How do I forgive someone who hurt me?
Forgiveness isn't easy or natural - but it is possible. Discover the freedom that comes from releasing bitterness.
15 Bible studies address this question
What the Bible Says
These Bible studies explore Scripture passages that speak to this question. Each study will give you insight and practical application.
The Joy of Forgiveness
David celebrates the blessedness of forgiven sin, describing both the misery of hiding guilt and the relief of confession, then inviting others to trust in God's steadfast love.
Greatness, Sin, and Forgiveness in the Kingdom
Jesus teaches that the greatest in the Kingdom are those who humble themselves like children. He warns severely against causing others to stumble, teaches about church discipline, and tells the Parabl...
Faith, Forgiveness, and the Coming Kingdom
Jesus teaches about causing others to stumble, the duty to forgive repeatedly, and faith like a mustard seed. He heals ten lepers but only one returns to give thanks. He warns that the kingdom comes w...
Faith, Healing, and Forgiveness
Jesus heals a centurion's servant, marveling at the Gentile's great faith. He raises a widow's son from the dead at Nain. When John the Baptist sends to ask if Jesus is the Messiah, Jesus points to Hi...
Forgiveness for the Offender
Paul explains his change of plans was to spare them pain. He urges them to forgive the one who caused grief, lest Satan gain advantage. Their reception of Titus brings relief and triumph.
Joseph Reveals Himself
Genesis 45 is the climactic moment of Joseph's story: unable to control himself any longer, Joseph reveals his identity to his brothers with tears, forgiveness, and a stunning theological interpretati...
Authority to Forgive, Heal, and Call Sinners
Jesus demonstrates His authority to forgive sins by healing a paralytic, calls Matthew the tax collector, and responds to criticism by declaring He came not for the righteous but for sinners. Multiple...
Authority to Forgive and Lord of the Sabbath
Jesus heals a paralytic, declaring His authority to forgive sins. He calls Levi the tax collector, eats with sinners, and defends His disciples for picking grain on the Sabbath, declaring Himself Lord...
Lord of the Sabbath and Conflict with the Pharisees
Conflict escalates as Jesus defends His disciples for picking grain on the Sabbath and heals on the Sabbath, declaring Himself Lord of the Sabbath. The Pharisees plot His death, accuse Him of demonic ...
Conflict, Calling, and the Unforgivable Sin
Jesus heals on the Sabbath despite Pharisees' hostility, withdraws to the sea where crowds follow, appoints the twelve apostles, and warns about blasphemy against the Holy Spirit when accused of casti...
The Triumphal Entry and Temple Cleansing
Jesus enters Jerusalem as King, riding a colt while crowds shout Hosanna. He curses a fruitless fig tree, cleanses the temple of merchants, and teaches about faith and prayer when the disciples see th...
Calling the First Disciples
Jesus calls His first disciples by the Sea of Galilee after a miraculous catch of fish. He heals a leper and a paralytic, demonstrating authority over sickness and sin. When questioned about fasting, ...
The Trial, Crucifixion, and Burial of Jesus
Jesus stands before Pilate and Herod, innocent yet condemned. He carries His cross to Golgotha, is crucified between criminals, and forgives His executioners. The repentant thief receives paradise. Je...
The Resurrection
Mary Magdalene finds the tomb empty and encounters the risen Jesus. He appears to the disciples, breathes on them, and gives them the Holy Spirit. Thomas doubts until he sees Jesus and exclaims, "My L...
Breakfast With Jesus and Peter Restored
The risen Jesus appears to seven disciples fishing on the Sea of Galilee, providing a miraculous catch and breakfast on the shore. He restores Peter with three questions about love, commissioning him ...
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