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Can God really forgive me for my mistakes?

Answer:

As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with the concept of God's forgiveness. They feel like they've made mistakes, and they're not sure if God can truly forgive them. But the Bible is clear: "The blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin" (1 John 1:7). This means that no matter what we've done, God will forgive us. He means it when He says it in Scripture.

It's not about what we know or how we act that makes us a Christian, but about believing in Jesus. When we come to Him, we become a Christian. And Jesus said, "The one who comes to Me I will by no means cast out" (John 6:37). This means that God will forgive us, no matter what. It's not a matter of whether or not He wants to forgive us, but rather that He has already forgiven us through the blood of Jesus.

So, can God really forgive me for my mistakes? The answer is yes. God's forgiveness is not shallow or based on our own feelings, but it's rooted in the Cross of Christ. Jesus' death on the Cross is the only basis for God's forgiveness. And when we ask for forgiveness, we must also be willing to forgive others. Jesus said, "If you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you" (Matthew 6:14). So, let's come to God with humility and repentance, and let's experience His forgiveness.

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