Christian Teachings on Forgiveness

• What is at the heart of Christian teaching regarding forgiveness?

  The concepts of forgiveness and reconciliation
• How does the death of Jesus relate to forgiveness in Christianity?

  It makes it possible for the sins of humanity to be forgiven
• What do Christians believe about God's forgiveness and human forgiveness?

  God forgives those who truly repent, and expects them to forgive others
• What do Christians ask God in the Lord's Prayer regarding forgiveness?

  “Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who have sinned against us.”
• How many times did Jesus say one should forgive someone who sins against them?

  Seventy times seven
• What does Jesus' teaching about forgiveness imply?

  We should always forgive
• What did Jesus say about taking revenge?

  “Do not take revenge on someone who wrongs you.”
• What example did Jesus give regarding forgiveness when wronged?

  If someone slaps you on the right cheek, let him slap your left cheek too
• What did Jesus do even while dying on the cross?

  He prayed for his executioners
• What did Jesus say when praying for his executioners?

  “Father, Forgive them!”
• What did Saint Paul say about repaying evil?

  “Do not repay anyone evil for evil.”
• What does Saint Paul advise regarding revenge?

  “Do not take revenge, but leave room for God’s wrath.”
• What does the Lord say about vengeance according to Saint Paul?

  “It is mine to avenge; I will repay.”