Matthew 6:14 · KJV
"For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you:"
King James Version
What does Matthew 6:14 mean? →Passage Context
Devotional Reflection
We live in a culture where grace and forgiveness are the norm. We forgive others because God has already forgiven us a massive debt (Matthew 18). At the same time, when God sees that we continue to extend His forgiveness to others, He is delighted to extend even greater forgiveness to us. Even if it is difficult to forgive someone who has injured us, Jesus wants us to realize that the advantages outweigh the costs.
Prayer
God, I appreciate You cleansing me and pardoning me through the death of Your Son, Jesus. You are kind and impartial. I appreciate You asking me to extend the same forgiveness to others that You have shown me. Thank You for emphasizing the necessity for Your people to practice forgiveness. Please pardon us when we are sluggish or reluctant to forgive, particularly myself. I specifically beg You to pardon [name] for [offense], and I beg You to show this person Your love and grace. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
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