Redeemer Pca Of Overland Park

The Motive for MissionLuke 7:36-50Patric KnaakOctober 12, 2014----more---- I. Introduction | The Very Worst Missionary (ever) II. Teaching | Luke 7:36-50A. A Scandalous Guest (v. 36-38)The sinful woman provides us with a remarkable picture of grace:• A place where she is not welcome (v. 37)• A position where all must see Jesus (v. 36, 38)• A service that is necessary (v. 38, 44)• A gift that is costly (v. 38)• A gesture that is scandalous in its devotion (v.38) B. An Unexpected Parable (v. 39-43)Forgiveness leads to love. The bigger the debt, the more we love the one who rescues us from it. C. An Outrageous Conclusion (v. 44-50)“Your sins are forgiven.” (v. 47, 48)“Your faith has saved you; go in peace.” (v. 50) III. Application | Why do you do what you do?When you are engaged in mission and it feels like it's a duty or obligation, remember• The motivation for mission is God’s forgiveness and redemption.• We too—like both Simon and the woman—are big sinners, who are loved extravagantly by an amazing God.• We