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Why should Christians forgive others continuously?

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Christians are called to forgive continuously, as illustrated in Matthew 18:22, which teaches that forgiveness should be ongoing and without limit.

Continual forgiveness is emphasized in Matthew 18:21-22, where Peter asks Jesus how many times he should forgive someone, suggesting seven times. Jesus responds, 'I do not say to you, up to seven times, but up to seventy times seven,' indicating the limitless nature of forgiveness. This directive is rooted not in a specific number but in the principle that forgiveness should be a perpetual posture of the heart, reflecting the infinite forgiveness we receive from God. Daily, we encounter offenses and wrongs, and maintaining a spirit of forgiveness protects our hearts from bitterness and resentment. By forgiving continuously, we align ourselves more closely with God's character, who forgives us freely and completely for Christ's sake.
Scripture References: Matthew 18:21-22

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Forgiving Others
Todd Nibert · Feb 26, 2017
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