Forgiveness in the New Testament

The Apostle Paul wrote to the church in ______: 'Put up with one another.'

Peter felt awful about denying ______.

The disciples caught ______ fish before Jesus helped them.

Jesus told the disciples to throw their net on the ______ side of the boat.

After catching fish, Jesus invited the men to come and have ______.

Jesus asked Peter, 'Do you love me more than ______ others do?'

Despite Peter's denial, Jesus chose to ______ him.

One of the best ways to love others like Jesus is choosing to ______.

Paul's Letter and Forgiveness

Paul wrote to the Colossians urging them to forgive each other, mirroring Jesus' forgiveness.

Peter's Story and Forgiveness

Peter felt guilty for denying Jesus.
After Jesus' resurrection, Peter went fishing with other disciples and caught an unusually large amount of fish.
This miraculous catch signaled Jesus' presence, as it mirrored a similar miraculous catch before Jesus called Peter.
Peter leaped into the water to embrace Jesus.

Jesus' Conversation with Peter

Jesus asked Peter if he loved him more than others, demonstrating trust.
Peter affirmed his love for Jesus three times.
Jesus entrusted Peter to "feed his lambs" (followers).
Jesus depicted Himself as a shepherd and people as sheep.
Jesus forecast difficulties and martyrdom for Peter.
Jesus still commanded Peter to follow Him.

Jesus' Forgiveness of Peter

Jesus forgave Peter despite his earlier denials.
This highlights the importance of forgiveness, like a heavy load lifted from the shoulders.
Jesus’ forgiveness is available to all who ask.

The Importance of Forgiveness

Choosing to forgive frees us from bitterness and allows us to focus on Jesus’ love.
Forgiveness does not mean enabling harmful behavior. If someone is hurting you, tell a trusted adult.

Explore the themes of forgiveness as illustrated through Paul's letters and Peter's experiences. This quiz delves into Jesus' teachings on forgiveness, Peter's moments of doubt, and the call to love and lead after redemption. Test your understanding of these profound biblical stories.