, and a non-retaliating spirit, which stems from the new nature given by the Holy Spirit. He warns against the misinterpretation of this Beatitude as a basis for salvation by works, asserting that it describes the character of genuine disciples. Ultimately, Pink concludes that the merciful will not only find joy in their actions but will also receive mercy from God and others.
5. Grace Upon Grace
By Chuck Smith0GraceForgivenessMAT 5:7MAT 6:15JHN 8:10GAL 6:1HEB 13:9Chuck Smith emphasizes the vital role of God's grace in our lives, asserting that without it, none of us would stand a chance. He critiques the harsh legalism found in some churches that neglects the need for mercy and restoration, advocating instead for a ministry that mirrors Jesus' grace and compassion. Smith illustrates the importance of forgiveness and the necessity of extending grace to others, especially those who have fallen, as a reflection of the grace we have received. He encourages believers to err on the side of grace rather than judgment, highlighting the transformative power of God's grace in restoring lives. Ultimately, he calls for a church that prioritizes healing and restoration over condemnation.
(The Real Truth) 5. the Real Truth About Repentance
By Zac Poonen0MAT 6:15MAT 27:46MRK 11:25ACT 3:191TH 1:91JN 2:2Zac Poonen preaches about the profound sacrifice of Jesus on the cross, where He experienced the agony of eternal separation from God in a short time to pay the penalty for our sins. While Christ died for the sins of the whole world, true forgiveness and freedom from sin's penalty come through repentance and a willingness to turn from sinful ways. Repentance involves turning away from idolatry, whether it be putting created things above the Creator or engaging in religious rituals to stifle the voice of conscience. It requires a sincere desire to worship and serve God alone, forsaking all that hinders a genuine relationship with Him.
A Closer Look at Forgiving
By David Servant0MAT 6:15MAT 18:23LUK 17:3ACT 7:60REV 6:9David Servant preaches on the importance of forgiveness, emphasizing the need to show mercy to others as we have received mercy from God. He delves into Jesus' Parable of the Unforgiving Servant, highlighting the consequences of unforgiveness and the requirement for us to forgive others in order to receive forgiveness from God. Servant explains that forgiveness leads to reconciliation, illustrating this through biblical examples and teachings. He addresses common misconceptions about forgiveness and provides insights on when and whom God expects us to forgive, emphasizing the significance of repentance in the process of forgiveness.
Repentance
By Zac Poonen0PRO 9:10MAT 6:15MRK 1:15LUK 24:47JHN 10:1ACT 20:212CO 7:101TH 1:9HEB 6:1JAS 4:7Zac Poonen preaches about the importance of repentance and faith in the Christian life, emphasizing that true conversion involves both elements. He highlights the need for believers to have a deep, genuine repentance that involves a change of mind, emotions, and will, turning away from sin and idols to God. Poonen also discusses the significance of making proper restitution for past wrongs, illustrating how it is an evidence of true salvation and a foundation for a strong Christian life. Additionally, he addresses the importance of forgiving others wholeheartedly and renouncing any contact with Satan and evil spirits to live a life fully surrendered to God.
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
But if ye forgive not, &c.--See on Mat 6:12. Fasting (Mat 6:16-18). Having concluded His supplementary directions on the subject of prayer with this Divine Pattern, our Lord now returns to the subject of Unostentatiousness in our deeds of righteousness, in order to give one more illustration of it, in the matter of fasting.
John Gill Bible Commentary
But if you forgive not men their trespasses,.... On the other hand, where men are not of a forgiving temper to their fellow creatures and fellow Christians, how can they expect forgiveness at the hands of God? or what sense of pardoning grace can there be upon their minds? Had they any right apprehensions of the grace and goodness of God, in the forgiveness of their sins, this would influence their minds, and engage their hearts to forgive such who have offended them: wherefore, where this is wanting, it may be concluded of, and said to such persons, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses. It is a plain case, that your Father has not given you a true sense of the pardon of your sins, nor can you be certain that he will; nor have you any reason to expect it, when you are so cruel and revengeful to others. There is a considerable emphasis lies upon the word "men", to which "heavenly Father" is opposed, and the sense, according to it, is, that if men, who are upon an equal foot with each other, should not forgive one another, how should it be expected that our Father which is in heaven, who is so much above, and no ways obliged to us, should forgive us?