Forgiveness…”The Formula of Forgiveness”- 10/15/23
Forgiveness…” The Formula of Forgiveness”
Genesis 4:23-24; Matthew 18:21-22; Colossians 3:12-13
Sermon Application Questions
Take Notes Here:
Icebreaker: Describe the backpack illustration that was given on Sunday. What are the big, medium and small rocks that others have placed in your backpack? How has this shaped your life?
The Greek word for forgiveness literally means to dismiss, to send away, to let go.
Read Genesis 4:23-24
In your own words sum up Lamech’s revenge formula.
Where have you seen this revenge formula expressed?
What are the reasons we pay back people sevenfold when we are harmed?
What happens to us and others when the revenge formula guides us?
Read Matthew 18: 21-22
In your own words, sum up Jesus’ forgiveness formula.
Why was Peter asking Jesus this question? What was he expecting Jesus to say?
What is Jesus doing when he answers Peter’s question?
What was Peter’s response to Jesus’s answer?
What is our response?
Where have you seen this forgiveness formula expressed?
What happens to us and others when the forgiveness formula guides us?
Who is God asking you to forgive? How will this change your life?
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