Ask Me Anything Week 5

Ask Me Anything

June 21, 2026

• Do I really have to forgive?
• Forgiveness is not a side theme of the Bible, it is “The Theme” of the Bible
• We need to be reminded of the scope of God’s forgiveness for our sin
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1 John 1:9

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.

Psalms 103:12

Isaiah 43:25

Isaiah 1:18

• Because of God’s forgiveness for us we are expected to forgive others

Ephesians 4:31-32

Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.

Colossians 3:13

Mark 11:25

Matthew 6:12-15

Matthew 18:21-35

• Forgiveness is not about letting them off the hook, it is about protecting you
• Emotionally
• Physically
• Spiritually
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• Layers of Forgiveness

• I forgive you – because I have to
  • Matthew 6:15
  • This is a decision that is anchored in obedience
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• I forgive you – but I want God to get you
• Romans 12:19-20
• You are still tethered to the situation emotionally
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• I forgive you – now stay away from me
• Proverbs 4:23
• I am creating boundaries for my life
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• I forgive you – and speak the truth in love
• John 21:15-17
• The purpose is not confrontation, it is restoration
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• I forgive you – and I release you
• Colossians 3:13
• I forgive you and let it go
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• I forgive you – and I desire restoration and healing
• Matthew 5:23-24
• My desire is to rebuild what was broken

• What level are you on?
• Ask God to help you move to the next level.
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