The Mathematics of Forgiveness
Why is it so hard to forgive? Why is it so important? How can we do it? In this message we examine Jesus’ teaching on this vital area.
“He does this to show that the spirit of genuine forgiveness recognizes no boundaries. It is a state of heart, not a matter of calculation. One might as well ask, ‘How often must I love my wife, my husband, my children?’ as to ask, ‘How often shall I forgive?’. Everyone immediately senses that when Jesus said, ‘up to seventy times seven,’ he did not mean ‘exactly four hundred ninety times, but not four hundred ninety-one.’ Clearly what he meant was, ‘Forgive without ever stopping. Be kind toward your brother... always.”
Sermon Discussion Questions:
What is the difference in the mathematics of forgiveness between Peter and Jesus?
Describe the important points of the parable that Jesus told.
Why is forgiveness so important?
This is hard… how are we supposed to do this?
Have you experienced God’s forgiveness?
