Peterson, David Gilbert (1944-). The Lord's Prayer Talk 4. . 1978. Retrieved from the Atla Digital Library, https://archives.moore.edu.au/documents/detail/225880.
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Peterson, D. (1978). The Lord's Prayer Talk 4. Retrieved from the Atla Digital Library, https://archives.moore.edu.au/documents/detail/225880.
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Peterson, David Gilbert (1944-).The Lord's Prayer Talk 4. 1978. Retrieved from the Atla Digital Library, https://archives.moore.edu.au/documents/detail/225880.
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Peterson speaks on the petition concerning sin in the Lord’s Prayer. Jesus teaches that sins are like debts owed to God, requiring payment. God does not overlook sin, nor can our works repay it; only Jesus has paid the penalty on behalf of believers, taking on their debts. Without embracing this truth, one cannot fully grasp the seriousness of sin and its consequences. For the self-righteous, a genuine relationship with God is impossible without open and honest confession. For those burdened by failings, God keeps His promise of forgiveness and transformation. Christians continue to petition God for forgiveness due to ongoing sin and the need to express dependence on His mercy. Having been forgiven, believers are called to extend forgiveness to others.
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