My Son Forgive Them. Gray

Jesus taught the importance of forgiveness many times, but one of the most memorable moments is when he told Peter to forgive "seventy-seven times" or "seventy times seven" (depending on the translation), in response to Peter’s question about how many times he should forgive someone who wrongs him (Matthew 18:21-22). This wasn't meant to be a literal number, but rather an illustration of limitless forgiveness.

However, one of the most profound instances of Jesus showing forgiveness is when he was on the cross. In Luke 23:34, Jesus prayed, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing," as he was being crucified, showing that his forgiveness extended even to those who were actively hurting him.

Forgiveness is a central theme in Jesus' teachings. He often emphasized that we should forgive others not just once or twice, but continually—reflecting God’s grace and mercy toward us.

Do these moments of forgiveness resonate with you in your own life?