Blot Out Sins
To blot out a sin is to remove or erase it from the record. Does that mean the same thing as to forgive a sin or is there a difference? Are there conditions?
Forgiveness
Biblical Forgiveness, Part 5
Quotes on forgiveness show what happens when our guilt is forgiven. Understanding the truth of God’s character makes accepting forgiveness much easier.
Biblical Forgiveness, Part 6
When we send up a prayer for forgiveness of sins we should understand that we are praying asking for forgiveness to be received by us not to be granted by God. He has already done it.
Biblical Forgiveness, Part 3
Bible verses on forgiveness in the Old Testament and in the New Testament show that forgiveness has two meanings. Understanding both helps us accept and experience forgiveness much more easily.
Biblical Forgiveness, Part 1
Biblical forgiveness involves more than simply God forgiving us. While He can and is eager to forgive any sin, He will not give us forgiveness if we won’t take it.
Biblical Forgiveness, Part 2
The definition for forgiveness includes that God forgives us. It is also important that we receive and accept that forgiveness because God does not force it upon us. We must accept what God gives.
The Definition of Guilt
The definition of guilt usually fails to recognize the extent to which it is a two-party process. Overcoming guilt also involves understanding the attitude of the one we have wronged.
The Difference Between Guilt and Shame
The difference between guilt and shame is that shame is the result of guilt. Remove the cause (guilt) and the result (shame) disappears.
Biblical Forgiveness, Part 4
What is the complete scriptural definition of forgiveness? Scripture shows the importance of forgiveness from God’s perspective. Understanding this helps cure us from the effects of guilt.