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Day 295 (Matthew 18) - Year 6
2024/10/22
The Bible Recap
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Tara Lee Cobble
Tara Lee Cobble: 本章经文首先讲述了门徒之间关于谁最伟大的争论，耶稣强调谦卑在神国中的重要性，这与世俗的观点形成对比。耶稣用孩童作比喻，说明孩童的价值和他们应受到的尊重，并将其与信徒联系起来，指出天使守护着他们。关于罪的诱惑，耶稣告诫要远离导致犯罪的诱惑，并用极端的比喻说明罪的严重性，以及我们可能导致他人犯罪。经文中也强调了个人行为的责任，以及我们行为对周围人的影响，这与西方独立文化以及古代近东文化的观点有所不同。在处理他人冒犯方面，耶稣提出了一个三步走的处理流程：首先私下沟通，然后请一两个人一起沟通，最后提交教会处理。即使是处理最棘手的情况，也要本着爱去做，就像耶稣对待外邦人和税吏一样。处理冒犯行为的目标是爱护对方，而不是完全地逐出教会并损害其名誉；而是要防止他们分裂教会，直到他们悔改或问题解决。耶稣用比喻说明宽恕的重要性，以及我们应该如何回应上帝的宽恕。我们的罪债巨大，无法偿还，但上帝宽恕了我们；我们应该效法上帝，宽恕那些悔改的人。宽恕是对上帝的回应，而不是对冒犯我们之人的回应；我们应该以所领受的宽恕去宽恕他人。宽恕是一种持续的选择，即使在感受不到宽恕的时候也要做出选择。上帝关注每一个人，即使我们远离祂，祂也会主动寻找我们，并为此喜乐。
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Deep Dive
Why does Jesus use children as an illustration in his teachings?
Jesus uses children to show the value of children as humans and image bearers, and to illustrate the importance of humility in the kingdom of God.
What does Jesus say about the responsibility of causing others to sin?
Jesus says that causing others to sin is a serious matter and that those who do so will face severe consequences.
How does Jesus instruct believers to handle being sinned against?
Jesus instructs believers to first address the issue privately with the person, then involve one or two others, and finally take it to the church if necessary.
What is the significance of the parable about the unforgiving servant?
The parable highlights the immense debt we owe to God and the necessity of forgiving others as we have been forgiven.
Why does DGroup offer online Bible study options?
DGroup offers online Bible study options to accommodate people with busy travel schedules or those who want to study with friends in different locations.
Jesus contrasts human pride with the humility valued in the kingdom of God, using children as a symbol of worth and care.
- Humility is crucial for greatness in the kingdom of God.
- Children, often seen as property, are used by Jesus to illustrate human value.
- Disciples are likened to 'little ones,' with angels watching over them.
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