Peter Helm shares how we need to see ourselves correctly so that we recognize the magnitude of the grace shown to us in Christ so that we might love much.

1. Forgiven Little, Love Little
Luke 7:36-47

2. The “Sinful” Woman and the Pharisee
• 2 very different types of sinners
• Understanding our sin

3. Sin
• St. Augustine, “Pride is the beginning of all
sin.”
• “(God) will bring to light what is hidden in
darkness and will expose the motives of men’s
hearts.” 1 Corinthians 4:5
• “All have sinned and fallen short of the glory
of God.” Romans 6:23

4. Forgiveness
• The Cross
• 1) Forgiveness that results in us beginning a
relationship with God

5. Forgiveness
• 2) Forgiveness that helps us grow in our
relationship with God
• God is LIGHT, sin is DARKNESS

6. Love
• Who loves God more?
• Who loves other people more?

7. Application
• 1) Have a right understanding of Christian
growth and maturity
• “Christ Jesus came into the world to save
sinners – of whom I am the worst.” 1 Timothy
1:15
• 2) Pursue correction

8. Application
• 3) Reflect on your sin
• 4) Reflect on Jesus