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THE PICTURE OF FORGIVENESS! TWO GOATS — ONE MESSAGE — A SAVIOR WHO TAKES OUR SINS AWAY! Leviticus 16:6–10, 15–19, 20–22 (KJV) In this powerful Sunday School lesson, we journey back to the Old Testament Day of Atonement, when God instructed the high priest to use two goats to illustrate His provision for dealing with sin. The first goat was sacrificed, and its blood was used in the atonement ceremonies, reminding Israel that sin is serious and that forgiveness requires atonement. The second goat, known as the scapegoat, was sent into the wilderness, symbolically carrying away the sins of the people. Two goats, but one tremendous message: God provides both atonement for sin and the removal of guilt!

Pharaoh, out of pride, asked who the Lord is. The elders, out of discouragement, asked where the Lord is. Moses, in confusion, asked why, Lord.

The sermon explores the theological concept that spiritual growth is often most profound during seasons of trial and suffering, rather than in times of ease. It emphasizes the necessity of cultivating agape love, a selfless and sacrificial affection that mirrors God's nature, by laying aside malice, guile, hypocrisy, envy, and evil speaking. The message encourages believers to view their hardships as essential for deepening their faith, using the metaphor of a bamboo plant developing extensive roots before visible growth. Furthermore, it highlights the critical importance of a daily dependency on the Word of God, likening the believer's need for Scripture to a newborn's need for milk, to ensure continuous spiritual maturity and resilience.

The sermon explores the theological transition from being a servant under the law to becoming an adopted son of God through faith in Christ. It highlights the believer's new identity as an heir with a guaranteed future inheritance, emphasizing that this status is granted by God's timing and grace rather than human effort. The message details the comfort of the Holy Spirit, who bears witness to this sonship, and the profound privilege of being joint heirs with Christ. Through the metaphor of adoption, the text illustrates that God chose believers not because of their worthiness but out of love, offering them a secure place in His family and a share in eternal glory.