Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0118A recorded on December 9, 1979 teaching from Isaiah 43:25-28 – I Will Not Remember Thy Sins.
Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the profound nature of divine forgiveness, characterizing God as the singular authority who blots out transgressions for His own sake rather than human merit. Stevens moves from an indictment of Israel’s stubborn iniquity to a beautiful illustration of God’s non-coercive grace, suggesting that while God does not force salvation upon the reluctant, He “woos” the soul with a love that erases both guilt and the stain of shame. Pastor Stevens emphasizes that redemption is an entirely divine initiative, arguing that humans are created for God’s glory and are saved solely through His decisive action rather than personal choice or repentance. By weaving together biblical narratives and personal anecdotes, Stevens ultimately presents salvation as a restoration of innocence, inviting believers to receive Christ with the simple, uncomplicated trust of a child.