Spiritual Springtime (Study Guide)

“Spiritual Springtime”

Sermon Study Guide for April 26, 2026


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Scripture: Acts 2:36-39


Winter vs. Spring


1. New Life

free gift of forgiveness


Luke 6:45

Matthew 12:34-35

Proverbs 18:21

James 3:1-12


2. To Forgive

definition…


Three kinds…

a. God’s forgiveness


b. Forgiving others

Philippians 2:13


c. Forgiving yourself

Isaiah 1:18-19

Romans 8:20


3. Your Response: Three Questions

Romans 8:1


Questions to Discuss or Ponder:

  1. How do the different seasons affect your mood and your spirit?
  2. When have you been forgiven by another person? How did that affect your life and your relationship? When have you needed to forgive someone else?
  3. Can forgiveness happen “by accident” or without a decision? Why or why not?
  4. How does forgiveness allow us to “live free”?
  5. Which of the three types of forgiveness do you most need to experience? Which one have you practiced the most and why?
  6. In what way is forgiving yourself the most difficult form of forgiveness?
  7. What move will you make this week toward some form of forgiveness?


Scripture for the Week:

Monday - John 5-7

Tuesday - John 8-10

Wednesday - John 11-13

Thursday - John 14-16

Friday - John 17-19

Saturday - John 20-21

Sunday - Acts 1-4


In response to this Scripture, how will you live?



Prayer Prompt: May I be forgiving.

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