The Resurrection Brings Forgiveness
About This Sermon
Steven Morris teaches from John 21:15-17, showing how Jesus restored Peter after three denials with three invitations to love and lead. Peter's bold promise collapsed into shame when he said "I am not" three times around a fire, but Jesus met him with another fire on the shore and forgiveness that gave him purpose again.
The message explains that the resurrection brings two kinds of forgiveness: the once-for-all forgiveness that makes us right with God at salvation, and daily confession that restores fellowship when believers sin. Because Jesus paid the debt we could not pay, forgiven people are called to forgive others too.
Scripture: John 21:15-17; John 13:38; Luke 22:60-62; Romans 6:23; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Ephesians 1:7; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Psalms 103:12
Study Guide
A few ideas to carry with you, discuss with your group, or revisit during the week.
Practical Takeaways (5)
- It is never too late and you are never too far gone.
- Jesus does not ignore sin; he paid the debt himself.
- Stop paying a cleared debt—God has already forgiven your past sin, shame, and guilt.
- Purity paves the way to intimacy with God.
- Forgiven people forgive people.
Discussion Questions (5)
- What stands out to you about how Jesus responds to Peter in John 21:15-17?
- Is there past sin or shame you are holding onto that God has already forgiven?
- What makes it difficult to believe God has truly cleared your debt?
- Who is someone God may be calling you to forgive this week?
- How does daily confession restore your fellowship with God?
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