FORGIVENESS
V – DEALING WITH THE CONSEQUENCES OF SIN
Main
Text: Luke 5:17-26
Memory
Verse: James 5:14-15
This lesson is the final one on our studies on
forgiveness. In previous lesson we looked at forgiveness that arises as a
result of hatred and wickedness. Today we shall look at the sovereignty of God
to forgive sins, and how through forgiveness He deals with the consequences of
sin.
Sin affects people in several ways. God
disciplines his erring children in ways which include sickness (James 5:14-15);
death (I Corinthians 11:28-30); destruction (I Corinthians 5:1-5) shame and
pain (II Samuel 12:6-12). Yet his love works out grace for us to receive pardon
and restoration. In forgiving sins God expresses his sovereignty as the only
righteous judge who has the antidote for sin.
Study
Questions
- What
did Jesus see as being wrong with the man? Luke 5:20
- What
did the Scribes and Pharisees see wrong with Jesus’ pronouncement? Luke
5:21
- What
did Jesus imply by pronouncing forgiveness on the sick man? Luke 5:24
- What
does Jesus say of himself to all who are under the power of sin and Satan?
Luke 4:16-19
- How
has God demonstrated his readiness to forgive and save all who come to
him? II Corinthians 5:21
- How
do you think God will deal with you
·
If
you confess sins committed by mistake?
·
If
you continue to sin deliberately?
Conclusion
Even though sickness, death, destruction, and pain
can be the cause of several factors, we need to examine ourselves always to
assure ourselves that we do not carry these loads as a result of personal sins
not confessed. God has made adequate provision for the forgiveness and
salvation of all who come to him through Jesus Christ.
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