The Power Of Forgiveness
Author: Pat Aman
September 1999/rev.2024

Matthew 18:22 Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.

Peter has asked Jesus a question about forgiving someone who sins against you. According to the laws of Judaism, they required you to forgive the same person three times for the same offense. Peter, perhaps thinking he is being generous, asks Jesus if he should forgive someone who sins against him up to seven times. Jesus says no. Instead, you must be prepared for effectively unlimited forgiveness.”

Ephesians 4:31-32 Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”

Colossians 3:13 “Bearing with one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive.”

I know you might be thinking, “Pat”, you do not understand my situation, I was wounded by someone who I trusted.”

I will say, we all have been there! Look at Judas who betrayed Jesus with a kiss.

I know personally that sometimes forgiving someone is easy, and other times it is not. I have walked in those shoes.

Do we have to forgive?

How many times should we forgive? Do we forgive everyone?

What about forgiving someone who isn’t sorry?

Or worse, what about adultery, rape, murder and abuse?

How do we forgive that?

Because forgiveness is a sign of Father God’s love and mercy. It is also a sign of our human ability to change, heal and grow.

When we forgive, we are choosing to let go of yokes of anger and resentment. Sometimes, forgiveness is not easy, but it is always worth it.

Forgiveness can lead to healing and reconciliation.

It can also help us to become better people.

But, we must remember, forgiveness doesn’t always mean reconciliation.

Father God’s Holy Road Map, the Bible teaches us that forgiveness is a gift from God. It is an act of His grace. Forgiveness is also an act of our own will. We can choose to forgive, even when it is hard.

Forgiveness shows we are strong and brave. It takes courage to forgive. But it is always worth it.

Forgiveness is powerful because it frees us from pain and bitterness.

It is more about our relationship with Father God than the other person.

Father God forgave us, and He expects us to extend that same grace to others.

When you forgive a person, you are telling and showing others that your relationship with Father God is more important than holding onto yokes of the bondage of grudges.

Forgiveness is powerful because it is a beautiful reminder of Father God’s forgiveness He give us.

Let’s remember that healthy boundaries are always needed. The Bible is also clear on how we are to not associate with evil people.

We must always set healthy boundaries as you link arms with Father God to forgive. are called to practice patience and forgiveness in our relationships, mirroring the unconditional forgiveness offered to us by Father God through Jesus Christ. By extending forgiveness to others, we embody the love and grace of Christ in our daily lives.

Devotion Written By: Pastor Pat Aman Book © 1996/2024 “Coffee With Pat Daily Devotionals” “Coffee With A Little Spice Of Life” and Westbow Press a division of © Thomas Nelson and Library of Congress Control Number: 2018910976.