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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

5. 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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