Forgiveness…”Forgiving Ourselves”- 10/29/2023

Sermon Questions

Icebreaker: How has your understanding of forgiveness expanded during this series? 

Read Matthew 18:21-22

Read Matthew 18:23-27

  • Who are the main characters in Jesus’ story? 
  • What are the debts that are owed? 
  • For what does the first servant in the parable ask? 
  • Can he make good on his promise? 
  • How is this similar to the way we approach God? 
  • What three things does the master initially do for the servant (v. 27)? Why is each act significant? 

Read Matthew 18:28-30

  • What are the similarities and differences between the two servants’ debts, their pleas, and the response they get? 
  • What does this tell us about their understanding of forgiveness? 

Read Matthew 18:31-34

  • How does the first servant’s lack of mercy impact others? 
  • Who do you struggle to extend forgiveness to? 
  • How can Jesus’ parable motivate you or guide you in that relationship? 
  • What is one thing you will do this week to extend mercy and forgiveness to another person as you’ve received it through Christ? 
  • How can Good Sam  support you in this through the coming week? 

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