How many times will God forgive you?

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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Is there a limit to the forgiveness of God?

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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What does forgive 70 times 7 mean?

Jesus speaks of forgiveness beyond what anyone had ever considered before: seventy times seven! Many commentaries understand this to mean that Jesus was telling Peter that he should forgive his brother a limitless number of times.
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Does God forgive you for all your sins?

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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How many times can a person repent?

When you truly desire to repent, it can be frustrating if you slip up again. But because of the infinite Atonement of Jesus Christ, God's mercy and grace are infinite, and you can still repent and be worthy.
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How many times can God forgive me for the same thing?



How many sins Cannot be forgiven?

— J.F.D. Rev. Graham: Only one sin that can't be forgiven is on God's list — and that is the sin of rejecting Him and refusing His offer of forgiveness and new life in Jesus Christ. This alone is the unforgivable sin, because it means we are saying that the Holy Spirit's witness about Jesus is a lie (see Luke 12:10).
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Is it OK to repent everyday?

On the other hand, the Prophet Joseph Smith taught, “Repentance is a thing that cannot be trifled with every day. Daily transgression and daily repentance is not that which is pleasing in the sight of God” (Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith [2007], 73).
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What sin is unforgivable?

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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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 I know God has forgiven me?

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 are the 3 types of forgiveness?

The three types of forgiveness are: exoneration, forbearance and release. Let's take each in turn. Exoneration is the closest to what we usually think of when we say “forgiveness”.
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Where in the Bible does it say 77 times 7?

Jesus says we should forgive someone seventy times seven in response to a question from Peter about how many times to forgive a brother who sins against him. Peter asks if forgiving seven times is appropriate, and Jesus responds “not seven times, but seventy times seven” (Matthew 18:22).
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How many times did God say we should forgive in a day?

Matthew 18:21-22

Up to seven times?' Jesus answered, 'I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.' "
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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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How do I stop sinning over and over again?

James 4:7-10 gives us an excellent step by step prescription for conquering sin.
  1. First, determine to submit to God. ...
  2. Second, resist, and the devil will flee.
  3. Third, replace the draw of sin by drawing near to God. ...
  4. Fourth, clean yourself up! ...
  5. Fifth, mourn over the sins you do commit. ...
  6. Sixth, humble yourself before God.
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What does God say to do when you hurt someone?

1 Ask for forgiveness; admit mistakes. 2 Seek Lord's help; pray for the hurt individual. 3 Offer acts of kindness; go the extra mile.
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What are the 3 powerful prayers?

The prayer of protection. The prayer of transformation. The prayer of restoration.
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Is adultery an unforgivable sin?

Jesus forgives all sin

The Bible teaches that the blood Jesus' shed on the cross covers all sin, including infidelity. “… the blood of Jesus, God's Son, purifies us from all sin” (1 John 1:7). This means that any sin we commit, including infidelity, can be forgiven when we come to Jesus with a repentant heart.
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What sins Cannot be forgiven in confession?

Therefore I tell you, every sin and blasphemy will be forgiven men, but the blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven. And whoever says a word against the Son of man will be forgiven; but whoever speaks against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven, either in this age or in the age to come" (Matthew 12:22-32).
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What are some examples of blasphemy?

Spitting on a cross, drawing pictures in the Qur'an, tripping a rabbi—all of these are rude in general, but because they combine a sacred religious person or thing with rude behavior, they're also blasphemous.
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Will God forgive me if I dont repent?

There is no forgiveness without repentance. God does not forgive unrepentant sinners. He loves them, and that is what He calls us to do, “Love your enemies, pray for those who persecute you.”
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How do you know if you truly repent?

Real repentance is typically accompanied by transparency. We have a willingness and eagerness to make amends. We will do whatever it takes to make things right and to demonstrate we have changed.
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How do you fully repent?

Principles of Repentance
  1. We Must Recognize Our Sins. To repent, we must admit to ourselves that we have sinned. ...
  2. We Must Feel Sorrow for Our Sins. ...
  3. We Must Forsake Our Sins. ...
  4. We Must Confess Our Sins. ...
  5. We Must Make Restitution. ...
  6. We Must Forgive Others. ...
  7. We Must Keep the Commandments of God.
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Did Jesus ever apologize?

Even though Jesus never had to apologize for any wrong he committed, he lived all of the personal humility and self-sacrifice apologizing requires of us.
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How many times did Jesus say sorry?

Once Peter asked Jesus how many times he should forgive someone who did something wrong. “Seven times?” Peter guessed. “Seventy times seven,” Jesus said.
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