SONGS OF ABUNDANT FORGIVENESS
Pastor Kent Landhuis
THEME - Because God forgives us, we forgive others.
TEXT - Psalm 25, Matthew 18:21-33
1. Affirm God’s Merciful Character.
* Psalm 25:1-11
* “According to your mercy, remember me for your goodness sake.” Psalm 25:11b
2. Follow God’s Merciful Way.
* Psalm 25:12-22
* “Good and upright is the Lord; therefore he teaches sinners in the way.” Psalm 25:8
3. Sing a Song of Forgiveness.
* Matthew 18:21-33
* “Should you have not had compassion on your fellow servant, just as I had pity on you?” Matthew 18:33
NEXT STEPS:
1. Ask God to forgive you.
2. Thank God for forgiving you.
3. Identify someone you know who needs forgiveness.
ABUNDANT LOVE - A year of living with open hands.
Week 7 – The God Who Forgives
REFLECTION
Mercy and lovingkindness exist at the core of God’s character. These are defining attributes. What kind of God would God be if he did not forgive? How does God look at your sin? Is any sin too great for God to forgive?
READINGS
Day 1. Psalm 25:1-11
Day 2. Psalm 25:12-22
Day 3. Psalm 103:1-10
Day 4. Psalm 103:11-22
Day 5. Matthew 18:21-35
MEDITATION
How much has God forgiven in your life? How do you feel about this? How does God’s forgiveness shape your attitude toward others?
PRAYER
God of Love and Mercy, thank you for your faithfulness. Thank you for your compassion. Thank you for forgiving me. I love you and praise you for who you are! Show me your way and guide me specifically in how to forgive others. Help me be more forgiving. In your name, Amen.
What is a Abundant Love? https://cedarhillscr.org/abundant-love/