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[1706.66 --> 1708.24] and make us |
[1708.24 --> 1708.66] instruments |
[1708.66 --> 1709.38] of peace. |
[1710.02 --> 1711.18] We pray in the name |
[1711.18 --> 1712.14] of Jesus Christ. |
[1712.54 --> 1712.84] Amen. |
[1712.84 --> 1715.96] We're going |
[1715.96 --> 1716.44] to sing |
[1716.44 --> 1717.00] as a song |
[1717.00 --> 1717.60] of response |
[1717.60 --> 1718.30] a fairly |
[1718.30 --> 1719.14] new song. |
[1719.32 --> 1719.86] We sang this |
[1719.86 --> 1720.56] over Easter. |
[1720.80 --> 1721.28] It's called |
[1721.28 --> 1722.60] Christ Was |
[1722.60 --> 1723.34] Lower Still. |
[1724.20 --> 1724.58] And there's |
[1724.58 --> 1725.02] this line |
[1725.02 --> 1725.34] in there |
[1725.34 --> 1725.88] that gets me |
[1725.88 --> 1726.28] every time |
[1726.28 --> 1726.96] I sing it |
[1726.96 --> 1728.20] where it says |
[1728.20 --> 1730.04] in his wounds |
[1730.04 --> 1731.02] I find |
[1731.02 --> 1732.30] room for |
[1732.30 --> 1733.70] all of mine |
[1733.70 --> 1734.62] where from |
[1734.62 --> 1735.92] grace I fell |
[1735.92 --> 1737.28] Christ was |
[1737.28 --> 1738.60] lower still. |
[1739.28 --> 1740.06] So if you're |
[1740.06 --> 1740.78] learning the song |
[1740.78 --> 1741.26] just sing it |
[1741.26 --> 1741.78] along with us. |
[1741.78 --> 1742.38] If you know it, |
[1742.62 --> 1743.14] let's sing this |
[1743.14 --> 1743.62] as our song |
[1743.62 --> 1744.20] of response. |
• Forgiveness is needed in the face of evil and brokenness |
• The speaker notes that forgiveness is often difficult due to a sense of injustice or feeling like others are getting away with their actions |
• The importance of forgiveness for healing and reconciliation is emphasized, as well as its connection to receiving forgiveness from God |
• A key Bible verse (Matthew 6:14-15) is cited, stating that if you don't forgive others, your heavenly Father will not forgive you |
• A case study is introduced about a woman who anoints Jesus' feet with oil, and the Pharisee's reaction to it |
• The concept of forgiveness vs. justice is touched on, with the speaker noting that quick forgiveness without justice can be problematic |
• The parable of Jesus forgiving a woman's sins in response to her great love |
• Simon's reaction as a religious leader versus the woman's humility |
• Forgiveness and its relationship to sin: "whoever has been forgiven little, loves little" |
• Desperation and humility as necessary for receiving forgiveness and experiencing profound love |
• The connection between Jesus' death and his forgiveness of all people's sins |
• Unforgiveness leading to death, lies, unawareness, relational dysfunction, and self-centeredness |
• Forgiveness is not the same as forgetting |
• Memories of painful events can be rehearsed and revisited, causing ongoing pain |
• True forgiveness involves acknowledging and dealing with the pain, rather than simply "tossing it aside" |
• Forgiveness requires honesty, accountability, and a path to healing |
• Forgiveness is not merely a feeling, but a choice that must be made even when emotions say otherwise |
• The importance of forgiveness in the Christian worldview |
• Forgiveness does not mean excusing or minimizing sin, but rather acknowledging and working towards healing and justice |
• Naming sin and holding wrongdoers accountable is necessary for true forgiveness to occur |
• True forgiveness involves releasing personal vengeance and trusting God's justice |
• Forgiveness is a practice that requires discipline and effort, and cannot be reduced to a single moment or event |
• Forgiveness as returning God's right to carry out justice |
• Difficulty in trusting God to handle vengeance and justice |
• Importance of seeking good instead of evil when forgiving others |
• Consequences for bad behavior with the hope of good for those who have harmed us |
• Forgiveness as an unmerited gift, not earned by our actions |
• Danger of self-righteousness and playing a "game" where we wait to forgive until we are "clean" |
• While forgiveness starts in the midst of brokenness, it's not easy and requires effort and prayer |
• The quote "forgiveness is setting someone free and realizing that person is you" illustrates the importance of forgiving others as a way to set ourselves free. |
• The importance of forgiveness in Christian life |
• How unforgiveness can lead to bitterness and slavery |
• The process of confession and forgiveness in community |
• The power of Christ-like forgiveness in bringing freedom |
• The need for honesty and accountability in groups like AA or sex addicts anonymous |
• The difficulty and vulnerability of forgiveness |
• The importance of owning hurtful actions and seeking healing through prayer, counseling, and reflection |
• The speaker has experienced the power of forgiveness through their faith |
• A story is shared about an event called the Awakening in Mötlingen, Germany on New Year's Eve in 1843 |
• A young man with a violent temper came to confess his sins and sparked a wave of confession and reconciliation in the community |
• The speaker notes that this created a cycle of forgiveness and sin, which can be broken by using the "key" of forgiveness given by Jesus |
• The importance of choosing to use the key of forgiveness is emphasized, with Christ wanting to extend forgiveness through human hands |
• A prayer is offered for help in being honest with oneself and others, learning to forgive, and finding ways to enter into God's grace. |
[0.00 --> 1.64] There we go. Good morning. |
[4.08 --> 7.08] It is good to be with you this morning. |
[8.56 --> 12.06] And it is my joy to share with you the message this morning. |
[13.38 --> 17.62] As has been said, we are beginning a new series today on forgiveness. |
[19.46 --> 25.14] We did a series on fighting evil that we encounter in our lives. |
[25.14 --> 36.02] And we are and we were and are confronted by the truth that too often we succumb to that evil, to that sin. |
[36.26 --> 38.54] We fall into it, as we say. |
[39.12 --> 41.32] And sometimes we don't even know the wrong we do. |
[42.78 --> 45.74] And so we need forgiveness. |
[46.52 --> 48.70] And we need to forgive. |
[50.44 --> 53.90] Last week, Pastor Dave asked us about our mental picture of God. |
[53.90 --> 56.86] And yes, what do you think when we say the word God? |
[57.02 --> 61.60] And I'm sure like a number of you, for me, the first thing that comes to mind is grace. |
[63.30 --> 65.86] Scripture said, by grace you have been saved through faith. |
[65.96 --> 67.06] We read that last week. |
[67.60 --> 73.38] Grace implies a need to be forgiven and a need to forgive. |
[74.38 --> 78.74] Forgiveness is needed in the face of evil and brokenness. |
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