Go And Sin No More

Preached to: High School Students

Speaker: Pastor Amanda Hahn

Pastor Amanda continued the "Go" series by focusing on Jesus’ instruction to "Go and sin no more," drawn from the story of the woman caught in adultery (John 8:1-11). She emphasized that sin separates us from God, but Jesus offers forgiveness and grace, urging us not to continue in our sinful ways. Pastor Amanda related the story to our tendency to judge others while ignoring our own faults and encouraged students to avoid this Pharisee-like behavior. She highlighted the importance of accepting Jesus' forgiveness, understanding the consequences of sin, and surrounding oneself with accountability through small groups. The message concluded with a call to take action, live out faith by doing good, and rely on Jesus’ name for strength in moments of weakness. The sermon encouraged students to turn away from sin and fully embrace the grace offered by Jesus.

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• Dinner Table Discussion Guide

  Discussion Guide 1: Understanding Sin and Its Consequences

  • Scripture Reference: John 8:1-11

  • Discussion Question: Why do you think the Pharisees were so eager to point out the woman’s sin? How do we sometimes behave like the Pharisees in our own lives?

  • Application: Discuss a time when you or someone else was quick to judge someone’s mistake. How can we be more compassionate and forgiving, like Jesus?

  Discussion Guide 2: The Power of Forgiveness

  • Scripture Reference: Ephesians 1:7-8

  • Discussion Question: What does it mean to be forgiven by God? How does it feel to know that God showers us with His grace?

  • Application: Share an example of when you’ve experienced forgiveness from someone. How did it change your relationship with them?

  Discussion Guide 3: Avoiding a Judgmental Attitude

  • Scripture Reference: Romans 3:23

  • Discussion Question: Why is it important to focus on our own actions rather than pointing out the sins of others? What can we learn from Jesus’ response to the Pharisees?

  • Application: How can we create a more supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere in our family, school, or community?

  Discussion Guide 4: The Role of Accountability

  • Scripture Reference: John 8:11

  • Discussion Question: Jesus told the woman, “Go and sin no more.” How can we help each other stay accountable to living a life that honors God?

  • Application: Discuss the importance of having an accountability partner or group. How can you support each other in your faith journey?

  Discussion Guide 5: Embracing God’s Grace

  • Scripture Reference: Ephesians 1:7-8

  • Discussion Question: How does understanding God’s grace help us to forgive ourselves and others? What does it mean to truly accept God’s forgiveness?

  • Application: Encourage each family member to share one area of their life where they need to accept God’s grace and let go of guilt or shame.

• Sermon Outline

  Starter

  • Recap of last week’s message: "Go and do the same" (Good Samaritan).

  • Introduction of tonight’s topic: "Go and sin no more."

  • Light-hearted interactions and personal anecdotes about siblings.

  Message

  • Reading of John 8:1-11 (The woman caught in adultery).

  • Explanation of the three groups in the story: the crowd, the woman, and Jesus.

  • Discussion on sin and its consequences, emphasizing that sin separates us from God.

  Dig Deeper

  • Explanation of stoning in biblical times as a punishment for sin.

  • Discussion on the nature of sin and the importance of understanding its consequences.

  • Introduction to the concept of grace and forgiveness through Jesus.

  • Ephesians 1:7-8 as a reference for God’s kindness and grace.

  Application

  • Importance of avoiding Pharisee-like behavior of judging others.

  • Emphasis on accepting Jesus’ forgiveness and living a transformed life.

  • Three practical steps: Know the consequences, join a small group for accountability, and become a doer of God’s word.

  Conclusion

  • Encouragement to embrace Jesus' grace and turn away from sin.

  • Call to action: rely on Jesus’ name in moments of weakness and stay committed to living a godly life.

  • Closing prayer and assignment of prayer partners for support.

• Scriptures

  • John 8:1-11 - The story of the woman caught in adultery.

  • Romans 3:23 - "For the wages of sin is death."

  • Ephesians 1:7-8 - "He is so rich in kindness and grace that he purchased our freedom with the blood of his Son and forgave our sins. He has showered his kindness on us, along with all wisdom and understanding."