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Session 15
The Ungrateful Beggar
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Opening Prayer
Take a moment to acknowledge God's ongoing work in your life, especially the ways he continues to deepen your relationship with him. Invite his guidance as you prepare to explore today's powerful truths. This session will reveal Jesus's heart of compassion, illuminate the true meaning of the Sabbath, expose how religious pretense can distance us from God, and deliver a sobering warning about the consequences of rejecting Jesus.
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Bible Reading

John 5:1-18

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Commentary
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Meditation Questions
What comfort does it give you that Jesus suffered like we do?
Do you truly grasp the destructive power of sin? Could you solve this problem on your own?
Was starting this course an accident or was God reaching out to you?
What do you think God thinks when we try to earn our salvation, when he offers it as a free gift?
Are you grateful to God for all he has done for you, especially considering the cost?
What are the consequences for ignoring God's warnings?
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Closing Prayer
Express your gratitude to God for his boundless compassion and for the privilege of hearing his offer of salvation. Pray for protection from the snares of false religion and self-righteousness. Ask him to help you receive his warnings with a humble heart and to cultivate genuine gratitude for all he has done.
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Further Study
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