February 8 & 9, 2025 Pastor Amy - Forgive Quotes Forgiveness does not mean ignoring what has been done or putting a false label on an evil act. It means, rather, that the evil act no longer remains a barrier to the relationship. – Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. “He who is devoid of the power to forgive is devoid of the power to love.” – Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Bible Verses Matthew 6:7-15 – Lord’s Prayer Matthew 5:42 – Share with those in need Deuteronomy 15:1-2 – Forgiving debt Leviticus 25 – Year of Jubilee Luke 7:36-50 – Forgiveness and Love Reflection Questions In what ways might our ability to forgive others be connected to our capacity to fully experience God's forgiveness? How can we balance the call to forgive with the need for justice and accountability in situations of harm or abuse? In what ways can practicing forgiveness contribute to building the kind of beloved community that Jesus envisions in the Sermon on the Mount? Who needs to hear our forgiveness this week? Whom do I need to ask for forgiveness this week? MY NOTES