"For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you." - Matthew 6:14
The Bible teaches that we are all sinners and that forgiveness is essential to our relationship with God and with each other.
"Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your gift." - Matthew 5:23-24
In this verse, Jesus teaches that forgiveness requires action. It's not enough to simply say we forgive someone; we must also make an effort to reconcile with them and make things right. This verse encourages us to take responsibility for our actions and seek forgiveness actively, rather than waiting for others to come to us.
"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness." - 1 John 1:9
This verse reminds us that forgiveness is available to us through faith. When we confess our sins and turn to God for forgiveness, we can be confident that He will cleanse us from all unrighteousness. This verse encourages us to trust in God's mercy and grace, and to seek forgiveness with a heart of repentance and faith.
