Crossroads Church - Plymouth, IN
Father Forgive Them (Jesus' Prayer from the Cross)
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Crossroads Church
1650 N Oak Dr, Plymouth, IN 46563, USA
Sunday 8:00 AM
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https://crossroadsefc.churchcenter.com/people/forms/478788Luke 23:34a
Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.”
Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.”
We Worship a God Who Forgives
Exodus 34:5-7a
Then the LORD came down in the cloud and stood there with him and proclaimed his name, the LORD. And he passed in front of Moses, proclaiming, The LORD, the LORD, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving wickedness, rebellion and sin.
Exodus 34:5-7a
Then the LORD came down in the cloud and stood there with him and proclaimed his name, the LORD. And he passed in front of Moses, proclaiming, The LORD, the LORD, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving wickedness, rebellion and sin.
God Forgives Us in Jesus
1 John 1:9
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.
1 John 1:9
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.
We Follow Jesus by Forgiving
Colossians 3:12-14
Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.
Colossians 3:12-14
Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.
The REACH Model of Forgiveness
Recall the hurt
Empathize with the person who hurt you
Altruistic gift
Commit to the emotional forgiveness that was experienced
Hold on to forgiveness when doubts arise
Recall the hurt
Empathize with the person who hurt you
Altruistic gift
Commit to the emotional forgiveness that was experienced
Hold on to forgiveness when doubts arise
We Follow Jesus by Forgiving
Colossians 3:12-14
Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.
Colossians 3:12-14
Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.
Discussion Questions:
What is the difference between decision and emotional forgiveness?
Do you think it’s a valid distinction? Why or why not?
Is there a hurt in your life that you struggle to forgive? Note: it’s wise to keep details general to avoid gossiping against someone in a group. Seek out a trusted pastor, counselor, or friend if you need to process this in more detail.
What is the value of recalling the hurt in the process of forgiving?
Why is it important to empathize with the person who wronged you?
Can you recall a time when you received the altruistic gift of forgiveness?
What are some ways you might tangibly commit to forgive someone?
Holding onto forgiveness is hard when the hurt doesn’t just disappear. What can you take to remind yourself of your decision?
In addition to the key verses, what are some other passages that teach us about forgiveness, both God’s and ours.
What is the difference between decision and emotional forgiveness?
Do you think it’s a valid distinction? Why or why not?
Is there a hurt in your life that you struggle to forgive? Note: it’s wise to keep details general to avoid gossiping against someone in a group. Seek out a trusted pastor, counselor, or friend if you need to process this in more detail.
What is the value of recalling the hurt in the process of forgiving?
Why is it important to empathize with the person who wronged you?
Can you recall a time when you received the altruistic gift of forgiveness?
What are some ways you might tangibly commit to forgive someone?
Holding onto forgiveness is hard when the hurt doesn’t just disappear. What can you take to remind yourself of your decision?
In addition to the key verses, what are some other passages that teach us about forgiveness, both God’s and ours.