The word "transgression" in the Bible has a lot of religious and cultural baggage. One thing is sure: it's not an outdated, archaic way of separating "good" people from "bad" people.
Talking Points:
- To “transgress” means we violate the trust of others. This can happen in a business contract, a military alliance, or in a marriage.
- Israel transgressed God. Among other things, the Bible narrates the sad story of Israel constantly violating God’s trust by breaking his covenant with them.
- Jesus is the answer to our transgression. Jesus took on the responsibility of our betrayal so that he could open up a new way toward restored relationship between God and people. Romans 5:15
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Have you ever had your trust violated? What happened?
- There seems to be even more pain not just when someone wrongs us, but when someone breaks our trust. Why do you think this is?
- What are some ways Israel violated God’s trust in the Old Testament (OT)?
- In what ways do we violate God’s trust?
- Read Romans 5:15. How are Jesus’s faithfulness and trustworthiness the answer to our unfaithfulness and untrustworthiness?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
