Matthew 18
Peter asks Jesus how many times he should forgive someone who sins against him and Jesus' response reinforces that we are to love and forgive others as Jesus loves us.
Jesus came to rescue us while we were still sinners (Romans 5:8).
We are to love others as Jesus loves us (John 13:34).
Forgive as Jesus forgave us (Colossians 3:13).
Jesus of course sets a high bar and one that we cannot reach but Jesus will transform our heart and mind as we draw near to him (Romans 12:2).
My Prayer: Lord Jesus, you are an awesome God who loves me, came to rescue and save me - all while I was still a sinner. You love me just as I am and You continue to do a work in my heart and life - thank You Jesus for the many blessings You pour out. I am not worth such blessings. I worry, among my many sins. Please forgive me Jesus and help me overcome and turn from my sin towards You. Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, and mind and love others as You love me. Help me grow in my faith. Give Lisa and myself wisdom and strength. Please heal Lisa of her cancer and from the side effects of chemo. Help us lead Zach and Dustin to You Jesus and for them to choose You as their Lord and Savior. Please provide Godly friends and spouses to Zach and Dustin. Help me serve You, my family, my church, and others. Help me understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every day.
Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times. v22
Peter asks Jesus how many times he should forgive someone who sins against him and Jesus' response reinforces that we are to love and forgive others as Jesus loves us.
Jesus came to rescue us while we were still sinners (Romans 5:8).
We are to love others as Jesus loves us (John 13:34).
Forgive as Jesus forgave us (Colossians 3:13).
Jesus of course sets a high bar and one that we cannot reach but Jesus will transform our heart and mind as we draw near to him (Romans 12:2).
My Prayer: Lord Jesus, you are an awesome God who loves me, came to rescue and save me - all while I was still a sinner. You love me just as I am and You continue to do a work in my heart and life - thank You Jesus for the many blessings You pour out. I am not worth such blessings. I worry, among my many sins. Please forgive me Jesus and help me overcome and turn from my sin towards You. Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, and mind and love others as You love me. Help me grow in my faith. Give Lisa and myself wisdom and strength. Please heal Lisa of her cancer and from the side effects of chemo. Help us lead Zach and Dustin to You Jesus and for them to choose You as their Lord and Savior. Please provide Godly friends and spouses to Zach and Dustin. Help me serve You, my family, my church, and others. Help me understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every day.
