Can God forgive an evil person?

Simply this: God can forgive and change even the most evil person. Pray for your cousin, that God will break through the hardness of his heart and show him his need of Christ. And pray too that you may be an example to him of Christ's love and mercy.

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Does God forgive a sinner?

But no matter how much we have sinned, we can always repent and be forgiven. Some sins may be easier to correct than others, but Jesus Christ has provided for total forgiveness from all sins. He is eager to forgive.

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What does God not forgive in the Bible?

In the Book of Matthew (12: 31-32), we read, "Therefore I say to you, any sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven men, but blasphemy against the Spirit shall not be forgiven.

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What is the sin that God doesn't forgive?

One eternal or unforgivable sin (blasphemy against the Holy Spirit), also known as the sin unto death, is specified in several passages of the Synoptic Gospels, including Mark 3:28–29, Matthew 12:31–32, and Luke 12:10, as well as other New Testament passages including Hebrews 6:4–6, Hebrews 10:26–31, and 1 John 5:16.

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What does the Bible say about forgiving evil?

1. Romans 12:17. Repay no one evil for evil, but give thought to do what is honorable in the sight of all.

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Does God Forgive Evil People?

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How many times will God forgive a sinner?

Seventy-seven times. That's how many times the Bible tells us we should forgive someone. Matthew 18: 21-22 21 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?” 22 Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.

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What does God say about people who hurt you?

Jesus said, "But I tell you who hear me: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you." (Luke 6:27-28 NIV) In the following verses Jesus gives several specific examples of how to treat those who have hurt you, and He concludes with, "Be merciful, just as ...

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What are 4 things that forgiveness is not?

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  • Forgiveness is not enabling sin. ...
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  • Forgiveness is not waiting for an apology. ...
  • Forgiveness is not forgetting. ...
  • Forgiveness is not ceasing to feel pain.

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Can you go to heaven as a sinner?

Do I still go to heaven? THE ANSWER IS YES!!! When Jesus died on the cross, he paid the penalty of sin for all who believe in him. He died for your past, present and future sin.

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How do you say sorry to God?

  1. Forgive All My Sins. Lord Jesus, You opened the eyes of the blind, ...
  2. Mercy. Lord Jesus, Son of God, Have mercy on me, ...
  3. Friend of Sinners. Lord Jesus, ...
  4. Luke 15:18; 18:13. Father, I have sinner against you. ...
  5. Psalm 50:4-5. Wash me from my guilt. ...
  6. Forgiveness. Jesus, I believe you love me. ...
  7. Penance. My God, ...
  8. Lamb of God. Lord Jesus Christ,

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How do you know if God forgives you?

We are forgiven as we accept the mercy offered by Jesus Christ. It is in this way that our natures can be changed. In ancient times, the rituals and sacrifices of the law of Moses pointed the Israelites to the Savior's Atonement.

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What kind of body will we have in heaven?

But one thing is clear: In heaven, we will have new and perfect bodies -- bodies that will never age or become weak or die, because they will be like Christ's glorious body after His resurrection.

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Will there be pain in heaven?

Heaven will be a place of joy, not pain.

He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away” (Revelation 21:3-4).

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Does God hear sinner?

In John 9:31, the Bible says, “Now we know that God does not hear sinners; but if anyone is a worshiper of God and does His will, He hears him.” Many have latched onto this statement as though it was an absolute truth – i.e., that God will NEVER hear a sinner's prayer.

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Can you be angry and still forgive?

Anger and forgiveness are partners. In reality, anger and forgiveness work together (and often at the same time) in any real healing process. Though anger and forgiveness may seem to be opposing forces, they are actually completely equal partners in the journey toward healing.

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Can Christians forgive but not forget?

Second, God did not design us to forgive and forget, for then we hope in vain the pain will go away, and it doesn't. At best, we learn to live with the pain. He designed us to forgive, and then let Christ come into our lives, and heal us of the pain and wounds we experienced.

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What makes easily forgiven?

You may never understand why someone did something. But forgiveness requires you to look at your anger and pain and choose to let it go. This will usually involve developing some understanding of the other person and their circumstances. You can't truly forgive without empathy and compassion.

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Will God take revenge for me?

Do not repay anyone evil for evil. 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. On the contrary: 'If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink.

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Does God use broken people?

Throughout the Bible we see God using imperfect people for the sake of his mission to bring hope to the world.

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Does God avenge those who hurt us?

Do not take revenge, my friends, but leave room for God's wrath, for it is written: 'It is mine to avenge; I will repay,' says the Lord” (Romans 12:18-20). God will repay, so leave room for His wrath. You don't need to take it into your hands when you know it is in His. God will deal with this.

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Is God's forgiveness limitless?

Jesus said, “Seventy times seven.” In other words, there is no limit to his forgiveness, and there should be no limit to ours.

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How fast does God forgive?

Day 1 – Read Daniel 9:9God will forgive you no matter what you have done. He knows what you have done wrong, and Jesus has provided a way for you to be forgiven of your sins. God will not only forgive, but He will forget.

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Is it ever too late to repent?

Yes, God forgives and relents from punishment for those who truly love God, but there are also times and situations where there may be no turning back. Repentance can come too late after too much damage is done and there is no going back.

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Do you live in heaven forever?

As for the rest of humankind, after the final judgment, it is expected that the righteous will receive eternal life and live forever on an Earth turned into a paradise. Those granted immortality in heaven are absolutely immortal and cannot die by any cause. Even God himself wouldn't be able to kill them.

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