Reconciliation
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This document discusses Jesus' teachings around forgiveness and reconciliation. It covers the Parable of the Prodigal Son and how it demonstrates God's forgiving love. Several of Jesus' lessons are mentioned, like the stories of the Samaritan Woman, Zacchaeus, and the adulterous woman. The sacrament of reconciliation, also called penance or confession, is examined. It concludes that Jesus showed mercy and compassion, especially toward sinners.
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- 2. The Parable of the Prodigal Son - The CENTRAL THEME focused on the FORGIVING LOVE of the Father. - Helps us understand the stages in our journey back to God. 1. Selfishness of Sin 2. Beginning of conversions: Coming to one’s senses with a realization of our sinfulness
- 3. Jesus’ Many Lessons of Forgiveness and Reconciliations - The Samaritan Woman - The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant - The Story of Zacchaeus - Jesus at the Home of Simon the Pharisee - The Adulterous Woman - The Parable of the Pharisee and Tax Collector - Love for Enemies - Judging Others - The Lost Sheep - The Crucifixion
- 4. “Father, forgive them for they don’t know what they are doing.”- Luke 23: 34
- 5. Different Names and Dimensions of the Sacrament - SACRAMENT Of CONFESSION - SACRAMENT OF PENANCE - SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
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