Forgiveness

How do you feel about the violence in so many of our cities and the lack of civility? In this reading plan, writer Paul Marc Goulet shares about this topic and how you can deal with it.

Let God's Love Transform Lives

Forgiveness is a central theme in the teachings of Jesus, reflecting His likeness and guiding us on a path of grace and love. Jesus emphasizes the importance of forgiveness, stating, "If you forgive those who sin against you, your heavenly Father will forgive you. But if you refuse to forgive others, your Father will not forgive your sins." This simple yet profound message reveals why forgiveness is crucial.

Like Jesus: Forgive

Our greatest need as humans is forgiveness. We need it from God and from one another. And there are few ways to be more like Christ than to forgive someone who has wronged you. In this seven-day devotional, Skip Heitzig demonstrates the power of pardon, sharing how you can be liberated from the grip of unforgiveness.

Unforgiveness and the Power of Pardon

Have you ever felt stuck in a cycle of unresolved pain, playing offenses over and over in your mind? You know you can't go on like this, but when your heart has been shattered, forgiveness seems like an impossible request. Lysa TerKeurst deeply understands and invites you to join her for this 5-day reading plan from her new book Forgiving What You Can’t Forget and to discover God’s healing gift.

Forgiving What You Can’t Forget: A 5-Day Challenge

This 6-day devotional will help you take the first steps toward healing broken family relationships through the power of biblical forgiveness. With Scripture-based insights from Colossians 3, Hebrews 12, and Matthew 18, you'll learn how to release bitterness, pray for heart change, and pursue peace—even when reconciliation seems impossible. Whether you're struggling with past wounds or everyday conflicts, God invites you into a journey of freedom and healing. Start today and discover how forgiveness can transform your heart and your home.

Healing Family Relationships Through Forgiveness

“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” John introduces Jesus as light shining in the darkness of our world. Yet here, in the final chapters of John’s gospel, the darkness closes in. Join Through the Word as Peyton Jones guides us chapter-by-chapter through the dramatic conclusion of Jesus’ time on earth, and learn how Jesus’ light can guide you through your own darkness.

John Explained Part 3 | Light Overcomes the Darkness

This reading plan includes five daily devotions based on Bruce Hindmarsh’s and Craig Borlase’s book Amazing Grace: The Life of John Newton and the Surprising Story Behind His Song. This study will explore John Newton’s experiences with shame, forgiveness, self-deception, grace, and courage and how each of these were part of his story of redemption through Christ. As you learn from his experiences, may you also see your story in light of God’s grace and respond with courage and grace toward yourself and others.

Amazing Grace: The Life of John Newton and the Surprising Story Behind His Song

Uncover the hidden force that may be undermining your joy and relationships: bitterness. This devotional series explores how bitterness silently invades our hearts, affects our trust in God, and disrupts our lives. Learn to recognize its subtle signs, understand its profound impact, and embrace true freedom through forgiveness and faith. Dive in and transform resentment into peace.

Beware of Bitterness

Can God truly forgive someone like me? This is a question we may have asked or wondered. In this devotional, we will journey through the Bible and explore countless examples of God's forgiveness of those many had written off. This plan will show you God's ability to forgive and love us beyond our sins. It will also show the beauty of love and redemption found in God's forgiveness. 