The Duty of Forgiveness
Matthew 18:21-22
Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times?…


I. Is urged by a consideration of the greatness of God's mercy to us.

II. Of the lightness of our brother's sins.

III. Of the terrible consequences of indulging an unforgiving spirit.

(Dr. Dobie.)



Parallel Verses
KJV: Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times?

WEB: Then Peter came and said to him, "Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? Until seven times?"




Limited Forgiveness
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