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John 20:23

The disciples were being sent with the authority to proclaim the forgiveness Jesus won on the cross. This is the ministry of the whole church — bringing people into God's forgiveness.

Memory phrase: We can tell people they are forgiven through Jesus.

Talk about it: Why is it important that the disciples could tell people about God's forgiveness?

Prayer: Lord, help me tell people about Your forgiveness. Help me not keep this good news to myself.

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