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What does the Bible say about forgiveness of debts?

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The Bible teaches that God forgives our debts, which represent our sins, as a reflection of His grace and mercy.

In Deuteronomy 15:1-11, we learn about the principle of releasing debts every seven years, which is a figurative representation of God's eternal forgiveness. Just as the Israelites were commanded to forgive debts joyfully, our God offers us a generous forgiveness for the sins that we incur against Him. Jesus reinforces this understanding in the Lord’s Prayer, where we ask God to 'forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors' (Matthew 6:12). This connection shows that our forgiveness of others should mirror the grace we receive from God, highlighting the importance of a forgiving heart that reflects God's character.
Scripture References: Deuteronomy 15:1-11, Matthew 6:12

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Bruce Crabtree · Jun 4, 2014
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