Forgiveness

By: Pastora Yolanda Cruz

These principles emphasize forgiving as Christ forgave, finding personal freedom, and honoring God through forgiveness.

Forgive Others as God Forgives You

Forgiveness reflects God’s mercy towards us. We are called to forgive others because God forgave us through Christ.

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

“For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your Heavenly Father will also forgive you.” – Matthew 6:14

Forgiveness Leads to Freedom and Healing

Unforgiveness traps us in bitterness, but forgiveness brings freedom and healing for both the forgiver and the forgiven.

“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

“But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive you your sins.” – Matthew 6:15

Forgiveness Demonstrates Love and Obedience to God

Forgiveness is an act of love and obedience to God, aligning with His command to love others and show His grace.

“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers a multitude of sins.” – 1 Peter 4:8

“Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone.” – Romans 12:17

Series: In Him

It is very important that we reflect our Lord and savior Jesus Christ. All though we fall short of the glory because of our human nature. We cannot use it as an excuse to live a lifestyle of sin. John 17:14-15 says, “I have given them your word, and the world has hated them because they are not of the world, just as I am not of the world. I do not ask that you take them out of the world, but that you keep them from the evil one.”

1. Jesus has given us the word.

He gave us the word that we should live by it.