In this episode, we explore the heart of the Father toward forgiveness and repentance - His desire that none would perish, but that all would come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9). Drawing from Ezekiel 18 and Ezekiel 36, we’re reminded that God takes no pleasure in judgment, but delights in restoring hearts, cleansing His people, and giving new life.
We also look at Jesus’ call to love and pray for our enemies (Matthew 5:44) and the powerful picture of forgiveness and humility found in Luke 7:37–50. While Scripture assures us that vengeance belongs to the Lord, this episode gently challenges the posture of our hearts when we cling to anger, bitterness, or the hope of seeing someone “get what they deserve.”
God welcomes our honesty - He invites us to bring our real emotions to Him - but He never intends for us to remain there. When bitterness is left unchecked, it can take root and begin to choke out what God desires to do in us and through us. The purpose of forgiveness, especially when we pray for those who have hurt us, is not rooted in anticipating judgment, but in allowing the Lord to soften our hearts and align them with His.
As God has shown mercy to us, we are invited to carry that same heart toward others - believing in faith that repentance, restoration, and transformation are possible. Forgiveness is not about excusing sin; it is about trusting God with justice while choosing to walk in the freedom He offers.
