The Power of Forgiveness

Elder Gary Fry delivered a powerful message on forgiveness, based on Matthew 18:21-35, during our latest Kingdom of God series. He emphasised the limitless forgiveness we're called to extend to others, just as we have been forgiven by God.

💡Key Insights:
- We are to forgive others 490 times, symbolizing endless forgiveness.
- The parable of the unmerciful servant illustrates the stark contrast between the vast debt forgiven by the king and the small debt the servant refuses to forgive, teaching us about the depth of God’s grace towards us.
- Unforgiveness can lead to spiritual self-destruction, losing the ability to sense God’s presence in our lives.

👁️ Visual Moment: Gary used a plank of wood to demonstrate how we often overlook our own faults while focusing on the minor faults of others.

🕊️ Living in Forgiveness:
- Consciously hand over your grievances to God.
- Redirect your thoughts towards things that are true, noble, and praiseworthy.
- Choose not to harm or seek revenge, even subtly.
- Actively pray for and do good to those you've forgiven.

📖 "Do not repay evil with evil..." - 1 Peter 3:9

🔗 Listen to the full sermon and be inspired to change how you respond to the sinfulness of others.