Forgiveness and reconcilation questions Flashcards
Where was the concept of forgiveness first recorded
In the bible
Parable
Mt 18:22
“How many times must I forgive?’’
Teachings of
“How many times must I forgive?’’
That in realitiy we need to forgive someone as many times as nesssecary
Parable
Lk 15:11-32
The Prodigal Son
Teachings of
The Prodigal Son
Parable
We should always welcome others back with open arms when they seek forgiveness.
Parable
Matt 18:21-35
The Unforgiving Servant
Teachings of
The Unforgiving Servant
Parable
We should always forgive others in the way we expect to be forgiven.
Parable
John 8:1-11
The Woman Caught in Adultery
Teachings of
The Woman Caught in Adultery
Parable
We all sin and therefore
are not in a position to judge others, only God can judge
What quote about forgiveness , did C.S Lewis famously say?
‘To be a Christian means to forgive the inexcusable,
because God has forgiven the inexcusable in you.’
Victim mother’s response to forgiveness of
Anthony Walker death
Gee Walker stated God would want her to
forgive. Only God can judge, and holding
on to resentment didn’t allow her to heal.
Victim mother’s response to forgiveness of
Jenny Nicholson
death
Nicholson stated it wasn’t her place to
forgive her daughters killer, since he
hadn’t sought forgiveness- she couldn’t
give it to him.
What does this piece of scripture say about conscience
Isaiah 30:21
And your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, “This is the way, walk in it,” when you turn to the right or when you turn to the
left.
What does this piece of scripture say about conscience
Proverbs 3:5-6
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight
your paths
What does this piece of scripture say about conscience
Romans 1:18-21
Follow conscience because God’s intentions are obvious
from it.
