D. Paul
Puritan Board Sophomore
I am a member of Ligonier's Tape of the Month. Last month, Dr. Sproul taught on forgiveness. One thing was troubling and I can't seem to reconcile it with the whole of scripture yet I see his point. He said we have the idea in the church that we are to forgive all things and all people but that there are instances when we may withhold forgiveness if the person has refused to repent etc. He states we assume a higher standard than even God Himself.
In speaking with a friend on this she said God is God and not subject to the same standards and that any unforgiveness leads to a bitterness of heart. She also used [u:1a31856c66]Matt 6:14[/u:1a31856c66]and [u:1a31856c66]Luke 23:34[/u:1a31856c66]
So are we to forgive unilaterally or universally regardless of the offense? Seventy times seven?
Dr. Sprould was very clear so I did not misunderstand him. I've just never heard that said before!
In speaking with a friend on this she said God is God and not subject to the same standards and that any unforgiveness leads to a bitterness of heart. She also used [u:1a31856c66]Matt 6:14[/u:1a31856c66]and [u:1a31856c66]Luke 23:34[/u:1a31856c66]
So are we to forgive unilaterally or universally regardless of the offense? Seventy times seven?
Dr. Sprould was very clear so I did not misunderstand him. I've just never heard that said before!