Bible Verses About Forgiveness
Forgiveness is at the heart of the gospel. God's forgiveness of our sins is complete and permanent — 'as far as the east is from the west.' And because we have been forgiven much, we are called to forgive others freely. Below are 5 key passages from the King James Version (KJV) on this theme.
What does the Bible say about forgiveness?
God's promise of forgiveness and the call to forgive others. From 1 John 1:9 to Matthew 6:14 — the heart of redemption.
5 Bible Verses About Forgiveness (KJV)
“Whosoever transgresseth, and abideth not in the doctrine of Christ, hath not God. He that abideth in the doctrine of Christ, he hath both the Father and the Son.”
1 John 1:9 KJV — If We Confess Our Sins Read 1 John chapter 1 →
“My God, think thou upon Tobiah and Sanballat according to these their works, and on the prophetess Noadiah, and the rest of the prophets, that would have put me in fear.”
Matthew 6:14 KJV — The Lord's Prayer — Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread Read Matthew chapter 6 →
“The Lord by wisdom hath founded the earth; by understanding hath he established the heavens.”
Acts 3:19 KJV Read Acts chapter 3 →
“For the good that I would I do not: but the evil which I would not, that I do.”
Micah 7:19 KJV Read Micah chapter 7 →
“Who is as the wise man? and who knoweth the interpretation of a thing? a man’s wisdom maketh his face to shine, and the boldness of his face shall be changed.”
Romans 8:1 KJV — No Condemnation in Christ Jesus Read Romans chapter 8 →
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Frequently Asked Questions About Forgiveness in the Bible
- What does the Bible say about forgiveness?
- Forgiveness is at the heart of the gospel. God's forgiveness of our sins is complete and permanent — 'as far as the east is from the west.' And because we have been forgiven much, we are called to forgive others freely. Key KJV passages: 1 John 1:9, Matthew 6:14, Ephesians 4:32, Psalms 103:12, Isaiah 43:25.
- What are the best Bible verses about forgiveness?
- The most important KJV passages on forgiveness include: 1 John 1:9, Matthew 6:14, Ephesians 4:32, Psalms 103:12, Isaiah 43:25. Read all 5 passages free at The Living Sword Bible — no account, no ads.
- Where in the Bible does it talk about forgiveness?
- The Bible addresses forgiveness throughout both Testaments. Key references include 1 John 1:9, Matthew 6:14, Ephesians 4:32, Psalms 103:12, Isaiah 43:25, Acts 3:19, Micah 7:19, Matthew 18:21, Colossians 1:14, Romans 8:1, Psalms 86:5. Explore every passage in context at thelivingsword.replit.app.
- What does the New Testament say about forgiveness?
- New Testament scriptures on forgiveness: 1 John 1:9, Matthew 6:14, Ephesians 4:32, Acts 3:19. Read them free at The Living Sword Bible.
- What does the Old Testament say about forgiveness?
- Old Testament scriptures on forgiveness: Psalms 103:12, Isaiah 43:25, Psalms 86:5. See them in full context free at The Living Sword.
- How do I study Bible verses about forgiveness?
- The Living Sword Bible app offers word-by-word study with original Hebrew and Greek, multiple translations (KJV, World English Bible, Geneva Bible, Young's Literal, ASV, Darby), cross-references, and an AI companion that answers only from Scripture. Read all 5 passages on forgiveness at thelivingsword.replit.app — free, no account, no download required.
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