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Main Text: Luke 17:3-4 (ESV) I. Offenses Happen (Lk. 17:1; Rom. 3:23) II. Don’t Hide the Offense (Lk. 17:3; Hebrews 12:15; 2Sam. 12:13) III. Repentance Leads to Forgiveness (Lk. 17:3; Mark 11:25; Luke 23:34; 1Cor. 13:4-5) IV. God Fulfills His Will Through Forgiveness (Lk. 17:4; Isaiah 43:25; Matt. 5:44)

Being offended has become a virtue in our society. What does the Bible have to say about personal offense? Key verse: Prov 19:11 1. Slow down Psa 86:15, James 1:19, Eph 4:26 2. Let it roll off your back Gal 5:22-23

 Title: You’re not the boss of me!There is something inside us that doesn’t like being told what to do and wants to rebel against authority. How does this effect our level of teachability? Quiz (scale of 1-5)1. When someone tells me I did something wrong, I feel the need to defend myself relentlessly.2. I’ve had a problem with substance abuse3. My friends tell me I have very bad road rage4. The term ‘constructive criticism’ makes no sense to me. 5. I microwave popcorn for lunch at work on purpose, just so it will stink up the kitchen for everyone else who has to use it.6. I desperately need to win every argument – whether it’s with my spouse or my boss.7. I’m no stranger to a bar brawl; those jerks were asking for trouble.8. It doesn’t take much to make me angry. Small things can set me off.9. I’ve been sanctioned by human resources for violating company policies.10. When someone double-crosses me, revenge is the only answer.11. I feel like no one likes me. 12. Office rules are unfair and

 Lessons Learned as a FatherIntroduction:Proverbs 1:5 1. Learn from Your Mistakes (Prov. 26:11-12; 1 Cor. 10:11-12; 2Peter 2:20-22)2. It's OK to ask for Help (Psalms 121:1-2; Gal. 6:2; 2 Chronicles 10:6-11)3. Be Open to Learn New Ideas (Proverbs 1:5; Prov. 9:9; Luke 2:52)Conclusion: (I would like this poem shared on the screen)Strength of a MountainGod took the strength of a mountain,The majesty of a tree,The warmth of a summer sun,The calm of a quiet sea,The generous soul of nature,The comforting arm of night,The wisdom of the ages,The power of the eagle's flight,The joy of a morning in spring,The faith of a mustard seed,The patience of eternity,The depth of a family need,Then God combined these qualities,When there was nothing more to add,He knew His masterpiece was complete,And so, He called it ... Dad- Author Unknown

Title: PrideThe biggest roadblock to “Becoming Teachable” is Pride. We will look at 7 signs of Pride found in Proverbs.Opening: James 4:61. Hates correction: Prov 12:12. Ignores instruction: Prov 13:183. Claims to be wise: Prov 26:124. Pats their own back: Prov 27:25. Won’t admit when wrong : Prov 28:136. Stubborness: Prov 29:17. Blind to their own issues: Prov 30:12-13