FORGIVE OTHERS AS HE FORGAVE US
Matthew 6:12; 14-15 (NIV)
12 And forgive us our debs as we also have forgiven our debtors.
14 For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your Father will also forgive you. 15 But, if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.
Luke 23:34 (NIV)
34 Jesus said, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing." (a) And they divided up his clothes by casting lots.
Who could forgive someone as they are being persecuted and harmed? Christ did. Even as He was being crucified on the cross, he asked for forgiveness of his transgressors. Our God who is almighty is also merciful.
We live in a mean world today, how can we possibly forgive all the hurt and harm? Devout prayer and faith that God is just. He is aware of all that is being done around the world today. He is taking note and His promises are based on His Word. Check out Psalms 27 and 37. We will see God's hand at work - just trust Him. There's strength and empowerment in forgiving.
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