Sorrow of the World Produces Death, but Godly Sorrow Produces Repentance - 2 Corinthians 7:10

Second Corinthians 7:10 says, " godly sorrow produces repentance leading to salvation, not to be regretted; but the sorrow of the world produces death." At different times people defend Judas, minimize his actions, and even claim he was a believer. It always relates to him bringing back the money saying he sinned, and showing sorrow over what he did. The problem is that Scripture discusses two types of sorrow: godly sorrow and worldly sorrow. Godly sorrow produces repentance leading to salvation, while worldly sorrow produces death. Judas committed suicide because he experienced so much sorrow. He shows us how not to deal with sorrow, and what we should do with sorrow instead.

Judas teaches an important lesson:
• Feeling bad about what we’ve done…
• Experiencing sorrow…
• Even feeling bad enough to commit suicide…
Doesn’t mean repentance has taken place. Only godly sorrow leads to repentance

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Sermon Lessons for Worldly Sorrow Produces Death, but Godly Sorrow Produces Repentance - 2 Corinthians 7:10

Lesson 1: ____ __________________________ the consequences of sin (Matt 27:3-4; Jer 2:19).

Lesson 2: ______________ ______ isn’t repentance (2 Cor 7:10).

Lesson 3: Godly sorrow __________ to ____________ (Luke 13:1-3).

Family Worship Guide for Sorrow of the World Produces Death, but Godly Sorrow Produces Repentance - 2 Corinthians 7:10

Memory Verses: 2 Corinthians 7:10

Day 1: Matt 27:3-5, Jer 2:19, Pro 5:22 and discuss: What was the outcome of Judas’ betrayal that caused him remorse? What are some wrong choices you made still hoping for a favorable outcome? Can we ever go back and undo what was done? What does Jeremiah teach regarding the consequences of our sins? How does Proverbs describe the effects of the consequences of sin?

Day 2: 2 Cor 7:10, Matt 27:5, Psa 51:4, and discuss: What is the difference between worldly sorrow and Godly sorrow? Who is the offender most concerned about when he experiences Godly sorrow? Who is the offender most concerned about when he experiences worldly sorrow? What kind of sorrow did Judas display? Why is it important to discern who we are most concerned about being impacted by our sin? How will this help determine what kind of sorrow we are experiencing?

Day 3: Luke 13:1-5, Isa 59:2, Isa 55:7, and discuss: Referencing Luke 13:1-3, how can the events of the pandemic serve as a reminder about our need to repent of sin? What separates us from God? What promise is given to the one who forsakes his sin and turns to God? How should this motivate us to be quick to repent?

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