“For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.” – Matthew 6:14
Bible Verses About Forgiving Those Who Hurt You
1. Matthew 6:14 – Forgiveness is connected to how we receive God’s forgiveness, emphasizing its importance.
“For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.” – Matthew 6:14
2. Ephesians 4:32 – Being kind and compassionate creates an environment for forgiveness.
“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” – Ephesians 4:32
3. Colossians 3:13 – We are called to forgive freely just as we have been forgiven.
“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” – Colossians 3:13
4. Luke 6:37 – Forgiveness is essential in our interactions with others.
“Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven.” – Luke 6:37
5. Mark 11:25 – Our attitude in prayer needs to reflect a forgiving heart.
“And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive them, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins.” – Mark 11:25
6. Matthew 18:21-22 – The significance of endless forgiveness is highlighted.
“Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, ‘Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?’ Jesus answered, ‘I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times!'” – Matthew 18:21-22
7. 2 Corinthians 2:10 – Forgiveness is linked with our unity in Christ.
“If you forgive anyone, I also forgive them. And what I have forgiven, I have forgiven in the sight of Christ for your sake.” – 2 Corinthians 2:10
8. Psalm 103:12 – Reflects God’s forgiveness, which inspires us to forgive others.
“As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us.” – Psalm 103:12
9. Romans 12:19 – Encourages us to leave judgment and vengeance to God.
“Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: ‘It is mine to avenge; I will repay,’ says the Lord.” – Romans 12:19
10. James 5:16 – Emphasizes confession and prayer in the context of forgiveness.
“Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” – James 5:16
11. Luke 17:3-4 – Reiterates the need for continual forgiveness.
“So watch yourselves. If your brother or sister sins against you, rebuke them; and if they repent, forgive them. Even if they sin against you seven times in a day and seven times come back to you saying ‘I repent,’ you must forgive them.” – Luke 17:3-4
12. Matthew 5:7 – Highlights the beatitude connected to mercy and forgiveness.
“Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.” – Matthew 5:7
13. 1 John 1:9 – Assures us of God’s forgiveness when we confess our sins.
“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” – 1 John 1:9
14. Matthew 6:12 – Reinforces the connection between our forgiveness and God’s.
“And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.” – Matthew 6:12
15. Isaiah 43:25 – God’s promise to forget our sins is comforting.
“I, even I, am he who blots out your transgressions, for my own sake, and remembers your sins no more.” – Isaiah 43:25
16. Luke 23:34 – Christ’s example of forgiving even while suffering.
“Jesus said, ‘Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.'” – Luke 23:34
17. 1 Peter 4:8 – Encourages love and forgiveness among believers.
“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.” – 1 Peter 4:8
18. Galatians 6:1 – Calls for restoring those who have sinned gently.
“Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted.” – Galatians 6:1
19. Philippians 3:13 – Encouragement to forget the past and move forward.
“Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead.” – Philippians 3:13
20. John 8:7 – Wisdom in responding to sin can lead to forgiveness.
“When they kept on questioning him, he straightened up and said to them, ‘Let any one of you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her.'” – John 8:7
21. Acts 3:19 – Calls for repentance for the forgiveness of sins.
“Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord.” – Acts 3:19
22. Hebrews 8:12 – God’s commitment to not remember our iniquities.
“For I will forgive their wickedness and will remember their sins no more.” – Hebrews 8:12
23. 2 Timothy 2:24-26 – Encourages a gentle spirit in helping others understand their sins.
“And the Lord’s servant must not be quarrelsome but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, not resentful. Opponents must be gently instructed, in the hope that God will grant them repentance leading them to a knowledge of the truth.” – 2 Timothy 2:24-26
24. Proverbs 10:12 – Love helps to cover wrongs.
“Hatred stirs up conflict, but love covers over all wrongs.” – Proverbs 10:12
25. Matthew 5:23-24 – Reconcile with others before presenting offerings to God.
“Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your gift.” – Matthew 5:23-24
26. James 1:20 – Righteous anger can lead us away from forgiveness.
“Because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.” – James 1:20
27. Exodus 34:6-7 – God’s nature includes mercy and forgiveness.
“And he passed in front of Moses, proclaiming, ‘The LORD, the LORD, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving wickedness, rebellion, and sin.'” – Exodus 34:6-7
28. Psalm 32:1-2 – Highlights the joy of receiving forgiveness.
“Blessed is the one whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. Blessed is the one whose sin the LORD does not count against them.” – Psalm 32:1-2
29. Job 42:10 – Restores Job after he prayed for his friends.
“After Job had prayed for his friends, the LORD restored his fortunes and gave him twice as much as he had before.” – Job 42:10
30. Proverbs 17:9 – A forgiving spirit promotes love and unity.
“Whoever would foster love covers over an offense, but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends.” – Proverbs 17:9
31. Matthew 18:15 – Encourages us to address wrongs directly.
“If your brother or sister sins, go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they listen to you, you have won them over.” – Matthew 18:15
32. Philippians 4:5 – Encouragement to be gentle and forgiving.
“Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.” – Philippians 4:5
33. 1 John 4:7 – Love is the foundation of forgiveness.
“Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God.” – 1 John 4:7
34. Jeremiah 31:34 – A promise of God to forgive.
“No longer will they teach their neighbor, or say to one another, ‘Know the LORD,’ because they will all know me, from the least of them to the greatest, declares the LORD. For I will forgive their wickedness and will remember their sins no more.” – Jeremiah 31:34
35. 1 Peter 3:9 – Calls to not repay evil with evil.
“Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.” – 1 Peter 3:9
36. Psalm 130:3-4 – Complete trust in God’s forgiveness.
“If you, LORD, kept a record of sins, Lord, who could stand? But with you there is forgiveness, so that we can, with reverence, serve you.” – Psalm 130:3-4
37. Micah 7:18-19 – God’s willingness to forgive is precious.
“Who is a God like you, who pardons sin and forgives the transgression of the remnant of his inheritance? You do not stay angry forever but delight to show mercy.” – Micah 7:18-19
38. 4:7 – Encouragement to live in harmony and forgive.
“Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited.” – Romans 12:16
39. Matthew 7:1-2 – Warning against judging others.
“Do not judge, or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” – Matthew 7:1-2
40. 1 John 2:1 – Jesus as our Advocate in forgiveness.
“My dear children, I write this to you so that you will not sin. But if anybody does sin, we have an advocate with the Father—Jesus Christ, the Righteous One.” – 1 John 2:1
Final Thoughts
Forgiving those who hurt us is a challenging yet important part of our faith. Each of the verses shared reminds us of the profound impact of forgiveness. They guide us as we work through our feelings and learn to extend grace, just as God extends grace to us. We can lean on these teachings as we process hurt and choose to forgive, understanding how forgiveness liberates our hearts.
We can continually grow in our understanding of love and forgiveness through the scriptures. Exploring additional themes around love and compassion helps to reinforce our journey. Together, let’s encourage one another by seeking wisdom from God’s word. Ideas like showing love through actions remind us that forgiveness is often more than just words; it’s about demonstrating that love in practical ways.
So, if you’re seeking to deepen your understanding of these themes, I encourage you to reach out and explore more related topics on love and forgiveness. There are so many resources available to enrich your faith journey!