Seventh Day Baptist
Christian Education Council
PO BOX 1678
Janesville, WI 53547
—Matthew 18:21-35
by: Paula Reynolds.
I love the way that even though the Bible was written hundreds of years ago it is still relevant today. I know that we, like Peter, have often wondered how many times we have to forgive others. However when Peter asks the question in verse 21 Jesus doesn’t hesitate to reply “not 7 times but 77 times” (verse 22, NIV). Then Jesus goes into the parable of the unforgiving servant, verses 23-35. Are we like that today? Do we look to our heavenly Father to forgive us of our sins but stubbornly refuse to forgive those who hurt us? Let us follow the example of the King and show mercy and forgiveness to those around us.