In this episode, Father Genard delves into the diverse interpretations of forgiveness of sins prevalent today, influenced by the multitude of Christian denominations worldwide. Despite this disparity, Orthodox and Catholic traditions share a unified understanding on the forgiveness of sins, attributing this authority ultimately to God alone. This concept is exemplified in Mark 2:7, where Jesus, imbued with divine authority, forgives sins, a prerogative traditionally reserved for God the Father. Father Genard emphasizes that Jesus, though distinct from the Father in person, shares the same divine essence, possessing omnipotence and omniscience. Reflecting on John 20:23, Father Genard highlights Jesus' commission to his disciples to continue his ministry of forgiveness through the Church. He underscores the sacramental role of the priesthood in absolving sins, grounded in scriptural passages such as James 5:16. Father Genard concludes with a call for repentance and confession as integral to receiving God's forgiveness, emphasizing humility and the sacramental guidance of the Church in this spiritual journey.

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