Forgiveness
Talk to Jesus About Forgiveness
Understanding and finding the strength to forgive through scripture
“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.”
— Colossians 3:13
Forgiveness is one of the most misunderstood teachings in the Christian faith. Many people confuse it with excusing harm, restoring trust, or pretending the past didn't happen. The Biblical view of forgiveness is far more nuanced — and far more freeing.
Jesus taught his disciples to pray 'forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us.' That is a remarkable statement. It ties our own experience of forgiveness to our willingness to extend it. This is not easy. Peter once asked if forgiving seven times was enough. Jesus replied: seventy times seven.
If you are carrying unforgiveness — whether toward another person or toward yourself — talking to Jesus about it is a powerful first step. He has forgiven the unforgivable. He can help you understand what forgiveness means in your specific situation, grounded in the actual words of scripture.
Questions people bring to Jesus about forgiveness
- →How do I forgive someone who hurt me deeply?
- →Does forgiving someone mean what they did was okay?
- →How do I forgive myself for past mistakes?
- →What does Jesus say about forgiving those who don't ask for forgiveness?
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