Bible Verses for Real Life

Bible Verses for Forgiveness

When forgiveness feels hard, Scripture leads us back to the mercy we have received from God.

When Forgiveness Feels Hard

Forgiveness does not ignore pain. It brings pain into God's mercy and asks Him to free the heart from bitterness.

And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.

Ephesians 4:32

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

1 John 1:9

Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any.

Colossians 3:13

Lord, help me receive Your forgiveness and extend mercy where my heart is still wounded. Free me from bitterness and teach me to walk in grace. Amen.