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NASB | Matthew 18:21 ¶ Then Peter came and said to Him, "Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me and I forgive him? Up to seven times?" |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 18:21 ¶ Then Peter came to Him and asked, "Lord, how many times will my brother sin against me and I forgive him and let it go? Up to seven times?" |
Bible Question: If a person is says they have forgiven you but still dwells on what you did have they really forgave you? |
Bible Answer: Hello Sherita, Welcome to the forum! Start with Matthew 18:21-35. Read the parable by Jesus which illustrates man's responsibility to be mercyful and to forgive others. Notice that one's failure to offer forgiveness results in his/her own conflict with God (not that of the one to which forgiveness was not extended). But keep in mind that the one you speak of is not God. He/she will struggle in his imperfections. We are incapable of "forgetting" in the way God promises to do when He forgives. So patients may be in order on your part. Be careful not to put undue expectations on the one you have wronged by requiring their dealing with the issue to conform to your expectations. If you are saved you are already forgiven by God, to incude the wrong against this person you speak of (Heb. 10:12). Hope this helps, Jeff |
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humility | ||
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