Don W Posted February 3, 2008 Report Share Posted February 3, 2008 All of us are required to ask those we have sinned against them for their forgiveness, as well as to forgive others of their sins against us, and then to repent of these sins; and to do it quickly, don’t put these things off until another time as we don’t know when Christ will come again to judge the heavens and the earth. This “settling” is with those who we’ve wronged or those who have wronged us; and means to try and be reconciled with them and with the Lord. There are many reasons for us to settle with them, including the restoration of fellowship with them and our God our heavenly Father; because we don’t know when Christ will come to judge all of us; and that the penalty for our sins is not “so harsh” as on Judgment Day, meaning that now Christ has forgiven our every sin so we are entirely forgiven now as well as on Judgment Day. Praise the Lord for this truth!!!! Amen! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jabarke Posted February 3, 2008 Report Share Posted February 3, 2008 I believe Jesus was also alluding to the debt of sin we owe in this passage. We need to reconcile this debt before we get to the judgment day when we will be thrown into debtor's prison (hell) if we have not settled our debt before hand by accepting the gift of Jesus willing to pay off that dept for us. He is saying He has already worked out the payoff (Jesus's death & resurrection) but we have to accept the deal before we get to court (final judgement). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sisterlily Posted February 4, 2008 Report Share Posted February 4, 2008 Greetings, Jesus wants us to settle our disagreements face to face as children of God, not wasting time or money unnecessarily. and as people who can forgive as easily as we are forgiven. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lunga Posted February 6, 2008 Report Share Posted February 6, 2008 Q4. (Matthew 5:25-26) What is the point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court? Who are we supposed to settle with, according to this parable? What does "settling" entail? What are the reasons that we should settle? The point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court is because you might lose and endup in jail. Where things will not be easy. And if you settle things out fo court life will easier and enjoyable. According to this parable we are to settle with those whom we've wronged. Settling entails peace. We should settle to glorify our God. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emmaus Posted February 7, 2008 Report Share Posted February 7, 2008 The parable is telling us to settle or come to an agreement with our accuser before we get to court because when we get there we'll not only pay back every penny but be thrown into prison. God wants us to live in peace as much as we can and not make things any harder on ourselves and others than they have to be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DZION Posted February 9, 2008 Report Share Posted February 9, 2008 Q4. (Matthew 5:25-26) What is the point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court? Who are we supposed to settle with, according to this parable? What does "settling" entail? What are the reasons that we should settle? The point of settleing out of court is so you will not go before the judge and be put in prison. You will not have your family and friends against you. Settling entails paying back what is owed, making things right. We need to do this so we do not go before the judge GOD carrying our sins. God's judgement is harsher than mans and we need to rectify ourselves to avoid this judgement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brendamay Posted February 10, 2008 Report Share Posted February 10, 2008 Jesus is Telling us to settle out of court, because he Loves us all, If we do as he tells us, and we settle out of court, We will not have to go to jail, and spend a long time there. As it would then be too late then we would find it difficult to pay the last penny. We should always pay our way, then we wouldn't be faced with these concequences. also we should be just and fair with all our fellowmen at all times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meandean Posted February 10, 2008 Report Share Posted February 10, 2008 Q4. (Matthew 5:25-26) What is the point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court? Who are we supposed to settle with, according to this parable? What does "settling" entail? What are the reasons that we should settle? i think jesus was saying if you dwell on it, it will just get bigger and uglier.be quick to apologize and forgive. don't make a mountain out of a mole hill. it is the very root of bitterness that will ruin us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swordwoman Posted February 16, 2008 Report Share Posted February 16, 2008 Q4. (Matthew 5:25-26) What is the point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court? Who are we supposed to settle with, according to this parable? What does "settling" entail? What are the reasons that we should settle? I believe the point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court is to be reconciled and hold offense against no one . We are to "settle up" with anyone we hold offense with...settling entails truthful exchange...and we are to settle so no bitter root is allowed to form. How free do you want to be? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linda bass Posted February 16, 2008 Report Share Posted February 16, 2008 The point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court is we need to settle our debts quickly while we still have the chance to bargain with our accuser. According to this parable we are supposed to settle with our adversary before we go to court. "Settling" entails reconciling quickly with those we have wronged rather than putting it off. The reasons we should settle is, if we wait for God to settle the matter at His bar of justice, a harsher punishment will result. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig Posted February 19, 2008 Report Share Posted February 19, 2008 Q4. (Matthew 5:25-26) What is the point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court? Who are we supposed to settle with, according to this parable? What does "settling" entail? What are the reasons that we should settle? Settle out of court because if the the judge gets involved the punishment could a harsh judgement/punishment. According to this parable we are to settle with those we are in debt to or have wronged. Settling entails making restitution or reconciliation or amends to someone we have wronged in some way. The reasons we should settle is that it is the right thing to do and that if God gets involved the result can be harsh punishment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddiewayne Posted February 22, 2008 Report Share Posted February 22, 2008 Q 4A (Matthew 5: 25,26) What is the point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court? To reconcile so we may be forgiven. To be able to get our heart right with God. Q 4B Who are we supposed to settle with according to this parable? We are to settle with the one we have wronged. Q 4C What does "settling" entail? Doing what ever it takes to make things right with man and with God. Q 4D What are the reason that we should settle? To make our heart right with God. to ask forgiveness now, not ot wait and have to stand before God with unforgiven sins. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddiewayne Posted February 23, 2008 Report Share Posted February 23, 2008 Q 4A (matthew 5: 25,26) What is the point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court? To reconcile so that we may be forgiven. Don't wait to face God with unforgiven sin. Q 4B Who are we supposed to settle with according to this parable? We are to settle with the one we wronged. Ask forgiveness of that person and ask forgiveness from God. Q 4C What does "settling" entail? Doing what ever it takes to make things right. Q 4D What are the reasons that we should settle? To make our hearts right with God. To ask for forgiveness now, not to wait and have to stand before God with unforgiven sins. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dana 527 Posted March 11, 2008 Report Share Posted March 11, 2008 Q4. (Matthew 5:25-26) What is the point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court? Who are we supposed to settle with, according to this parable? What does "settling" entail? What are the reasons that we should settle? It's better to settle disagreements and hurts with others now instead of waiting until we stand before God with unresolved sin in our hearts. We are supposed to settle with the one we've offended by asking for forgiveness and offering reconciliation. The longer we wait to repair damage we've done to someone else, the more we and the other person are hurt, and the more the distance grows between us and God. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolyn bedsaul Posted March 13, 2008 Report Share Posted March 13, 2008 Q4. (Matthew 5:25-26) What is the point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court? Who are we supposed to settle with, according to this parable? What does "settling" entail? What are the reasons that we should settle? We are to settle out of court because it could bring more harm to the situtation. Whether it is our fault or not, ask forgiveness and bring peace to be reconciled with our brothers and sisters. (2) We are suppose to settle with the one that we have fault with. (3) Settling means coming together in agreement, putting all differences aside, and restoring the friendship and love on both sides. (4) We should settle because we cannot be at peace with ourselves or God. We cannot worship with a true heart if we have something against someone. We have to make things right before we face God. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelOnLine Posted March 16, 2008 Report Share Posted March 16, 2008 Q4. (Matthew 5:25-26) What is the point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court? We should settle our differences with one another before they excalate into something more serious. Who are we supposed to settle with, according to this parable? The one whom we have wronged, or has wronged us. What does "settling" entail? Going to someone and asking them to forgive us for a wrong we have done to them, or forgiving one who has wronged you. What are the reasons that we should settle? We should settle our differences quickly among ourselves before we find ourselves standing before the Throne of God, facing His judgment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChildofGod Posted March 31, 2008 Report Share Posted March 31, 2008 Q4. (Matthew 5:25-26) What is the point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court? Who are we supposed to settle with, according to this parable? What does "settling" entail? What are the reasons that we should settle? I beleive that the main point of settling out of court is that you and your brother come to an agreement. This would reduce resentments and ill feelings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina Posted April 1, 2008 Report Share Posted April 1, 2008 Q4. (Matthew 5:25-26) What is the point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court? Who are we supposed to settle with, according to this parable? What does "settling" entail? What are the reasons that we should settle? Settling out of court in this parable means that we should settle any outstanding debt so that we are not accountable to anyone for anything loaned. Today, it refers more to sin that has not been settled with Jesus, in other words, we owe Jesus our repentance because the debt He paid for us remains outstanding otherwise. We should settle with people we have wronged or those who have wronged us. In today's terms as well, we should settle with God and leave our sin at the cross and be reconciled to Him. Settling means reconciliation - wiping out the old slate and starting a new one with no debt or sin outstanding. We should settle for financial reasons because we could land up in a small claims court and we should settle with God so that we have no unconfessed sin in our lives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJJ Posted April 7, 2008 Report Share Posted April 7, 2008 Q4. (Matthew 5:25-26) What is the point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court? Who are we supposed to settle with, according to this parable? What does "settling" entail? What are the reasons that we should settle? In this mini-parable, Jesus is saying, settle quickly, before you get to court. Settle quickly or you'll be stuck for every last cent that is due. Jesus is teaching his hearers to reconcile quickly with those they have wronged and not to put it off. The implication is that if they wait for God to settle the matter at his bar of justice, that judgment will exacting and harsh punishment. Jesus' mini-parable is only a thinly-veiled picture of us having to stand before God for every one of our sins unless we repent now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jewell Posted April 11, 2008 Report Share Posted April 11, 2008 The point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court is to instill in us that we should settle things quickly, not give it time to fester or make the situation worse. This parable refers to payment of a debt, however I think it could also include disagreements that come between people. We need to settle so that our heart stays open and pure and our focus remains on God, not ourselves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iam4-1god Posted April 16, 2008 Report Share Posted April 16, 2008 Q4. (Matthew 5:25-26) What is the point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court? Who are we supposed to settle with, according to this parable? What does "settling" entail? What are the reasons that we should settle? I think the point of this short parable is, we are children of God. As such, we are suppose to exhibit love and compassion. So, when we wrong someone, or owe them something, then the right thing to do is pay what we owe, or make amends when we hurt someone. It's not right to harbor ill will, or jealousy, or anger. We need to check our emotions and do the right thing. Even if the person is an enemy, we should do the right thing. We can not be salt or light if we are angry, or jealous, or bitter. Nor does it look very "Christian" for a child of God to be in a court of law. Therefore, if we settle it quickly and quietly, then our testimony will not be hurt, and Jesus' name will not be stained. So if we owe money, pay it. If we damage property, replace it. I know people who rack up doctor bills, and then have to be summoned to court for payment. This is not right. Bankrupcy is not right. I know some people can't help it for loss of job, or injury, but to file just to get out of paying is wrong. Jesus wants us to honor our word, 'cause He honored His Word. He wants no less of us. And when we don't keep our word, this makes us to be liars, and it makes Jesus out to look fake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sahala p.s. Posted April 21, 2008 Report Share Posted April 21, 2008 Q4. (Matthew 5:25-26) What is the point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court? Who are we supposed to settle with, according to this parable? What does "settling" entail? What are the reasons that we should settle? The point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court is that we must reconcile quickly with those we have wronged and not to put off According to this parable we are supposed to settle with our adversary who is taking us to court because we owe him a debt of some kind. "Settling" entails reconcialiaton of disputes with other people that we have wronged The reasons that we should settle are first, we may not be handed to the judge and then we may not be thrown into prison and won Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commissioned Posted April 27, 2008 Report Share Posted April 27, 2008 Q4. (Matthew 5:25-26) What is the point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court? Who are we supposed to settle with, according to this parable? What does "settling" entail? What are the reasons that we should settle? In Jesus' parable of settling out of court, He is saying that reconciliation should be done quickly before God has to settle the matter. If God settles the matter at his bar of justice, that judgment will be exacting and harsh punishment. According to the parable, we are to settle with those we have offended. "Settling" in this parable means to obtain the offended one's forgiveness, to be reconciled with them. This we do before is becomes a burden on our family and friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commissioned Posted April 27, 2008 Report Share Posted April 27, 2008 Q4. (Matthew 5:25-26) What is the point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court? Who are we supposed to settle with, according to this parable? What does "settling" entail? What are the reasons that we should settle? In Jesus' parable of settling out of court, He is saying that reconciliation should be done quickly before God has to settle the matter. If God settles the matter at his bar of justice, that judgment will be exacting and harsh punishment. According to the parable, we are to settle with those we have offended. "Settling" in this parable means to obtain the offended one's forgiveness, to be reconciled with them. This we do before is becomes a burden on our family and friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mephibesheth Posted June 4, 2008 Report Share Posted June 4, 2008 Q4. (Matthew 5:25-26) What is the point of Jesus' parable of settling out of court? Who are we supposed to settle with, according to this parable? What does "settling" entail? What are the reasons that we should settle? I think this parable is primarily about the forgiveness we obtain from Christ. When we sin, we are guilty and in debt to God. If we confess our sin to Christ, He is faithful and just to forgive us and purify us from all unrighteousness such that we no longer walk in sin or debt. If we insist on justifying ourselves in court, however, we reject forgiveness and purification and, consequently, walk in both sin and debt which we ourselves have not the value to cover. Christ forgave us all our sins because he loves us. He requires (and frees us to do) only one thing: love eachother. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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