LOCUSTS AND REPENTANCE

Joel 2:12-13

Sin is serious.

God’s warning is judgment but His desire is mercy.

It is NEVER too late to return to God.

GROUP / FAMILY DISCUSSION

Outside of church, where have you heard the idea of sin discussed?

Why do you feel sin is not talked about much anymore 1) outside the church 2) inside the church?

How would you define “sin” to someone?

What do the following passages have to teach us about sin?
Psalm 51:4
Genesis 3:6-7
Romans 5:12-14
Romans 6:23
2 Corinthians 5:21

Do you think we take sin as seriously as God? Why or why not?

When you think of God, do you think more about His wrath or His mercy?

Why is it important that God describes His actions as wrathful but His nature as mercy?

Why is it important to repent of sin as soon as we are made aware of it?

How can we help each other to repent and return to the Lord?

Pray for someone you know by name who needs to return to the Lord.