Bury The Hatchet – Part 2: Turn to The Father
- Only God’s Love Erases Guilt and Replaces It with Grace.
- Stop running.
“When he finally came to his senses, he said to himself, ‘At home…’” Luke 15:17 (p.798)
- Turn (back) to Unconditional Grace.
“Then Jesus said, ‘Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.’” Matthew 11:28 (p.742)
“So he returned home to his father…” Luke 15:20 (p.798)
“Well then, since God’s grace has set us free from the law, does that mean we can go on sinning? Of course not!” Romans 6:15 (p.861)
“God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it.” Ephesians 2:8-9 (p.896)
- Embrace the fullness of forgiveness.
“…And while he was still a long way off, his father saw him coming. Filled with love and compassion, he ran to his son, embraced him, and kissed him.” Luke 15:20 (p.798)
“…For your brother was dead and has come back to life! He was lost, but now he is found!” Luke 15:32 (p.798)
Series Memory Verse: “Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.” Colossians 3:13 (p.904)
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