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Is Self-Forgiveness a Biblical Concept?

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Biblical Concept of Forgiveness

  • God is the ultimate forgiver.
  • Believers are called to forgive each other.
  • The Bible does not mention forgiving self.

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Part 1: God is the Ultimate Forgiver

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What does the Bible say about God’s forgiveness?

  • Psalm 86:5
  • Psalm 130:3-4
  • Isaiah 55:7

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Why do we need God’s forgiveness?

  • Romans 3:23
  • Romans 6:23

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What role does Jesus play in God’s forgiveness?

  • Ephesians 1:7
  • Colossians 2:13-14
  • Colossians 1:21-22

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How completely does God forgive our sins?

  • Hebrews 8:12
  • Psalm 103:12
  • Isaiah 43:25

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Part 2: Believers Are Called to Forgive Each Other

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Why do we forgive others?

  • Colossians 3:13
  • Ephesians 4:32

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What do we gain from forgiving others?

  • Matthew 6:14-15
  • Mark 11:25

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How often should we forgive others?

  • Luke 17:3-4
  • Matthew 18:21-22

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Thought Question

  • If self-forgiveness is a Biblical concept, then why do I need a Savior?
  • Read Romans 5:6-8

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Part 3: The Biblical Way to Deal with Guilt Over Sin

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What does it mean to confess?

  • 1 John 1:9
  • Psalm 32:1-5

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What does it mean to repent?

  • Acts 3:19
  • Acts 2:37-38

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What is the result of confession and repentance?

  • Romans 8:1-2
  • 2 Corinthians 7:10

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Application

  • What sins in your life do you need to confess?
  • How will you allow the Holy Spirit to work in your heart and mind to accept God’s forgiveness and free you from guilt and condemnation?

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Application

  • Looking back, can you see how your past sins brought you to a place where you recognized your need for God?
  • How does this relate to 2 Corinthians 7:10?