In Luke 7:36-8:3, Jesus' interaction with the sinful woman and Simon the Pharisee reveals that God's grace not only grants forgiveness but also transforms lives, resulting in loving devotion to Christ.
From Debt to Devotion
I. Simon questions Jesus' authority when a sinful woman washes his feet. (7:36-39) A. Jesus is welcomed into Simon's home. (v. 36) B. A sinful woman enters and washes Jesus' feet. (vv. 37-38) C. Simon the Pharisee doubts Jesus' authority. (v. 39) II. Jesus responds with a parable that contrasts Simon and the woman. (7:40-47) A. Jesus tells a parable about forgiveness and love. (vv. 40-43) B. Jesus contrasts the woman's loving devotion with Simon's lack of hospitality. (vv. 44-47) III. Jesus displays His authority by assuring the woman of her forgiveness. (7:48-50) A. Jesus declares her sins forgiven, displaying divine authority. (vv. 48, 50) B. The onlookers question, "Who is this who even forgives sins?" (v. 49) IV. Jesus Continues His Ministry with the Twelve and Several Women (8:1-3) A. Jesus travels with the twelve, preaching the good news of the kingdom. (v. 1) B. Several women also follow, supporting the ministry. (vv. 2-3)
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