Passion City Church DC Podcast Jesus & the Sinful Woman
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Aug 5, 2025 Pastor Ben Stuart shares a powerful narrative of forgiveness and love through the encounter of Jesus and a sinful woman, showcasing how true repentance fuels love for Christ. The discussion delves into how grace transforms our identities, likening it to the journey of a rescue dog finding acceptance. Listeners are encouraged to actively engage in faith and community, stressing that a deep understanding of personal sin enhances our appreciation for God's vast grace. This heartfelt exploration inspires radical generosity in service to others.
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Transfixed By A Portrait
- Ben Stuart describes being transfixed by a Michelangelo painting in the Uffizi that felt vividly alive.
- That image frames how he wants listeners to stare into Luke's portrait of God's heart toward the sinful woman.
Hospitality As A Window To The Heart
- Simon the Pharisee intentionally withholds customary hospitality from Jesus to signal judgment.
- His discourteous actions reveal his heart posture more than any words could.
A Bold Entrance Into Condemnation
- A known sinful woman braves the crowd to enter the Pharisee's banquet to get close to Jesus.
- Her arrival is shocking because of her reputation and the setting of respected religious leaders.
