Bible Verses About Forgiveness

Discover the freedom that comes through God's forgiveness and learn how to forgive others as Christ forgave us.

1 John 1:9 (NIV)

"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness."

Ephesians 4:32 (NIV)

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

Matthew 6:14-15 (NIV)

"For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins."

Colossians 3:13 (NIV)

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

Psalm 103:12 (NIV)

"As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us."

The Gift of Forgiveness

Forgiveness is both a gift we receive from God and a command we're called to obey. When we confess our sins, God is faithful to forgive us completely—removing our transgressions as far as the east is from the west.

As recipients of such amazing grace, we're called to extend that same forgiveness to others. This doesn't mean ignoring hurt, but choosing to release the burden of resentment and trusting God with justice.

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