01) Please Forgive (Genesis 50:15-21)
2019 July 21
Joseph’s brothers desire that Joseph forgive them for all the wrong they had done to him. Joseph reminds us that forgiveness requires that we a) comfort & speak kindly; b) be humble; c) keep perspective; and, d) actively help.
02) Extraordinary Things (Mark 2:1-12)
2019 December 15
A reminder that forgiveness is an extraordinary thing. When God forgives us, completely, it is heals us and brings us back into a relationship with God. When we forgive each other, it is an extraordinary thing too.
03) Who Is This, Who Even Forgives Sin (Luke 7:36-50)
2020 January 19
Luke 7:36-50: In this lesson we explore the connection between forgiveness and love. Jesus’s forgiveness of the sinful woman is a stark contrast to Simon’s condemnation. When we know Jesus we will seek his forgiveness in faith; and we will respond by being loving and forgiving.
God… Did Not Forsake Them (Nehemiah 9:17)
2020 March 8
When Israel committed a great sin against God, not only did He forgive them he also refused to forsake them in the wilderness. This reminds us that when we forgive others, there is still work to be done to help the forgiven one.
Forgive And … (Matthew 18:23-27 and Psalm 103:2-5)
In this lesson we’ll discuss why forgiveness goes beyond just forgiving by looking at what our Father does to restore us to a whole relationship with Him. He not only forgives, but heals, redeems, crowns and satisfies.
How Jehovah’s Forgiveness Works (Psalm 103:6-14)
2020 October 25
In this lesson, we’ll see that Jehovah’s character makes it easy for us to repent and receive forgiveness.
Seeing Jehovah’s Forgiveness (Psalm 103:7 & Psalm 78)
2020 November 1
In Psalm 103, we are pointed to the history of Israel to see Jehovah’s forgiveness. In this lesson we turn to Psalm 78 to see that Jehovah’s forgiveness is one of the most amazing wonders of all the things that he did for his people bringing them out of Egypt and caring for them as he brought them to the land of promise. This helps us to set our hope in God, remember his wonders, and keep his commandments. (Delivered virtually on Facebook.)
Assurance of Forgiveness (Psalm 103:15-22)
2020 November 8
The final portion of Psalm 103 draws a contrast between the brevity of man and the eternity and authority of Jehovah.
Forgive Your Brother – 1 (Matthew 18:28-35)
2020 November 22
In this lesson we learn not only the importance of forgiving my brother, but are taught by God how we must forgive those who have sinned against us. Too often we make excuses for not forgiving, when we should be finding reasons to forgive authentically. This lesson focus is on the wickedness of refusing to forgive.
Forgive Your Brother – part 2 (Matthew 18:28-35; Psalm 103)
2020 November 29
In this lesson we learn not only the importance of forgiving my brother, but are taught by God how we must forgive those who have sinned against us. Too often we make excuses for not forgiving, when we should be finding reasons to forgive authentically. In this part, we’ll recall the importance of being merciful like God and forgiving from the heart.
Can There Be Forgiveness Without Repentance?
2021 February 14
Luke 17:3-4: When someone sins against me, but refuses to repent, should I forgive them. We’ll consider how to deal with this problem that so many struggle with, and learn the importance of being prepared to forgive others so that repentance is easier for them.
He Will Not Forgive
2021 May 2
Joshua 24:19: Although our Father wants to forgive us, there are circumstances when he will not. In this lesson we look at warnings from Moses, Joshua, and Jeremiah. We need to understand these circumstances so that we don’t fall into the delusion that are safe from His righteous wrath.
Do You Do Well to be Angry?
2021 May 9
Jonah: One of biggest issues with forgiving others is dealing with our anger. God teaches us the importance of pity.
Do Not Forgive Them!
2021 May 16
Isaiah 2:9: Previous lesson reminds us that sometimes even God is unwilling to forgive. Continuing with this difficult thinking about our God, this lesson considers the prayers of Isaiah and Jeremiah asking God not to forgive someone. Is this a valid request we can make to God, or is it limited in scope? How do I cope with forgiving someone who will not repent?
Forgive My Sin
2021 August 1
Exodus 10:12-20: When the Pharaoh asks Moses to pray that Jehovah forgive him, Moses intercedes and the plague stops. In this lesson we’ll consider our struggle with repentance and forgiveness and consider the importance of faith for forgiving.
And Did Not Forsake Them
2021 September 26
Nehemiah 9:16-21: When the people of Israel committed the great sin of creating the golden calf, Nehemiah reminds us that Jehovah was still ready to forgive them and that he did not forsake them. God’s example of true forgiveness teaches us that we must not forsake those we forgive, rather we should lead them, instruct them, and sustain them.
When You Hear, Forgive
2021 November 14
2 Chronicles 6:12-42; 7:11-15: Solomon’s prayer at the dedication of the temple includes several pleas for Jehovah to hear the prayers of His people and forgive them. We learn from this lesson that we must be ready to hear, forgive, and help those who seek forgiveness.
Forgiven
2022 February 6
Psalm 32:1-5: In Psalm 32 David extols the blessedness of being forgiven. In order to understand how wonderful forgiveness is we must be convicted of the pernicious of our sin. In this lesson, we are reminded of David’s descent into sin.
I Will Confess
2022 February 20
Psalm 32:5-6: Since God knows our sin, why does he desire that we confess our sins. He is like a parent, who wants a child to return. Confessing helps us to face the reality of our sin, make real changes, it liberates us from our past sins and reminds us that He is faithful.
The God Who Can Be Found
2022 March 13
Psalm 32:6: In this lesson, we explore the importance of understanding that in spite of our sin, our God comes to us to save us and forgive us.
Forgiveness and More
2022 May 8
Psalm 32:6-7: In this lesson we can find that God’s forgiveness goes beyond just forgiveness (not as if that isn’t amazing in itself). When we confess our sins, God is our hiding place, preserves us from trouble and surrounds us with shouts of deliverance. All these remind us that our Father’s forgiveness is intended to restore our relationship with him.
Seeking Forgiveness
2022 August 21
Psalm 32:8-9: Seeking forgiveness is hard. In this section of David’s Psalm he reminds us to overcome our tendency to not seek forgiveness and provides reason to reconcile with God.
Jehovah Will Give What Is Good
2022 October 23
Psalm 85: In this lesson, we’ll see the amazing power of Jehovah’s forgiveness. We’ll understand how our sin breaks our relationship with God, and yet how we can hope for restoration with Him. We’ll learn how he speaks peace to us and does much more than forgive us; he will give what is good so that we can walk in his way.