Find Freedom in Forgiving Others

Forgiveness can be so hard to do but once we look at the Scriptures it can become a lot easier. With the help of the Holy Spirit, Prayer and support we can find freedom in forgiving others.

But why should we forgive and how do we do it??

The Bible tells us why we should forgive and how we can do it.

Because God forgives us, we can forgive others.

24 Bible Verses to help you forgive others

Psalm 103:10-12

“He does not treat us as our sins deserve or repay us according to our iniquities. For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is His love for those who fear Him; as far as the east is from the west, so far has He removed our transgressions from us.”

Ephesians 1:7

“In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace.”

Hebrews 10:17-18

“Then He adds: “Their sins and lawless acts I will remember no more.” And where these have been forgiven, sacrifice for sin is no longer necessary.”

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.”

It is an act of obedience.

Matthew 6:14

“For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.”

Luke 17:3-4

“So watch yourselves. “If your brother or sister sins against you, rebuke them; and if they repent, forgive them. Even if they sin against you seven times in a day and seven times come back to you saying ‘I repent,’ you must forgive them.”

Ephesians 4:32

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

Colossians 3:13

“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.”

It allows God to work in our lives.

Genesis 50:20

“You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.”

Deuteronomy 32:4

“He is the Rock, his works are perfect, and all his ways are just. A faithful God who does no wrong, upright and just is He.”

Romans 8:28-29

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. For those God foreknew He also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters.”

Romans 8:38-39

“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

God will equip you to forgive.

Matthew 19:26

“Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.””

Philippians 1:6

“Being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”

Philippians 4:13

“I can do all this through Christ who gives me strength.”

1 Thessalonians 5:24

“The one who calls you is faithful, and He will do it.”

You can do it God's Way.

Matthew 5:44

“But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you”

Acts 20:35

“In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ ”

Romans 12:17-21

“Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone.If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,”says the Lord.On the contrary: “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.”Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”

1 Corinthians 13:5

“It [love] does not dishonor others, it [love] is not self-seeking, it [love] is not easily angered, it [love] keeps no record of wrongs.”

Find freedom in forgiving others

Embracing forgiveness helps you release those negative emotions related to pain, hurt and trauma and the best way to do that is with God’s help. Read about Our Miracle – A story of Forgiveness, Grace and Healing.

Download the Free Bible Reading Plan by filling out the form below and meditate on the Scriptures about forgiveness.

I know from my own journey of forgiveness how much freedom is in it. You can find freedom in forgiving others today! It releases an abundance of negative emotions and you are able to feel healthier emotionally and mentally.

Sometimes we think that if we forgive others it means they are getting off scott-free and by us harbouring feelings of unforgiveness, bitterness and resentment we are punishing them – giving them what they deserve. But if we think about ourselves and all the mistakes we have made, we can feel empathy for others – even for those who have hurt us.

God doesn’t give us what we deserve for our sins – death – instead He sent His son Jesus to die for our sins and gave us the ultimate gift of eternal life with Him. This is why we need to embrace forgiveness. We need to remember that we are all human and we all make mistakes; forgiving others does not take away the pain we have felt but it does allow us to heal from our pain and hurt.

Would you like to heal?

Would you like to let go of bitterness and resentment?

Do you want to find freedom in forgiving others?

Reach out to me and I can help you get started. You can start now with the Free Reading Plan below. Study and meditate on each Scripture daily until you start feeling free from the pain and hurt.

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Love and Blessings,

Kala xx