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Daily Devotion – Colossians 3:12-13 – Freedom in Forgiveness
Because Jesus first forgave us, we should be willing to forgive others. But it doesn’t always work out that way. Sometimes we hold on to bitterness and grudges. How can we find freedom in forgiveness by following Jesus’ ultimate example?
Have you ever held a grudge against someone who was mean to you or offended you in some way?
I have.
Because someone hurt me, I carried around a grudge that ended up hurting me as well. It weighed down my spirit, stole my joy, and kept me tied to the past because it was a weapon the enemy used against me.
I didn’t want to hold a grudge. I knew it was not the right thing to do. But I struggled with the idea that if I forgave the other person, I would have to associate with them. Therefore, in my immature thinking, holding a grudge meant I had a reason not to be around them.
All I had to do was forgive them. And I found freedom in forgiveness.
But why? Why did I have to forgive the other person?
Because Jesus said so. He told the disciples (and us) to forgive endlessly and unconditionally.
Because of the cross where Jesus died for me. Jesus forgave my sins when I repented and professed Him as my Lord and Savior. With His forgiveness, Jesus gave me the ultimate bonus gift: eternal life. No questions asked.
My friend, that’s the kind of forgiveness Jesus expects us to extend to others whether we receive an apology or not. Forgive them anyway. There is freedom in forgiveness. Our liberty comes from the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. He died for us to be free from sin. Our salvation and liberties come only through our faith in him.
He forgives us. We forgive others.
Life is better with Jesus! Live loved! Live free!
Therefore, God’s chosen ones, holy and loved, put on heartfelt compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience, accepting one another and forgiving one another if anyone has a complaint against another. Just as the Lord has forgiven you, so you must also forgive. Colossians 3:12-13
Read the full devotion at https://devotableapp.com/daily-devotion-colossians-3-12-13-freedom-in-forgiveness/
Daily Devotion – Colossians 3:12-13 – Freedom in Forgiveness
Because Jesus first forgave us, we should be willing to forgive others. But it doesn’t always work out that way. Sometimes we hold on to bitterness and grudges. How can we find freedom in forgiveness by following Jesus’ ultimate example?
Have you ever held a grudge against someone who was mean to you or offended you in some way?
I have.
Because someone hurt me, I carried around a grudge that ended up hurting me as well. It weighed down my spirit, stole my joy, and kept me tied to the past because it was a weapon the enemy used against me.
I didn’t want to hold a grudge. I knew it was not the right thing to do. But I struggled with the idea that if I forgave the other person, I would have to associate with them. Therefore, in my immature thinking, holding a grudge meant I had a reason not to be around them.
All I had to do was forgive them. And I found freedom in forgiveness.
But why? Why did I have to forgive the other person?
Because Jesus said so. He told the disciples (and us) to forgive endlessly and unconditionally.
Because of the cross where Jesus died for me. Jesus forgave my sins when I repented and professed Him as my Lord and Savior. With His forgiveness, Jesus gave me the ultimate bonus gift: eternal life. No questions asked.
My friend, that’s the kind of forgiveness Jesus expects us to extend to others whether we receive an apology or not. Forgive them anyway. There is freedom in forgiveness. Our liberty comes from the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. He died for us to be free from sin. Our salvation and liberties come only through our faith in him.
He forgives us. We forgive others.
Life is better with Jesus! Live loved! Live free!
Therefore, God’s chosen ones, holy and loved, put on heartfelt compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience, accepting one another and forgiving one another if anyone has a complaint against another. Just as the Lord has forgiven you, so you must also forgive. Colossians 3:12-13
Read the full devotion at https://devotableapp.com/daily-devotion-colossians-3-12-13-freedom-in-forgiveness/
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Daily Devotion – Colossians 3:12-13 – Freedom in Forgiveness
Because Jesus first forgave us, we should be willing to forgive others. But it doesn’t always work out that way. Sometimes we hold on to bitterness and grudges. How can we find freedom in forgiveness by following Jesus’ ultimate example?
Have you ever held a grudge against someone who was mean to you or offended you in some way?
I have.
Because someone hurt me, I carried around a grudge that ended up hurting me as well. It weighed down my spirit, stole my joy, and kept me tied to the past because it was a weapon the enemy used against me.
I didn’t want to hold a grudge. I knew it was not the right thing to do. But I struggled with the idea that if I forgave the other person, I would have to associate with them. Therefore, in my immature thinking, holding a grudge meant I had a reason not to be around them.
All I had to do was forgive them. And I found freedom in forgiveness.
But why? Why did I have to forgive the other person?
Because Jesus said so. He told the disciples (and us) to forgive endlessly and unconditionally.
Because of the cross where Jesus died for me. Jesus forgave my sins when I repented and professed Him as my Lord and Savior. With His forgiveness, Jesus gave me the ultimate bonus gift: eternal life. No questions asked.
My friend, that’s the kind of forgiveness Jesus expects us to extend to others whether we receive an apology or not. Forgive them anyway. There is freedom in forgiveness. Our liberty comes from the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. He died for us to be free from sin. Our salvation and liberties come only through our faith in him.
He forgives us. We forgive others.
Life is better with Jesus! Live loved! Live free!
Therefore, God’s chosen ones, holy and loved, put on heartfelt compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience, accepting one another and forgiving one another if anyone has a complaint against another. Just as the Lord has forgiven you, so you must also forgive. Colossians 3:12-13
Read the full devotion at https://devotableapp.com/daily-devotion-colossians-3-12-13-freedom-in-forgiveness/
Daily Devotion – Colossians 3:12-13 – Freedom in Forgiveness
Because Jesus first forgave us, we should be willing to forgive others. But it doesn’t always work out that way. Sometimes we hold on to bitterness and grudges. How can we find freedom in forgiveness by following Jesus’ ultimate example?
Have you ever held a grudge against someone who was mean to you or offended you in some way?
I have.
Because someone hurt me, I carried around a grudge that ended up hurting me as well. It weighed down my spirit, stole my joy, and kept me tied to the past because it was a weapon the enemy used against me.
I didn’t want to hold a grudge. I knew it was not the right thing to do. But I struggled with the idea that if I forgave the other person, I would have to associate with them. Therefore, in my immature thinking, holding a grudge meant I had a reason not to be around them.
All I had to do was forgive them. And I found freedom in forgiveness.
But why? Why did I have to forgive the other person?
Because Jesus said so. He told the disciples (and us) to forgive endlessly and unconditionally.
Because of the cross where Jesus died for me. Jesus forgave my sins when I repented and professed Him as my Lord and Savior. With His forgiveness, Jesus gave me the ultimate bonus gift: eternal life. No questions asked.
My friend, that’s the kind of forgiveness Jesus expects us to extend to others whether we receive an apology or not. Forgive them anyway. There is freedom in forgiveness. Our liberty comes from the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. He died for us to be free from sin. Our salvation and liberties come only through our faith in him.
He forgives us. We forgive others.
Life is better with Jesus! Live loved! Live free!
Therefore, God’s chosen ones, holy and loved, put on heartfelt compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience, accepting one another and forgiving one another if anyone has a complaint against another. Just as the Lord has forgiven you, so you must also forgive. Colossians 3:12-13
Read the full devotion at https://devotableapp.com/daily-devotion-colossians-3-12-13-freedom-in-forgiveness/