09/22/2025
Here are three aspects of Jesus's teachings on forgiveness✝️💟
Unlimited Forgiveness✝️💟When Peter asked if he should forgive his brother seven times, Jesus responded with "seventy times seven," or 490 times. This was a symbolic way of saying that forgiveness has no limit and should be extended endlessly.
Conditional Forgiveness✝️💟Jesus taught that the extent to which people forgive others directly impacts whether God will forgive them. He stated in Matthew 6:14-15, "If you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses".
Loving Enemies✝️💟Jesus's command to "Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you" (Matthew 5:44) offers a framework for one-sided forgiveness. Rather than retaliating against an enemy, Christians are called to respond with blessings and goodwill, showing compassion and choosing not to be the punisher.
These teachings highlight that forgiveness is not just a matter of feeling but an active choice that brings spiritual benefits to the one who forgives, enabling God's grace to work in their lives.
✝️💟THANK YOU JESUS💟✝️
