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Forgiveness

The other side of forgiveness

The Other Side of Forgiveness – Genesis 45:24

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As a believer, don’t dwell on your past and how unworthy you might feel. Your past does not define you. You have been forgiven.

if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.

If My People Will Humble Themselves and Pray – 2 Chron. 7:13-14

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When we recognize our sin. repent, pray for forgiveness, and renew our commitment., God will hear us, forgive our sin, and bring healing.

Forgiveness Doesn't Eliminate Consequences

Forgiveness Doesn’t Eliminate Consequences – Numbers 14:20-23

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Forgiveness is always available to us. But that forgiveness does not always eliminate the consequences of our actions.

If a Brother Has Something against You

If a Brother Has Something against You – Matthew 5:23-24

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If a brother or sister in Christ has something against you, whether real or imagined, you should seek reconciliation with them.

Forgiveness for All Who Believe

Forgiveness for All Who Believe – Acts 13:38-39

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Through the blood of Jesus, shed on the cross, forgiveness of sins is available for all who believe and put their trust in him.

unless you forgive

Unless You Forgive – Matthew 18:35

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Forgiveness is hard to do. Especially when we have been hurt, But Jesus is clear that unless we forgive, we will not be forgiven.

reconciliation and forgiveness

Reconciliation and Forgiveness in the Bible

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Reconciliation and forgiveness can be challenging for most of us. So what instruction does the Bible give us concerning these two things.

forgiving others

Forgiving One Who Sins Against Me – Matthew 18:32-33

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As those that have received mercy and forgiveness from God, let us, in turn, show mercy and be willing to forgive the hurts others cause us.

If You Hold Anything Against Anyone – Mark 11:25

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Hurt is inevitable in our lives. How we respond is not. Do not hold anything against one who has hurt you. Forgive them and find peace.

outwitting Satan

Outwitting Satan – 2 Corinthians 2:10-11

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Forgiveness is commanded by Christ. And the lack of forgiveness can become a tool in Satan's hands to hinder our effectiveness.

I will never fall away

I Will Never Fall Away – Matthew 26:33

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How often do we affirm that we will never fall away, followed by failure? I am so thankful that Jesus is always ready to restore us.

forgiving those who hurt you

Forgiving Those Who Hurt You – Matthew 6:14-15

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Do you struggle with forgiving those who hurt you? Jesus tells us it is necessary if we want God's forgiveness. And, it brings healing to us.

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