Why should you forgive other people?

Chris Bolinger

Why should you forgive other people?



Why should you forgive other people?

Jesus gave us a very clear reason: if you don't, then God won't forgive you.

But there's another good reason: it sets a prisoner free. That prisoner is you.

This week's Bible passage: Colossians 3:11-14

This episode originally appeared at Weekly Strength 3.04: Big Topics — Forgiveness on Throwing Mountains.

Weekly Strength resource: 52 Weeks of Strength for Men (ebook, paperback, study guide)

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Chris Bolinger is the author of three men’s devotionals – 52 Weeks of Strength for Men, Daily Strength for Men, and Fuerzas para Cada Día para el Hombre – and the co-host of the Throwing Mountains podcast. He splits his time between northeast Ohio and southwest Florida. Against the advice of medical professionals, he remains a die-hard fan of Cleveland pro sports teams. Find him at mensdevotionals.com.

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