No Exceptions!

“All the prophets testify about him that everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through his name.” Acts 10:43

This is an all-encompassing promise that the prophets have declared is for everyone. How great is that? All you have to do is believe in Him and your sins are forgiven. Could it be any simpler? Jesus died on the cross at Calvary for you and I and he conquered death for you and me. To receive forgiveness for your transgressions is a marvelous gift. There is a downfall however and that can be found in Matthew 6:14-15 “for if you forgive men when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.” Forgiveness is there for the taking, however we must so our part and confess our sins and forgive those who have sinned against us.

One of my students had a quarrel with her best friend and swore she would never forgive her friend for the betrayal she felt. After praying with her and going through Scriptures, she felt that she needed to talk it out with her friend. Once communication was open, forgiveness soon followed and the friendship -- while unsteady at times -- did survive. That is all it takes with the Lord. Open up to Him, talk to Him in earnest, and ask Him to cover you in forgiveness. He is there, waiting.