Part 13: Faithful Service in Forgiveness
Message
- Do not lead others into sin. Luke 17:1-2
Key Truth
Never use your influence in a way that encourages another person to sin or turn away from Christ.
Question
Is my example strengthening someone’s faith or weakening it?
- Confront sin for the sake of restoration. Lk 17:3
Key Truth
Biblical love does not ignore sin; it addresses sin so the person can be restored.
Question
Am I lovingly addressing the problem, or merely avoiding it, excusing it, or discussing it with others?
- Release the offense. Luke 17:3-4
Key Truth
Forgiven people become forgiving people.
Question
Am I releasing the debt, or am I still making the person pay?
- Exercise the faith you have. Luke 17:5-6
Key Truth
Small faith in a great God is enough.
Question
Am I waiting to feel stronger before I obey?
- Serve without entitlement. Luke 17:7-10
Key Truth
Obedience is our grateful response to grace, not leverage over God.
Question
Am I serving from gratitude, or am I quietly expecting God and others to repay me?
Announcements
NEXT SUNDAY: Join us next week as we celebrate changed lives in Baptism and look at what Jesus promised for the Coming of the Kingdom. See you next Sunday.
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