Matthew 6:15
Matthew 6:15
But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.
Holding onto grudges hinders our growth, while choosing forgiveness liberates us from the chains of resentment. This principle of mercy is a powerful reminder that our own peace is intertwined with our willingness to forgive others. Each act of forgiveness reflects a commitment to a life of grace, a life that values healing over hurt. By letting go of past wrongs, we free ourselves to live with a heart that is open to love and reconciliation. This choice to forgive strengthens our relationships, creating a foundation of trust and compassion. Embracing this principle is a testament to a heart that seeks harmony, a life that reflects the values of empathy and kindness. This journey of forgiveness is not always easy, but it is a path that leads to a life of peace and fulfillment, a life that inspires others to seek reconciliation and unity.
Proverbs 10:12
Hatred stirreth up strifes: but love covereth all sins.
Luke 6:29
And unto him that smiteth thee on the one cheek offer also the other; and him that taketh away thy cloke forbid not to take thy coat also.
Matthew 18:21
Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times? Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven.
Luke 17:3
If thy brother trespass against thee, rebuke him, and if he repent, forgive him.