God's heart is for children and for the lost. In order to enter his kingdom, you will have to humble yourself like a little child.
Outline:
I. Greatest in the Kingdom v.1-6
- v.4 humbles himself like this child
- humility - teachable, dependent, vulnerable
- judgment on leading children astray
II. Temptations to sin v.7-9
- removing temptations
- \*sin - leads to hell - kills, brings death
III. Parable of the Lost Sheep v.10-14
- the heart of God for the stray, for children, not willing that any should perish.
IV. Dealing with Sin in the Church v.15-20
- goal of restoration
- power of the church in discipline
V. Parable of the Forgiving Servant v.21-35
- the necessity of forgiveness
- x. Eph. 4:32
- tortures - punishment, discipline of God, Satan's influence
Truth: The Father has a heart for the little and the lost.
Application
- Humble Yourself
- Seek restoration from sin - self, with others.
- Forgive.
Read from:
The Holy Bible, English Standard Version® (ESV®)
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