Unit 5 (Grade 8)- The forgiveness of sins

Theme 1: We know these rules.  Why do we have to learn them again?

As our lives change, the Ten Commandments have different things to teach us.
Scripture References: Matthew 5:21-22

Theme 2: What’s right?  What’s wrong?

Sin is deliberately falling short of what we know Jesus would ask us to do.
Scripture References: Matthew 25:40, James 4:17

Theme 3: How can we work it out?

We must first recognize our sin.  True sorrow consists in admitting our wrong, trying to undo the damage, deciding not to do it again, and asking for forgiveness.

Theme 4: Why should I confess my sins to anyone besides God?

The priest, through the words of absolution, reconciles us both to God and to the Christian community.
Scripture References: Luke 15:10