TEXT: Luke 7:36-50
MAIN THOUGHT: As we begin looking towards the Christmas season, the first thing Jesus brought to this world was Hope. Examining the hope found in Jesus through the story of the sinful woman anointing His feet, we find a call to leave a life a sin and embrace the hope found in Him! Jesus did not reject her because of her past sins, He embraced her because of her present faith in Him.
OUTLINE:
1. Humility
2. Repentance
3. Hope
Questions:
1. How does this passage illustrate the concept of forgiveness and its relationship to love?
2. What specific actions can we take to show our love for Jesus, similar to the woman in the story?
3. What does Jesus’ response to the woman teach us about His authority to forgive sins?
4. Why do you think the Pharisee was critical of the woman and Jesus during the dinner?
5. How can you demonstrate humility in your interactions with others, based on the example of the woman?
6. Are there things in your life you need to 'pour out' or give up to follow Jesus more closely?
