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THE BLESSEDNESS OF GOD'S FORGIVENESS



The concept of forgiveness is a central theme in the Christian faith. The Holy Bible teaches that God possesses attributes of forgiveness and whenever he does so, it activates a deep sense of blessedness in every receiving heart. Psalms 32:1-2 declares, "Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered. Blessed is the man unto whom the LORD imputeth not iniquity, and in whose spirit there is no guile." This unique feeling of blessedness that comes with experiencing God's forgiveness is second to none.


One of the well-known stories about God's forgiveness is recorded in the Gospel of Luke 15:11-32. The parable of the Prodigal Son teaches us about the depth of God's forgiveness and the joy that comes with being forgiven. The parable tells the story of a son who asked for his inheritance from his father, goes on to squander it, and then returns to his father, desiring to be forgiven. His father did not only forgive him but also celebrated his return. This is also same in the Kingdom of God. Whenever a sinner returns to God, the host of heaven is found to be filled with gladness as they rejoice.


We can see that Apostle Paul, in the book of Romans, reaffirms the certainty and blessedness of God's forgiveness. Romans 4:7-8 states, "Blessed are they whose iniquities are forgiven, and whose sins are covered. Blessed is the man to whom the Lord will not impute sin." Whosoever it is that returns to the LORD in penitence will taste of the blessedness that comes with having sins forgiven. We must not forget that this is a gift from God.


God's forgiveness brings about a sense of relief and freedom from the burden of sin. In Psalms 103:12, it is written, "As far as the east is from the west, so far hath he removed our transgressions from us." This verse illustrates the magnitude of God's forgiveness and the complete removal of our sins when we repent and seek God's forgiveness. It brings about a sense of liberation and blessedness knowing that our sins are no longer held against us when we are forgiven by God.


Since the act of forgiveness is an integral part of the Christian faith, we are expected to forgive one another. Ephesians 4:32 states "And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you". This is a distinguishing symbol of the Christian faith. In the LORD's Prayer, Jesus Christ teaches us his disciples to pray saying ,"...forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors" (Matthew 6:12). This highlights the importance of forgiveness in the life of a Christian and the blessedness that accompanies both receiving and extending forgiveness.


In conclusion, learn to practice forgiveness because it is the basis upon which we shall be forgiven. In other words, let us forgive one another. It brings about a sense of Joy, relief, and freedom from the burden of sin. As a sinner, the ultimate forgiveness that you need is that which is from God. It is only then that you will be charged with the requisite potentials to forgive others. As it is written in 1 John 1:9, "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." Dare to approach the throne of God with a request for forgiveness and the blessedness that accompanies it will be yours to enjoy.


God bless you as you do, in Jesus Name, Amen.


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