August 28 | There’s no “U” in Relationships | The Centrality of Forgiveness

“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”

  Ephesians 4:32

Did you ever realize that unforgiveness is a debt? Had you ever considered that and treated it as something owed to you?

What are some common ways that people use unforgiveness for their own use?

With whom have you used this justice system to your advantage?

Unforgiveness is a destroyer. Have you experienced this destroyer?

Is there anyone who comes to mind that you are currently not all right with? Do you need to forgive them?

Articulate with your group what you understand about “the forgiveness you receive from the Lord.”

Is it easy or hard to understand / realize that God forgives us 100%?  What verses are related to this?

Do you have any sins of yours that you can’t forgive yourself?

Are there things in your life that you are not sure you are really forgiven of?  What verses relate to this?

Have you or how have you bathed yourself in God’s compassion this morning, August 28, 2011?

When have you forgiven an offense that hurt you deeply….how did that work for you?

Would your friends recognize “a life style of forgiveness” in and through your life?

What were you convicted of today?  What verses spoke something new to you?

What are some lasting teachings, from this series, that you are trying to apply to your life?