61 Forgiveness Quotes

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1. It isn't always enough to be forgiven by others. Sometimes you have to learn to forgive yourself. Unknown, Wisdom About Life




2. What Christianity is....Toward the penitent it is forgiveness. Unknown




3. God led Jesus to a cross, not a crown, and yet that cross ultimately proved to be the gateway to freedom and forgiveness for every sinner in the world. Bill Hybels




4. Forgive the sins I have confessed to Thee, forgive the secret sins I do not see, that which I know not, Father, each Thou me — help me to live. Charles H. Gabriel, My Evening Prayer




5. Choose love over fury, let understanding be your guide, and in your heart, let forgiveness reside. Catherine Pulsifer, Anger Creates Sadness




6. To be a Christian means to forgive the inexcusable because God has forgiven the inexcusable in you. C.S. Lewis





7. Fair as a rainbow in summer after a chilling blast, is the sweet smile of forgiveness when anger's clouds are past. Mary C. Ryan




8. There's forgiveness for him who, through lacking the spark of genius, is "downed" in the thick of the strife. Strickland Gillilan, Unpardonable




9. To be social is to be forgiving. Robert Frost




10. This world were sweet, believe me, free from bitterness and woe if those blessed words "Forgive me" didn't choke a fellow so. Strickland Gillilan




11. Oh, wondrous cross that stands so tall, embodiment of God's eternal call. In your form, hope finds its place, redemption and forgiveness embrace. Catherine Pulsifer, God's Eternal Call




12. Through forgiveness’ embrace, release shall arise, as burdens dissipate before forgiving skies. Catherine Pulsifer, A Weight




13. I pray that God blesses you to see your need for His forgiveness, and to see your pride as His enemy. Stephen Shortridge





14. When you are happy you can forgive a great deal. Princess Diana




15. Church - Forgiveness hangs in the air with Heaven's sweet scent, we plead and pray for mercy asking him never to relent. Catherine Pulsifer, No Perfect People




16. Forgiveness is important in families, especially when there are so many secrets that need to be healed - for the most part, every family's got them. Tyler Perry




17. You who want peace can find it only by complete forgiveness. Helen Schucman




18. Despite our flaws and every sin we bear, God's forgiveness reigns, His mercy held with care. Catherine Pulsifer, A Reminder Of His Love




19. Hope springs forth from Jesus' forgiveness divine, the cross whispers resolutely: salvation is thine. Catherine Pulsifer, His Forgiveness




20. In the bible it says you have to forgive seventy times seven. I want you all to know, I’m keeping a chart. Hillary Rodham Clinton




21. Here is the amazing thing about Easter; the Resurrection Sunday for Christians is this, that Christ in the dying moments on the cross gives us the greatest illustration of forgiveness possible. T. D. Jakes




22. Nothing in this low and ruined world bears the meek impress of the Son of God so surely as forgiveness. Alice Cary





23. Love is an act of endless forgiveness, a tender look which becomes a habit. Peter Ustinov




24. I never say it enough, but thank you God for forgiving me and for not keeping score. Catherine Pulsifer, Thank You, God




25. God is sufficient with power and grace. Yes, He'll forgive you, with love pure and strong, His presence will bless you if you're where you belong. Greta Zwaan, Abram - Gods Promise




26. Let past wounds be washed away...excitedly, we hold hands tight, united in forgiveness, our souls take flight. Catherine Pulsifer, Forgiveness, Our Guiding Light




27. We must "look forward and not backward"; we must learn the grace of self-forgiveness. C. G. Ames, Look Forward




28. Knowing when to forgive someone is a blessing. Angel Moreira




29. In order to live, we need to forgive. And let what's true be heard by all. Julie Hebert, Live Life





30. We must develop and maintain the capacity to forgive. He who is devoid of the power to forgive is devoid of the power to love. Martin Luther King Jr.




31. One of my greatest lessons of growth was to stop dwelling in the past and forgive myself and others from all the pain and hurt that was caused. When I finally let go and released, I was free with glee. Jason Micheal Ratliff




32. Forgiveness is giving up hope for a better past. Author Unknown




33. I believe—that no matter how good a friend is, they're going to hurt you every once in a while and you must forgive them for that. Unknown, I Believe That




34. When you have a chance to forgive, think of all you'll gain and forget all you've lost. Saim. A. Cheeda




35. Mistakes are always forgivable, if one has the courage to admit them Bruce Lee




36. Forgiveness for one's self is the only way we can keep going through life and give ourselves the best chance at being the best people we can be. Yolanda Hadid




37. January, the month of new beginnings, a time for repentance and forgiveness. Catherine Pulsifer, Open To God's Messages




38. TODAY—Keep a promise.Find the time. Forego a grudge. Forgive an enemy. Unknown, Today





39. The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong. Mahatma Gandhi




40. The golden sun is sinking fast 'twill soon be night! Forgive, and let your wrath be cast far out of sight!
    Unknown, Before The Sun Goes Down
    




41. I like second chances. I've given people second chances. You have fall-outs with friends, and forgiveness is a great thing to have. It's not easy to forgive. I definitely don't forget, but I do forgive. Odette Annable




42. Forgive thy brother who has erred, and take him by the hand;and, as you speak a generous word, assist his feet to stand. Daniel C. Colesworthy, ForgiveThy Brother




43. Forgiveness is the remission of sins. For it is by this that what has been lost, and was found, is saved from being lost again. Saint Augustine




44. Man has two great spiritual needs. One is for forgiveness. The other is for goodness. Billy Graham




45. We need to let go of the things that upset us and practice forgiveness realizing that in the end love is the most important aspect of life! Catherine Pulsifer





46. A winner rebukes and forgives; a loser is too timid to rebuke and too petty to forgive. Sydney J. Harris




47. Forgiveness is the key that unlocks the door of resentment William Arthur Ward, Forgiveness Is




48. What is the point of not forgiving it is like missing out on living. To forgive will help you more it is, for sure, a great cure. Catherine Pulsifer, Letting Go Is A Sure Cure




49. Anger begets more anger, and forgiveness and love lead to more forgiveness and love. Mahavira




50. Wisdom reflects and ask forgiveness, kind words never die. J.J. Thorne, Kind Words Never Died




51. Forgiveness is the fragrance that the violet sheds on the heel that has crushed it. Mark Twain




52. Inner peace can be reached only when we practice forgiveness. Forgiveness is letting go of the past, and is therefore the means for correcting our misperceptions. Gerald Jampolsky




53. Life is too short for being mad, get over it and find some glad. Life is too short to not forgive, keep your thoughts positive. Catherine Pulsifer, So True




54. Grass is the forgiveness of nature - her constant benediction. Brian Ingalls




55. Blessed is the person who ...who practices unlimited forgiveness towards others; William Arthur Ward, Blessed





56. Don't hold grudges, do forgive - live your life finding the positive find the good, forget the bad then you find happiness, not the sad. Catherine Pulsifer, One Lesson




57. For This One Hour I can be forgiving. I can leave the lowlands of resentment, grudges and bitterness, and rise to the highlands of understanding, love and forgiveness. William Arthur Ward




58. Forgiveness is the divine miracle of grace. The cost to God was the Cross of Christ. Oswald Chambers




59. God is a God of mercy and compassion and is always ready to forgive all who truly repent. Donna Schmier




60. All our lives are interwoven. on each other we rely. Brain and brawn must work together, letting ancient grudges die. Patience Strong, Unity




61. Blessed is the person who ....who practices unlimited forgiveness towards others William Arthur Ward, Blessed