Understanding Forgiveness: Does Forgive and Forget Mean Forgetting?

📖 Introduction

Forgiveness is one of the most profound and challenging commands in the Bible. Often, people say, "forgive and forget," but is that truly what the Bible teaches? Does forgiveness mean erasing the memory of pain and offense, or is it something deeper—a choice to release bitterness, seek reconciliation, and follow God’s example of mercy? This 7-day study will help you explore what forgiveness really means from a biblical perspective.

Throughout scripture, God invites us to forgive others just as He has forgiven us, showcasing forgiveness as an act of grace and love, not simply a matter of forgetting past wrongs. While forgetting every offense is impossible for us human beings, God offers a way to heal the wounds through forgiveness. We’ll dive into Scriptures that show how forgiveness affects our hearts, relationships, and freedom from anger and resentment.

Join us in this journey as we peel back layers of cultural sayings, fears, and misconceptions about forgiveness, to reveal God’s true intention. As you engage with these passages, prayers, and reflections, may you find peace in releasing hurts, understanding the difference between forgiving and forgetting, and embrace the freedom God provides.