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The concept of divine pardon is a central theme in the Christian faith, reflecting God's mercy and grace towards humanity. The Bible presents God's willingness to forgive sins as both abundant and generous, emphasizing His desire for reconciliation with His creation.

Old Testament Foundations

The Old Testament lays the groundwork for understanding God's abundant pardon. In Isaiah 55:7 , the prophet declares, "Let the wicked man forsake his own way and the unrighteous man his own thoughts; let him return to the LORD, that He may have compassion, and to our God, for He will freely pardon." This passage highlights the boundless nature of God's forgiveness, inviting sinners to return to Him with the assurance of mercy.

The Psalms also echo this theme, portraying God as a compassionate and forgiving deity. Psalm 86:5 states, "For You, O Lord, are kind and forgiving, rich in loving devotion to all who call on You." Here, the psalmist acknowledges God's readiness to forgive those who seek Him, underscoring the abundance of His pardon.

New Testament Fulfillment

The New Testament reveals the fulfillment of God's promise of abundant pardon through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. In the Gospels, Jesus embodies God's forgiving nature, offering pardon to sinners and outcasts. In Matthew 9:2 , Jesus tells a paralytic, "Take courage, son; your sins are forgiven." This act of forgiveness demonstrates the authority and willingness of Christ to grant pardon.

The Apostle Paul further elaborates on this theme in his epistles. In Ephesians 1:7 , he writes, "In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace." Paul's words emphasize that the forgiveness offered through Christ is not limited but is in accordance with the vastness of God's grace.

Theological Implications

Theologically, the abundant pardon of God is rooted in His character as a loving and merciful Father. This divine attribute is not contingent upon human merit but is a gift of grace. The parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15:11-32 illustrates this truth, where the father eagerly welcomes and forgives his repentant son, symbolizing God's readiness to forgive those who return to Him.

Moreover, the abundance of God's pardon calls believers to a life of repentance and humility. Recognizing the depth of God's forgiveness should inspire Christians to extend the same grace to others, as instructed in Colossians 3:13 : "Bear with one another and forgive any complaint you may have against someone else. Forgive as the Lord forgave you."

Practical Application

In practical terms, the assurance of God's abundant pardon provides comfort and hope to believers. It encourages them to approach God with confidence, knowing that His mercy is inexhaustible. Hebrews 4:16 invites believers to "approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need."

The abundant pardon of God also serves as a foundation for evangelism, offering the message of forgiveness and reconciliation to a world in need. As ambassadors of Christ, Christians are called to proclaim the good news of God's grace, inviting others to experience the transformative power of His forgiveness.

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Isaiah 55:7
Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return to the LORD, and he will have mercy on him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon.
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Romans 5:20
Moreover the law entered, that the offense might abound. But where sin abounded, grace did much more abound:
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The Disciple, -- Master, in These Days Some Learned Men and their ...
... have I come that they might have life and have it more abundantly (John 10 ... the
circumstances and appealed for mercy for him, and he was granted pardon for the ...
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C. The Third Period. Chs. 6:12 to 8:56
... He thus assured her of the pardon previously granted, but still ... that faith had secured
pardon and pardon had awakened ... he was so near and so abundantly able to ...
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"My Little Children, These Things Write I unto You, that Ye Sin ...
... Thus peace is purchased, pardon granted, the soul is restored unto ... You hear, it is
true, of pardon of sin ... fountain of tears might be opened to run abundantly. ...
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The Desire of the Righteous Granted;
... THE DESIRE OF THE RIGHTEOUS GRANTED; OR, A DISCOURSE OF THE RIGHTEOUS MAN'S
DESIRES. ... GEO. OFFOR. THE DESIRE OF THE RIGHTEOUS GRANTED. ...
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Letter Xli. St. Ambrose in this Letter to his Sister Continues the ...
... bestows on us a gift by baptism, and afterwards gives more abundantly to those ... when
sin is forgiven to the lowliest, guilt is washed away, and pardon granted. ...
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How Human Efforts Cannot be Set against the Grace of God.
... his guilt; but that in a very short interval of time he was granted pardon for such ...
His Grace in me was not in vain; but I laboured more abundantly than they ...
/.../cassian/the conferences of john cassian/chapter xiii how human efforts.htm

The Angel's Message and Song
... forfeited, but to bestow it more abundantly (John 10 ... perfections and government are
secured, and pardon and peace vouchsafed [graciously granted] to rebels ...
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Vocation of Therese
... I am quite sure that Thou wilt pardon this unhappy ... to reassure me." My prayer was
granted to the ... of the food with which my Divine Master abundantly provided me ...
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Vocation of Therese
... I am quite sure that Thou wilt pardon this unhappy ... to reassure me." My prayer was
granted to the ... of the food with which my Divine Master abundantly provided me ...
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A Call to Backsliders
... a course of sin, and take it for granted, it is ... that because an earthly king will
not pardon one that ... upon you; and to our God, and he will abundantly pardon.". ...
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