THE SET UP
In the last several years, reality television has become one of the most popular genres of show. I am convinced that one of the reasons we like reality shows is that when we compare our lives to some of the people in the show, our lives don’t look so bad. “I may not have it all together,” we think, “but I am certainly not as messed up as she is...” We love to compare, especially when we come out on top. We can do the same thing spiritually, comparing our virtues to the faults of others and feeling pretty good about ourselves. But in today’s text, Jesus reminds us that we all have much to be grateful for, because we’ve all been forgiven of a lot. Those who have been forgiven much will love much, and those who feel they’ve been forgiven little, love little. In this story, we are reminded that the Gospel is for all (All in!) and often the person you would least expect is the hero in God’s eyes.
PASSAGE TO READ
Luke 7:36-50 (Page 620 in our house bibles)
REFLECTION QUESTIONS
What do you think about the actions of the woman toward Jesus? Put yourself in her shoes. What do you think she was feeling and thinking?
What, in your opinion, did Jesus want Simon the Pharisee to learn?
Is your love for God reflective of all you have been given and forgiven?
PRAYER IDEA
Thank God for all He has forgiven you of and if there is anyone that you need to forgive, ask God to help you to forgive and release them.