Therefore I tell you, her sins, which are many, are forgiven—for she loved much. But he who is forgiven little, loves little.” And he said to her, “Your sins are forgiven.” Then those who were at table with him began to say among themselves, “Who is this, who even forgives sins?” And he said to the woman, “Your faith has saved you; go in peace.” (Luke 7:47-50 ESV)
The Bible is full of truths, but some of them are stated not once or twice, but three times. Such is the case here: Jesus forgives sins. It is a truth that astounds those sitting around the table, and it must have thrilled the heart of this woman to hear Jesus say" Your sins are forgiven." But it is to Simon that Jesus first announces her forgiveness, which is in essence a statement that "Her sins are forgiven, but your sins... The joys of; being forgiven, the jerk of not.
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