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Have you ever wondered if another person has truly forgiven you? It’s a question that lingers in the depths of our hearts, causing uncertainty and doubt. But here’s the beautiful truth: when we confess our sins to God, He is faithful to forgive us. His forgiveness knows no bounds or limitations. We may never know with absolute certainty if someone else will grant us their forgiveness because people are only human with their own complex emotions and experiences. However, communication plays a vital role in seeking forgiveness from others. The offender must humbly admit their wrongs and ask for forgiveness sincerely, while it is equally important for the victim to open their heart and accept the apology offered.

It says in Matthew 6:15, there is a powerful scripture that reminds us of the necessity of forgiveness – “But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.” These words echo with profound truth; they remind us that harboring resentment or refusing to release others from their wrongdoings can hinder our own pardon from God. Words alone cannot express true remorse; it is through actions that genuine repentance manifests itself. So when we find ourselves in a position where we have hurt someone deeply, all we can do is earnestly seek forgiveness in humility and sincerity, hoping against hope that it will be granted to us. Yet sometimes people possess hardened hearts; they choose not to offer absolution despite our sincerest pleas for reconciliation. In these moments of disappointment and despair, remember this: If we tried to ask for forgiveness for our part in a situation, and the other person refuses to forgive us, the only real forgiveness is from God since you have taken it to God in prayer and have asked for forgiveness. Keep in mind that the devil will want you to have you think that you are not forgiven when you ask God for forgiveness. Do not allow your feelings to interfere with the knowledge and fact that when God has forgiven you, you are forgiven without a doubt in your mind or heart. ~ Bill Greguska

1 John 1:9  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 Tells Us God Forgives Us When We Confess Our Sins!  

 

 

Learn How You Can Be A Forgiven Christian: 

  1. Admit you are a sinner in need of God’s grace.
  2. Believe that Jesus Christ died for you and all your past, present, and future sins.
  3. Confess with your mouth that Jesus Christ is your Lord and Savior.
  4. Do as the Bible teaches to your best ability, and practice your faith in everyday life.
Christians are human, and we do sin. Christians are not sinless, but since they have committed our lives to God, we are prone to sin less. 

Will God Forgive You? I Know He Has Forgiven Me!

 

Forgiveness And Eternal Life Are Both Free!

Forgiveness is to cancel a debt someone owes you! Have you been forgiven the last time you offended someone? We can do nothing to earn forgiveness except confess it to God and the other person. You might never know that person has forgiven you, but admitting to God removes the doubt.

You Can Be Forgiven If You Confess Your Sins To God!

Some Specific Scriptures To Encourage You:

Ephesians 4:32 ESV 

Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.

Mark 11:25 ESV

And whenever you stand praying, forgive, if you have anything against anyone, so that your Father also who is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses.”

1 John 1:9 ESV 

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

Matthew 6:15 ESV 

But if you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

Matthew 18:21-22 ESV 

Then Peter came up and said to him, “Lord, how often will my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? As many as seven times?” Jesus said to him, “I do not say to you seven times, but seventy-seven times.

Matthew 6:14-15 ESV 

For 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.

Luke 6:37 ESV 

“Judge not, and you will not be judged; condemn not, and you will not be condemned; forgive, and you will be forgiven;

Colossians 3:13 ESV 

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.

James 5:16 ESV 

Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working.

Luke 6:27 ESV 

“But I say to you who hear, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you,

Proverbs 10:12 ESV 

Hatred stirs up strife, but love covers all offenses.

Ephesians 1:7 ESV 

In him, we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace,

Matthew 6:12 ESV 

And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.

 

 

 

 

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