Unpacking Dirty Church Words: Confession
Part 4
Tim Crownover
Part of Sermon outlines—2021
February 28, 2021

Galatians 6:1-5

Why is a ‘culture of confession’ essential to our spiritual health?

is Demonstrated

“Loving one another” is exemplified best by

our .

The goal of shared brokenness is not

but .

is Perpetuated

The sabotaging nature of sin creates a

reminder of our .

Continual recognition of our

keeps us open to each other.

is Appropriated

A ‘culture of confession’ prepares us for the

of Christ.

followers of Jesus make hope .

Journey Group Discussion Questions:
Confession of sin and brokenness can often lead to shame, disgrace, and pity. Considering the story of Ananias and Sapphira in Acts 5, how would you have expected Peter and the church to respond to Sapphira if she had confessed? How might that have changed her and influenced the rest of the church?

How can we both give and hear confession so as to experience God’s forgiveness and empowerment rather than shame and pity?

How would you compare a “culture of avoidance” with a “culture of confession”? Besides confessing our own sin, how can we contribute to a “culture of confession”?