Forgiveness Archive

Genesis 3 addresses the fall of humankind through Adam and Eve’s disobedience to God. A narrative I believe is known even by unbelievers. God commanded them not to eat of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil with a surety that the day they eat, they shall surely die. And the LORD God commanded the man, saying, “You may surely eat of every …

Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life. (John 8:12). From the text, we see a contrast between light and darkness. Also, we can further imply a contrast between sin and righteousness; life and death. “I am the light of the world” is one of …

And falling to his knees he cried out with a loud voice, “Lord, do not hold this sin against them.” (Acts 7:60). To be gracious is to show mercy, kindness or forgiveness. It is also to treat people with respect and courtesy especially in the face of hostilities. The text speaks of Stephen’s last words when he was martyred for his faith. In the text …