New City Church - Nashville

“Forgiveness & Justice: How God Deals with Sin Without Ignoring It (Exodus 34:6–7)”


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What does it mean that God is both forgiving and just? In this message from Exodus 34:6–7, Pastor Trey Hayman unpacks the tension in the phrase "forgiving iniquity, transgression, and sin—but by no means clearing the guilty."

You’ll explore:

Why justice and forgiveness aren’t opposites

How God deals with evil without compromising grace

The biblical depth behind words like sin, rebellion, and iniquity

Why cheap forgiveness isn’t real forgiveness

How Jesus shoulders our guilt to make true restoration possible


Whether you're wrestling with guilt, questioning God's judgment, or seeking peace in a world filled with injustice—this sermon offers clarity and hope. God's justice isn’t about fear; it's about making all things right.

📖 Key Passage: Exodus 34:6–7

💬 Featuring insights from: Miroslav Volf, Desmond Tutu, John Mark Comer, and the Bible Project

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