Understanding the Biblical Teachings on Forgiveness
Exploring the significance of forgiveness from a Biblical perspective, this content delves into lessons on forgiveness as taught in the Bible, including the parable of the Unforgiving Servant, the Model Prayer, the Lesson of the Withered Fig Tree, and the Parable of the Good Samaritan. Emphasizing the importance of forgiveness, the content reflects on how and why forgiveness is essential, drawing insights from scriptures in Matthew, Mark, and Luke.
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Forgiveness as the Bible Teaches
The Importance of Forgiveness How do we Forgive? Why do we Forgive? The Importance of Forgiveness and Compassion The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant Matthew 18:21-35
The Importance of Forgiveness How do we Forgive? Why do we Forgive? The Importance of Forgiveness and Compassion The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant Matthew 18:21-35 The Model Prayer Matthew 6:5-15
The Importance of Forgiveness How do we Forgive? Why do we Forgive? The Importance of Forgiveness and Compassion The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant Matthew 18:21-35 The Model Prayer Matthew 6:5-15 The Lesson of the Withered Fig Tree Mark 11:12-14, 20-26
The Importance of Forgiveness How do we Forgive? Why do we Forgive? The Importance of Forgiveness and Compassion The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant Matthew 18:21-35 The Model Prayer Matthew 6:5-15 The Lesson of the Withered Fig Tree Mark 11:12-14, 20-26 The Parable of the Good Samaritan Luke 10:25-37
The Importance of Forgiveness Why do we Forgive? How are we taught How are we taught to Forgive??? to Forgive???
The Importance of Forgiveness How do we Forgive? Why do we Forgive? Generously Matthew 18:21-22 21Then Peter came to Him and said, Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? Up to seven times? 22 Jesus said to him, I do not say to you, up to seven times, but up to seventy times seven. (NKJV)
The Importance of Forgiveness How do we Forgive? Why do we Forgive? Generously Matthew 18:21-22 Luke 17:3-4 3 Take heed to yourselves. If your brother sins against you, rebuke him; and if he repents, forgive him. 4And if he sins against you seven times in a day, and seven times in a day returns to you saying, I repent, you shall forgive him. (NKJV)
The Importance of Forgiveness How do we Forgive? Why do we Forgive? Generously(Matt. 18:21-22; Luke 17:3-4) With Compassion and Empathy Matthew 18:27,33 27 Then the master of that servant was moved with compassion, released him, and forgave him the debt. 33 Should you not also have compassion on your fellow servant, just as I had pity on you? (NKJV)
The Importance of Forgiveness How do we Forgive? Why do we Forgive? Generously(Matt. 18:21-22; Luke 17:3-4) With Compassion and Empathy Matthew 18:27,33 Luke 10:36-37 36 So which of these three do you think was neighbor to him who fell among the thieves? 37 And he said, He who showed mercy on him. Then Jesus said to him, Go and do likewise. (NKJV)
The Importance of Forgiveness How do we Forgive? Why do we Forgive? Generously(Matt. 18:21-22; Luke 17:3-4) With Compassion and Empathy Matthew 18:27,33 ; Luke 10:36-37 I Peter 3:8 8 Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous. (NKJV)
The Importance of Forgiveness How do we Forgive? Why do we Forgive? Generously(Matt. 18:21-22; Luke 17:3-4) With Compassion and Empathy Matthew 18:27,33 ; Luke 10:36-37; I Peter 3:8 Hebrews 5:2 2 He can have compassion on those who are ignorant and going astray, since he himself is also subject to weakness. (NKJV)
The Importance of Forgiveness How do we Forgive? Why do we Forgive? Generously(Matt. 18:21-22; Luke 17:3-4) Compassionately (Matthew 18:27,33; Luke 10:36-37; I Peter 3:8; Hebrews 5:2) Completely Micah 7:19 subdue our iniquities. You will cast all our sins Into the depths of the sea. (NKJV) 19 He will again have compassion on us, And will
The Importance of Forgiveness How do we Forgive? Why do we Forgive? Generously(Matt. 18:21-22; Luke 17:3-4) Compassionately (Matthew 18:27,33; Luke 10:36-37; I Peter 3:8; Hebrews 5:2) Completely Micah 7:19 Psalm 103:12 12As far as the east is from the west, So far has He removed our transgressions from us. (NKJV)
The Importance of Forgiveness How do we Forgive? Why do we Forgive? Generously(Matt. 18:21-22; Luke 17:3-4) Compassionately (Matthew 18:27,33; Luke 10:36-37; I Peter 3:8; Hebrews 5:2) Completely (Micah 7:19; Psalm 103:12) With Reaffirming Love II Corinthians 2:7-8 7 you ought rather to forgive and comfort him, lest perhaps such a one be swallowed up with too much sorrow. 8 Therefore I urge you to reaffirm your love to him. (NKJV)
The Importance of Forgiveness How do we Forgive? Why do we Forgive? Generously(Matt. 18:21-22; Luke 17:3-4) Compassionately (Matthew 18:27,33; Luke 10:36-37; I Peter 3:8; Hebrews 5:2) Completely (Micah 7:19; Psalm 103:12) With Reaffirming Love (II Corinthians 2:7-8) From the Heart Matthew 18:34-35 34 And his master was angry, and delivered him to the torturers until he should pay all that was due him. 35 So my heavenly Father also will do to you if each of you, from his heart, does not forgive his brother his trespasses. (NKJV)
The Importance of Forgiveness How do we Forgive? Why do we Forgive? Generously(Matt. 18:21-22; Luke 17:3-4) Compassionately (Matthew 18:27,33; Luke 10:36-37; I Peter 3:8; Hebrews 5:2) Completely (Micah 7:19; Psalm 103:12) With Reaffirming Love (II Corinthians 2:7-8) From the Heart (Matthew 18:34-35) The only way we can forgive properly is by following these examples set forth for us.
The Importance of Forgiveness How do we Forgive? Why do we have Why do we have to Forgive??? to Forgive???
The Importance of Forgiveness We are Commanded to Forgive Colossians 3:12-13 12 Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering; 13 bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has a complaint against another; even as Christ forgave you, so you also must do. (NKJV) How do we Forgive? Why do we Forgive?
The Importance of Forgiveness We are Commanded to Forgive (Colossians 3:12-13) How do we Forgive? Why do we Forgive? In Order to be Forgiven Luke 6:37 37 Judge not, and you shall not be judged. Condemn not, and you shall not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. (NKJV)
The Importance of Forgiveness We are Commanded to Forgive (Colossians 3:12-13) How do we Forgive? Why do we Forgive? In Order to be Forgiven Luke 6:37 Matthew 6:14-15 14 For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. 15 But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses. (NKJV)
The Importance of Forgiveness We are Commanded to Forgive (Colossians 3:12-13) How do we Forgive? Why do we Forgive? In Order to be Forgiven Luke 6:37; Matthew 6:14-15 Mark 11:25-26 25 And whenever you stand praying, if you have anything against anyone, forgive him, that your Father in heaven may also forgive your trespasses. 26 But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father in heaven forgive your trespasses. (NKJV)
Forgiveness IS Forgiveness IS NOT Forgiveness IS Forgiveness IS NOT Loving Compassionate Tender-Hearted Empathetic Selfless Trusting Limitless ESSENTIAL Mean Indifferent Begrudging Opposing Self-Serving Short-Lived Limited A CHOICE!!!
