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The Art of Forgiving Yourself

Year: 1973
Verses: Luke 15:11-24; Mark 12:28-31; Ephesians 6:15; Hebrews 2:11; 1 Corinthians 12:1-11; 1 Corinthians 14:1-40; Psalms 18:46-49; Psalms 98:1-2; Psalms 34:1-4; Ruth 3:9
Source: TCOTW

Pastor Jack explores the parable of the prodigal son to teach about God’s radical acceptance and the importance of learning to forgive and love yourself. Drawing from the father’s overwhelming reception of his wayward son—with robe, ring, shoes, and feast—Pastor Jack shows how God wants believers to stop condemning themselves and walk in the confidence and authority that comes from being fully clothed in Christ’s righteousness. This message, recorded during a communion service, invites listeners to accept God’s declaration of love and to stop living as spiritual slaves when they’ve been made sons and daughters.