Thankful for Forgiveness
Hebrews 9:24–28 (NLT)
1. The Nature of God’s Forgiveness
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: God’s forgiveness is not based on our merit or good deeds, but solely on His love and grace.
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: When God forgives, He forgets our sins and removes them as far as the east is from the west.
- Psalms 103:10–12 (NLT)
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: God is always ready to forgive the moment we turn to Him with a repentant heart.
- Psalms 32:1-2 (NLT)
2. The Gift of Forgiveness Through Jesus
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: Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross is the ultimate act of forgiveness, paying the price for our sins so we can be reconciled to God.
- Colossians 2:13–15 (NLT)
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of Christ: Through Jesus’ blood, we are cleansed and made new, receiving forgiveness and redemption.
- Hebrews 9:14 (KJV)
3. Our Response to God’s Forgiveness
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: To receive forgiveness, we must acknowledge our sin and turn away from it, seeking God’s grace.
- Psalms 32:3-5 (NLT)
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: We must believe that God has forgiven us and walk in His forgiveness.
- 1 John 1:9 (NLT)
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to Others: As we have been forgiven, we are called to extend that same forgiveness to others.