The Forgiven Woman (Luke 7:36-50) — A Sermon by R.C. Sproul

Summary

The sermon focuses on Jesus' interaction with a sinful woman and a Pharisee named Simon from Luke 7:36-50, illustrating the theme of forgiveness and love. Jesus uses a parable about debtors to demonstrate that immense love stems from being greatly forgiven, contrasting the woman's extravagant devotion with the Pharisee's lack of hospitality. The practical takeaway is that true faith leads to profound love and peace, as demonstrated by the woman's actions and Jesus' declaration that her sins are forgiven.