Sin and Forgiveness: A Study of Jesus’ Teachings on Repentance

1. What does Jesus teach about forgiveness in the Lord's Prayer?

A) Forgiveness should be conditional.
B) Forgiveness is not necessary.
C) Only God can forgive sins.
D) Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.

2. In which parable does Jesus illustrate the concept of repentance?

A) The Prodigal Son.
B) The Good Samaritan.
C) The Rich Man and Lazarus.
D) The Lost Sheep.

3. In the Beatitudes, what does Jesus say about mercy?

A) Only the wealthy can show mercy.
B) Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
C) Mercy is not needed for the righteous.
D) Mercy is a sign of weakness.

4. What does Jesus say is required for true repentance?

A) Make sacrifices.
B) Attend religious services.
C) Say a simple prayer.
D) Bear fruits worthy of repentance.

5. What does the word 'repentance' mean in Jesus’ teachings?

A) Regret for past actions only.
B) A change of heart and mind towards God.
C) Pride in overcoming sin.
D) Punishment for sin.

6. What does the parable of the unforgiving servant teach?

A) We must forgive others as God forgives us.
B) We should only forgive small debts.
C) Forgiveness is not necessary.
D) Our sins are inconsequential.

7. In what context does Jesus speak about the 'log in your own eye'?

A) Helping others with their faults.
B) How to correct someone else's behavior.
C) Physical eyesight issues.
D) Judging others while ignoring your own faults.

8. How many times did Jesus suggest one should forgive others?

A) Once.
B) Three times.
C) Seventy times seven.
D) Only when it's easy.

9. According to Jesus, who can forgive sins?

A) The priests can forgive sins.
B) The righteous can forgive sins.
C) Every person can forgive sins.
D) Only God can forgive sins.

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