Section 6
(Luke 7:11-17) are found only in this Gospel. This shows the Savior's tender care for the dead and sinful, and it conveys the principle of moral ity as the unique characteristic of this Gospel.
Verse 49 says, "And those who were reclining at the table with Him began to say among them selves, Who is this who even forgives sins?" Simon did not realize that this Man-Savior was the very God, the One who has authority to for give man's sin. The Man-Savior was the incar nation of the forgiving God.
In verse 50 we have the conclusion of this incident: "But He said to the woman, Your faith has saved you; go in peace." The forgiven woman had not only love toward the Lord but faith in Him, a faith that operated through love (Gal. 5:6) and issued in peace. The faith which saved her brought her to the Savior in love and resulted in her going forward in peace.
FAITH, LOVE, AND PEACE
Faith, love, and peace are three crucial virtues in experiencing and enjoying the Savior's salva tion. Faith is brought forth by knowing the Sav ior in His saving power and virtue. Love comes out of this faith and issues in peace to follow the Savior.