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Beyond BeliefBeyond Belief
Exploring the Character of GodExploring the Character of God
Rhema Christian
Fellowship Bible Study
God Is Always JustGod Is Always Just
Our Essential QuestionsOur Essential Questions
What do I believe about my faith?
How do I know the will of God?
Beyond Belief:Beyond Belief:
Exploring the Character of GodExploring the Character of God
Session 1: God Is Holy
Session 2: God Is Loving
Session 3: God Is Always Just
Session 4: God Is Forgiving
Session 5: God Is Wise
Session 6: God Is Faithful
God Is JustGod Is Just
Session 3Session 3
God Is JustGod Is Just
The PointThe Point: God is always just.: God is always just.
The Bible Meets LifeThe Bible Meets Life. In this. In this
session wesession we’’ll explore why well explore why we
can have confidence in Godcan have confidence in God’’ss
justice.justice.
Our PassageOur Passage: Ezekiel 18:21-: Ezekiel 18:21-
24, 30-3224, 30-32
What Does theWhat Does the
Bible Say?Bible Say?
Session 3Session 3
Conduct an Inductive StudyConduct an Inductive Study
Mark reference to author in one color
and another to the recipient
Identify lists
Mark keywords and synonyms
Mark contrasts
Mark terms of conclusion
Mark comparisons
Mark expressions of time
Double underline geographical
locations
Make lists of keywords and key people
Ezekiel 18:21-22 (HCSB)
21 “Now if the wicked person turns from all the sins he has
committed, keeps all My statutes, and does what is just
and right, he will certainly live; he will not die.
22 None of the transgressions he has committed will be
held against him. He will live because of the righteousness
he has practiced.
8
Ezekiel 18:23 (HCSB)
23 Do I take any pleasure in the death of the wicked?”
This is the declaration of the Lord God. “Instead, don’t I
take pleasure when he turns from his ways and lives?
9
Ezekiel 18:24 (HCSB)
24 But when a righteous person turns from his
righteousness and practices iniquity, committing the same
detestable acts that the wicked do, will he live? None of
the righteous acts he did will be remembered. He will die
because of the treachery he has engaged in and the sin
he has committed.
10
Ezekiel 18:30 (HCSB)
30 “Therefore, house of Israel, I will judge each one of you
according to his ways.” This is the declaration of the Lord
God. “Repent and turn from all your transgressions, so they
will not be a stumbling block that causes your punishment.
11
Ezekiel 18:31-32 (HCSB)
31 Throw off all the transgressions you have committed, and
get yourselves a new heart and a new spirit. Why should you
die, house of Israel?
32 For I take no pleasure in anyone’s death.” This is the
declaration of the Lord God. “So repent and live!
12
””God Is Always JustGod Is Always Just””
(Ezekiel 18:21-23)(Ezekiel 18:21-23)
•Historical Background - the Babylonian invasion of Jerusalem and the
deportation of the Jews between 605 to 587 BC
•God’s response to accusations of unfairness.
•Definitions and Understanding
1.Justice as captured by the statue of Lady Justice at the U.S.Supreme.
She is blindfolded, and holds a double-edged sword in her right hand and
a set of scales in her left.
•The blindfold signifies her impartiality.
•The sword illustrates the discerning character of truth (see Heb. 4:12),
and
•The scales represent the exacting nature of justice (see Prov 20:23).
God Is Always Just
””God Is Always JustGod Is Always Just””
(Ezekiel 18:21-23)(Ezekiel 18:21-23)
•Definitions and Understanding
2. Repentance.
Turning away from sin and committing to love and
obey God.
Any person who approaches God in this in this way
will receive pardon.
God will always act favorably and mercifully toward
a repentant heart.
””God Is Always JustGod Is Always Just””
(Ezekiel 18:24)(Ezekiel 18:24)
• God addresses the righteous person who rebels and their
consequences.
• Points to the fairness and justice of God
• The Jewish privileged heritage and past obedience attitude
• They misunderstood their responsibilities to be God's chosen
people
””God Is Always JustGod Is Always Just””
(Ezekiel 18:24)(Ezekiel 18:24)
• Read page 29, para 4.
• Sin is serious (Romans 6:23).
• We are human and slip and fall but consistent sin should not
characterize our lives.
””God Is Always JustGod Is Always Just””
(Ezekiel 18:30-32)(Ezekiel 18:30-32)
• Ezekiel 18 helps us see two important things about God:
1. God always gets justice right.
2. God always wants our best.
• All God requires is that we repent
• God relieves us of guilt
• Proof: God is just. He dealt with your sin through the death and
resurrection of Jesus Christ. And now that your sin has been
dealt with, it's over. Justice is done
””God Is Always JustGod Is Always Just””
(Ezekiel 18:30-32)(Ezekiel 18:30-32)
• Proof: God is just.
• He dealt with our sin through the death and
resurrection of Jesus Christ
• Our sin has been dealt with, it's over
• Justice is done
Live It OutLive It Out
How will you respond to God's justice?
1. Choose freedom.
2. Seek justice in the world.
3. Close the gap between your reputation and
character.

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God Is Always Just

  • 1. Beyond BeliefBeyond Belief Exploring the Character of GodExploring the Character of God Rhema Christian Fellowship Bible Study God Is Always JustGod Is Always Just
  • 2. Our Essential QuestionsOur Essential Questions What do I believe about my faith? How do I know the will of God?
  • 3. Beyond Belief:Beyond Belief: Exploring the Character of GodExploring the Character of God Session 1: God Is Holy Session 2: God Is Loving Session 3: God Is Always Just Session 4: God Is Forgiving Session 5: God Is Wise Session 6: God Is Faithful
  • 4. God Is JustGod Is Just Session 3Session 3
  • 5. God Is JustGod Is Just The PointThe Point: God is always just.: God is always just. The Bible Meets LifeThe Bible Meets Life. In this. In this session wesession we’’ll explore why well explore why we can have confidence in Godcan have confidence in God’’ss justice.justice. Our PassageOur Passage: Ezekiel 18:21-: Ezekiel 18:21- 24, 30-3224, 30-32
  • 6. What Does theWhat Does the Bible Say?Bible Say? Session 3Session 3
  • 7. Conduct an Inductive StudyConduct an Inductive Study Mark reference to author in one color and another to the recipient Identify lists Mark keywords and synonyms Mark contrasts Mark terms of conclusion Mark comparisons Mark expressions of time Double underline geographical locations Make lists of keywords and key people
  • 8. Ezekiel 18:21-22 (HCSB) 21 “Now if the wicked person turns from all the sins he has committed, keeps all My statutes, and does what is just and right, he will certainly live; he will not die. 22 None of the transgressions he has committed will be held against him. He will live because of the righteousness he has practiced. 8
  • 9. Ezekiel 18:23 (HCSB) 23 Do I take any pleasure in the death of the wicked?” This is the declaration of the Lord God. “Instead, don’t I take pleasure when he turns from his ways and lives? 9
  • 10. Ezekiel 18:24 (HCSB) 24 But when a righteous person turns from his righteousness and practices iniquity, committing the same detestable acts that the wicked do, will he live? None of the righteous acts he did will be remembered. He will die because of the treachery he has engaged in and the sin he has committed. 10
  • 11. Ezekiel 18:30 (HCSB) 30 “Therefore, house of Israel, I will judge each one of you according to his ways.” This is the declaration of the Lord God. “Repent and turn from all your transgressions, so they will not be a stumbling block that causes your punishment. 11
  • 12. Ezekiel 18:31-32 (HCSB) 31 Throw off all the transgressions you have committed, and get yourselves a new heart and a new spirit. Why should you die, house of Israel? 32 For I take no pleasure in anyone’s death.” This is the declaration of the Lord God. “So repent and live! 12
  • 13. ””God Is Always JustGod Is Always Just”” (Ezekiel 18:21-23)(Ezekiel 18:21-23) •Historical Background - the Babylonian invasion of Jerusalem and the deportation of the Jews between 605 to 587 BC •God’s response to accusations of unfairness. •Definitions and Understanding 1.Justice as captured by the statue of Lady Justice at the U.S.Supreme. She is blindfolded, and holds a double-edged sword in her right hand and a set of scales in her left. •The blindfold signifies her impartiality. •The sword illustrates the discerning character of truth (see Heb. 4:12), and •The scales represent the exacting nature of justice (see Prov 20:23).
  • 15. ””God Is Always JustGod Is Always Just”” (Ezekiel 18:21-23)(Ezekiel 18:21-23) •Definitions and Understanding 2. Repentance. Turning away from sin and committing to love and obey God. Any person who approaches God in this in this way will receive pardon. God will always act favorably and mercifully toward a repentant heart.
  • 16. ””God Is Always JustGod Is Always Just”” (Ezekiel 18:24)(Ezekiel 18:24) • God addresses the righteous person who rebels and their consequences. • Points to the fairness and justice of God • The Jewish privileged heritage and past obedience attitude • They misunderstood their responsibilities to be God's chosen people
  • 17. ””God Is Always JustGod Is Always Just”” (Ezekiel 18:24)(Ezekiel 18:24) • Read page 29, para 4. • Sin is serious (Romans 6:23). • We are human and slip and fall but consistent sin should not characterize our lives.
  • 18. ””God Is Always JustGod Is Always Just”” (Ezekiel 18:30-32)(Ezekiel 18:30-32) • Ezekiel 18 helps us see two important things about God: 1. God always gets justice right. 2. God always wants our best. • All God requires is that we repent • God relieves us of guilt • Proof: God is just. He dealt with your sin through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. And now that your sin has been dealt with, it's over. Justice is done
  • 19. ””God Is Always JustGod Is Always Just”” (Ezekiel 18:30-32)(Ezekiel 18:30-32) • Proof: God is just. • He dealt with our sin through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ • Our sin has been dealt with, it's over • Justice is done
  • 20. Live It OutLive It Out How will you respond to God's justice? 1. Choose freedom. 2. Seek justice in the world. 3. Close the gap between your reputation and character.

Notes de l'éditeur

  1. Our 6 Sessions in the series.
  2. This session’s title
  3. Page 26
  4. Let’s read our lesson scriptures
  5. Mark reference to author in one color and another to the recipient Identify lists Mark keywords and synonyms Mark contrasts Mark terms of conclusion Mark comparisons Mark expressions of time Double underline geographical locations Make lists of keywords and key people
  6. Things to look for: Who is speaking and to whom? What are the antonyms and synonyms in the verses? What are the commands given and to whom are they commanded? What promises are made and by whom? What words are repeated more than twice?
  7. Things to look for: Who is speaking and to whom? What are the antonyms and synonyms in the verses? What are the commands given and to whom are they commanded? What promises are made and by whom? What words are repeated more than twice?
  8. Things to look for: Who is speaking and to whom? What are the antonyms and synonyms in the verses? What are the commands given and to whom are they commanded? What promises are made and by whom? What words are repeated more than twice?
  9. Things to look for: Who is speaking and to whom? What are the antonyms and synonyms in the verses? What are the commands given and to whom are they commanded? What promises are made and by whom? What words are repeated more than twice?
  10. Things to look for: Who is speaking and to whom? What are the antonyms and synonyms in the verses? What are the commands given and to whom are they commanded? What promises are made and by whom? What words are repeated more than twice?
  11. During the Babylonian invasion of Jerusalem and the deportation of the Jews between 605 to 587 BC, God's people cried out to God for answers. They did not understand why they were being persecuted and why God did not come to their aid. In response, God spoke through the prophet Ezekiel. In Ezekiel 18, God candidly addressed the charge that His actions against His people were unfair. To fully appreciate this passage, let's focus on two key words: 1. Justice. The biblical concept of divine justice is almost perfectly captured in the statue of Lady Justice at the U.S.Supreme Court Building in Washington, D.C. Blindfolded, she holds a double-edged sword in her right hand and a set of scales in her left. The blindfold signifies her impartiality. The sword illustrates the discerning character of truth (see Heb. 4:12), and The scales represent the exacting nature of justice (see Prov 20:23). Scripture calls God the “righteous judge (see Ps. 7:11). As such, complaints about His fairness are unfounded. God is just. 2. Repentance. Repentance involves turning away from sin and committing to love and obey God. Here's the great news: any person who approaches God in this in this way will receive pardon. God will always act favorably and mercifully toward the one who turns to Him with a repentant heart.
  12. 1. Justice. The biblical concept of divine justice is almost perfectly captured in the statue of Lady Justice at the U.S.Supreme Court Building in Washington, D.C. Blindfolded, she holds a double-edged sword in her right hand and a set of scales in her left. The blindfold signifies her impartiality. The sword illustrates the discerning character of truth (see Heb. 4:12), and The scales represent the exacting nature of justice (see Prov 20:23). Scripture calls God the “righteous judge (see Ps. 7:11). As such, complaints about His fairness are unfounded. God is just.
  13. 2. Repentance. Repentance involves turning away from sin and committing to love and obey God. Here's the great news: any person who approaches God in this in this way will receive pardon. God will always act favorably and mercifully toward the one who turns to Him with a repentant heart.
  14. After discussing the unrighteous who repent, God addresses the apparently righteous person who rebels. In this verse, God called out seemingly righteous individuals who become spiritually distracted and pursue a life indistinguishable from unbelievers. This scenario also points to the fairness and justice of God even though it went against the common thinking of the Jews. The Jews were relying on their privileged heritage and past obedience to release them from divine punishment. They misunderstood, what it meant to be God's chosen people and expected their special standing to free them from any consequences. Christians possess eternal security in Christ, but that doesn't give us a free pass to sin. Believers and unbelievers alike will be held accountable for their actions. The only difference is that the believer’s eternal home with Christ in heaven is never in jeopardy (see 1 Cor. 3:11-15). Once obtained, salvation is secure. But Christians certainly can (and do) suffer the same earthly consequences for their sins as those who don't know God. The truth of eternal security should never result in taking a jaded or blasé attitude toward holy living. Sin is serious (Romans 6:23). While we sometimes fail to be controlled by the Holy Spirit and become disobedient to God, consistent sin should not characterize our lives.
  15. After discussing the unrighteous who repent, God addresses the apparently righteous person who rebels. In this verse, God called out seemingly righteous individuals who become spiritually distracted and pursue a life indistinguishable from unbelievers. This scenario also points to the fairness and justice of God even though it went against the common thinking of the Jews. The Jews were relying on their privileged heritage and past obedience to release them from divine punishment. They misunderstood, what it meant to be God's chosen people and expected their special standing to free them from any consequences. Christians possess eternal security in Christ, but that doesn't give us a free pass to sin. Believers and unbelievers alike will be held accountable for their actions. The only difference is that the believer’s eternal home with Christ in heaven is never in jeopardy (see 1 Cor. 3:11-15). Once obtained, salvation is secure. But Christians certainly can (and do) suffer the same earthly consequences for their sins as those who don't know God. The truth of eternal security should never result in taking a jaded or blasé attitude toward holy living. Sin is serious (Romans 6:23). While we sometimes fail to be controlled by the Holy Spirit and become disobedient to God, consistent sin should not characterize our lives.
  16. All God requires is that we repent and turn from all our transgressions. When we confess our sin, God completely forgives us. That's amazing news for two reasons. First, when God forgives, He forgets. Jeremiah gave this declaration from God: "For I will forgive their wrongdoing and never again remember their sin" (Jer. 31:34). Second, God relieves us of guilt. There is nothing more painful than a guilty conscience. Guilt can affect us spiritually, emotionally, physically, and relationally. Thankfully, a person who repents is not only set free from his or her sin, but also from the guilt associated with that sin (see Ps. 32:5). If you are forgiven, you can release the guilt that you—and others—hold over you. Forgiveness doesn't remove the effects of our sin on either ourselves or victims of our behavior. What’s done cannot always be undone. Therefore, a forgiven person takes full responsibility for the past, acknowledges his or her actions and any pain that was caused, and seeks to correct any damage caused by his or her actions as necessary. But that's where it stops. There is no obligation to bear false guilt for already-forgiven sins that Christ has paid for in full. God is just. He dealt with your sin through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. And now that your sin has been dealt with, it's over. Justice is done. Furthermore, the completed justice of God means that you won't have to carry the burden of your sin any longer. You're free to live in Christ.
  17. Forgiveness doesn't remove the effects of our sin on either ourselves or victims of our behavior. What’s done cannot always be undone. Therefore, a forgiven person takes full responsibility for the past, acknowledges his or her actions and any pain that was caused, and seeks to correct any damage caused by his or her actions as necessary. But that's where it stops. There is no obligation to bear false guilt for already-forgiven sins that Christ has paid for in full. God is just. He dealt with your sin through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. And now that your sin has been dealt with, it's over. Justice is done. Furthermore, the completed justice of God means that you won't have to carry the burden of your sin any longer. You're free to live in Christ.
  18. How will you respond to God's justice? ► Choose freedom. Confess a specific sin or sinful pattern to God. Receive His forgiveness and choose to move forward with the knowledge that He has set you free from that sin. ► Seek justice in the world. Look for situations where justice seems to be lacking. Use these situations as reminders to pray that God would carry out His justice in the world. ► Close the gap between your reputation and character. Ask a fellow believer to hold you accountable in areas where you struggle with sin. Commit to integrity between how others know you and how God knows you. You may be experiencing unfair circumstances in your life, but rest in the fact that God is always just and He always delivers. Whether in this life or the next, God's righteousness will triumph.