Key Scripture: Matthew 6:14

For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.

Devotional

Forgiveness is one of the most challenging—and freeing—expressions of prayer. When we bring unforgiveness before God, He invites us to release what we’ve been holding tightly. Forgiveness is not denial; it is surrender.

Prayer helps us process pain honestly. God does not rush healing, but He gently leads us toward freedom. As we forgive, we are not excusing the offense—we are choosing to trust God with justice and restoration.

Unforgiveness creates spiritual resistance. Prayer softens hardened places and opens the door for healing to begin. God’s grace empowers us to forgive what feels impossible on our own.

Freedom follows forgiveness. When we release others, we free our own hearts to fully receive God’s peace.

Scripture Insight

Matthew 6:14 connects forgiveness directly to spiritual freedom and intimacy with God.

Heart Check

Is there someone you need to release to God today?

Practice Today

• Name the hurt honestly before God.
• Ask for grace to forgive.
• Speak forgiveness aloud as an act of obedience.
• Pray blessing over the person (even if it’s brief).

Reflection: What weight might be lifted if you fully surrendered unforgiveness?

Prayer: Father, I bring my hurt to You. Give me the grace to forgive as You have forgiven me. Heal my heart and free me from the weight of resentment. I trust You with justice and restoration. In Jesus’ name, Amen.