FORGIVENESS, THE NON-NEGOTIABLE ACT

14th May 2025

FORGIVENESS, THE NON-NEGOTIABLE ACT

[13] bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has a complaint against another; even as Christ forgave you, so you also must do ~ Colossians 3:13 NKJV

The Lord presents the topic of forgiveness in His word as non-negotiable; as you can see, in the scripture above, God uses the word ‘must’ in relation to this. Sometimes, we believe we have a right to hold unforgiveness in our hearts against someone who we may feel has done something ‘unforgiveable’ towards us.

Are you asking – “But Pastor Enoch, how many times must I keep forgiving this sister/brother? She/He just keeps on hurting me!”. Peter asked Jesus the same question in Matthew 18 v 21, Jesus responded with a parable that must have blown Peter’s mind (Matthew 18 v 22-35). If we choose not to forgive others, our Father in heaven will choose not to forgive us. Forgiveness is non-negotiable.

I want you to take a minute and think about the atrocities that were committed against Jesus Christ… He was lied against, spat on, beaten, whipped, denied, and betrayed by those closest to Him, hated without a cause, yet He still forgave. In taking His last breaths, He still saw the opportunity to utter the words ‘Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do’ (Luke 23 v 34).

You do not forgive once you are healed, you forgive during the pain of the betrayal, the heartache, and the sorrow – so that you can be healed. Ephesians 4 v 32 encourages us to be kind-hearted towards each other and to forgive each other as Christ also forgave us. Are you harbouring bitterness, anger, hurt, malice, and offence in your heart? Make today the day that you let go, set yourself free from the bondage of unforgiveness, and allow God to heal you. Forgiveness is non-negotiable.

Confession:
Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ.

40 thoughts on “FORGIVENESS, THE NON-NEGOTIABLE ACT”

  1. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ.
    Thank you pastor. More grace sir 🙏

  2. Ifeoluwa Abraham Ayinla

    Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ. Àmen 🙏
    Thank you Pastor

  3. ‘Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do’ (Luke 23 v 34).

    The reality and assurance of who you are and God’s plan for you gives you a sense of security that no one can stop God’s plan but see everything as part of the process.
    It them empowers us to live above any and every form of offence.

    Confession:
    Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ. Amen

    Thank you so much Papa for this powerful devotion. God bless, sustain and increase you in the name of Jesus. Amen

    Shalom Papa

  4. Adelaide Nenguke

    Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ.Amen

    Thank you pastor for this devotion

  5. TODAY, I LET GO OF ALL UNFORGIVENESS, BITTERNESS, AND MALICE, I LIVE A LIFE OF FORGIVENESS; JUST AS I HAVE BEEN FORGIVEN BY JESUS CHRIST. AMEN

    The you BiG Papa for the powerful devotion.

  6. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ. Thank You Pastor Sir.

  7. Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do’ (Luke 23 v 34).

    The reality and assurance of who you are and God’s plan for you gives you a sense of security that no one can stop God’s plan but see everything as part of the process.
    It then empowers you to live above any and every form of offence.

    Confession:
    Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ. Amen

    Thank you so much Papa for this powerful devotion. God bless, sustain and increase you in the name of Jesus. Amen

    Shalom Papa

  8. Evangelist Margaret Jesuorobo

    [13] BEARING WITH ONE ANOTHER, AND FORGIVING ONE ANOTHER, IF ANYONE HAS A COMPLAINT AGAINST ANOTHER; EVEN AS CHRIST FORGAVE YOU, SO YOU ALSO MUST DO ~ COLOSSIANS 3:13 NKJ
    HALLELUJAH
    HALLELUJAH
    HALLELUJAH
    I LIVE A LIFE OF FORGIVENESS. IF JESUS CAN PRAY FATHER FORGIVE THEM FOR THEY KNOW NOT WHAT THEY DO.

    BUT GOD IS SO MERCIFUL AND COMPASSIONATE HE FORGIVES THE VIALIEST OFFENDER WHO TRULY BELIEVES ONE MOMENT WITH JESUS A PARDON RECEIVED.

    HALLELUJAH
    HALLELUJAH
    I HAVE NO CHOICE BUT TO FORGIVE ALL WHO HAS DONE ME WRONG

    NOT BY MY OWN STRENGTH BUT BS CHRIST SAW THAT IT IS BOHT THE WILL

    TODAY, I LET GO OF ALL UNFORGIVEN4ESS, BITTERNESS, AND MALICE, I LIVE A LIFE OF FORGIVENESS; JUST AS I HAVE BEEN FORGIVEN BY JESUS CHRIST.

    THANK YOU SO MUCH PASTOR, SIR

    THANK GOD FOR YOUR LIFE SIR.
    MORE GRACE,MORE STRENGTH
    MORE MERCY AND GRACE.

    SHALOM. SHALOM.

  9. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ.

    Good morning Sir and thank you for this devotion

  10. Today, I let go of all unforgiven, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ.
    Amen🙏

  11. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ. Ameeeeen 🔥
    Thank you sir 🙏

  12. Some truths about forgiveness.
    1. It is an instruction from God not an advise
    2. It is non negotiable
    3. You forgive while still in pain not when you are healed
    4. Forgive others because Christ forgave you.
    Thank you Papa

  13. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ. Amen! Thank you so much for this devotion Sir ✝️🌻🎆 🙏🏾

  14. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ.

  15. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ.Thank you so much Sir. God bless you 🙏 and the minister 🙏 of the week 🙏 🙌. Amen 🙏.

  16. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ.

  17. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ.Thank you 🙏 so much Sir. God bless you and and the Minister of the week 🙏 🙌. Amen.

  18. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ.Thank you 🙏 so much Sir. God bless you and and the Minister of the week 🙏 🙌. Amen.

  19. Olubunmi Onilenla

    Forgiveness is non-negotiable. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ.

  20. Forgiveness is non negotiable so if we do not forgive others our Heavenly Father will not forgive us. When you let go of unforgiveness you let yourself free of bondage and allow God to heal you. Thank you Pastor for this powerful devotional 🙏

  21. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ.

    Thank you pastor amen 🙏

  22. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ.
    Amennnnnnnn and Amennnnnnnn Thank you Pastor for this wonderful devotion.

  23. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ. Amen. Thank you Pastor for this wonderful devotional 🙏🏼

  24. Sotonwa Oluwagbenga

    Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ. Amen

    Thank you so much Papa for this powerful devotion. God bless, sustain and increase you in the name of Jesus. Amen

  25. Hallelujah hallelujah Glory be to God Almighty Thank you Father for your Holy Word today and always.
    Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ.
    Amen amen and amen.
    Thank you Daddy for this powerful devotion. More grace and strength sir.

  26. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ
    Thank you pastor for the powerful devotion more grace sir since offenses are inevitable, I must make a room for this devotion help me Lord.

  27. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ in Jesus name. Amen. Thank you so much Papa. Increase grace sir

  28. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ.
    Thank you Pastor for this powerful Devotion Amen 🙏🙏

  29. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ.
    Thank you so much Pastor for this devotional

  30. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ. Amen . Thank you Pastor for this wonderful devotional.🙏

  31. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ🙏,Thank you so much for this powerful Devotion Papa,God bless you mightily in Jesus mighty name Sir 🙏🔥.

  32. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ. Amen thank you Daddy for this powerful devotion May the Lord bless you in Jesus name more grace to make more devotion Amen 🙏 🙌

  33. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ. Thank you daddy for this powerful wonderful devotion may the Lord bless you and keep you safe in Jesus precious name amen 🙏

  34. “You do not forgive once you are healed, you forgive during the pain of the betrayal, the heartache, and the sorrow – so that you can be healed”. Thank you so much man of God. We appreciate you.

  35. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ. AMEN AND AMEN THANK YOU LORD FOR I WILL FORGIVE. THANK YOU DADDY FOR THIS POWERFUL DEVOTIONAL. 🙏

  36. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ. The Lord will continue to work on each of our hearts in Jesus name, amen.

    Thank you so much for this vital devotion, may the Lord continue to strengthen & uphold you Papa.

  37. Ebubechi Amadi

    Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ.
    Thank you Pastor, thank you Minister of the week 🙏 increased grace and strength.

  38. Jerdyah Mahal

    If we choose not to forgive others, our Father in heaven will choose not to forgive us. Forgiveness is non-negotiable.

    Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ.

    Thank you Pastor, Mama Joy and Family for Today’s devotional.

    We give God all the praise and all the glory.

    🙏🏾

  39. Today, I let go of all unforgiveness, bitterness, and malice, I live a life of forgiveness; just as I have been forgiven by Jesus Christ.
    Thank you Pastor-God bless you 🙏🏽❤️

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