The Freedom of Forgiveness: The Ring

Published: May 8, 2016, 10 a.m.

THE FULLNESS OF FORGIVENESS\nThe Freedom of Forgiveness: The Ring\nMay 8, 2016\n\nPlease turn to Luke 15:23: (NIV) \n\nThree elements of son-ship: the robe, the ring, the shoes\nThe ring: the Greek usage here suggests it\u2019s a sealing (signet) ring: used to document official family business matters\n\u2022\tA son who had already taken his portion of the family business and wasted it is now reinstated and given full-power of attorney\n\nBig Idea: You and I must learn to walk beyond just being accepted into the family to controlling partners in the Kingdom business\nWhat exactly is this family business? Currently it\u2019s reclaiming what was lost (Genesis 1:26).\nHow\u2019s He doing it? \na.\tThrough a powerful declaration of His love: The death of His Son Jesus Christ (John 3:16)\n\nb.\tThrough a powerful demonstration that He is the Lord of life: The resurrection of Jesus Christ \nApp: What God has done for us will only work where it\u2019s received\nc.\tThrough His Church: As we move in the authority He has placed on our fingers\n\n\u201cThey will place their hands on sick people, and they will get well\u2026\u201d Mark 16:18b\n-See Matthew 28:18-20\n-See Matthew 5:14-16\n-See 2Cor 5:17-19 GNT\nHow did Jesus speak? (ref. John 3:34)\nJesus was His Father\u2019s sealed servant (ref. John 16:27b)\nLikewise we are Gods sealed servants. (ref. Ephesians 1:13b. Also 2Corinthians 1:21b-22)\n\nWhat is God\u2019s Spirit speaking into your life today? How must you respond?