Matthew 28:21-22
Then Peter came and said to Him, “Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me and I forgive him? Up to seven times?” Jesus *said to him, “I do not say to you, up to seven times, but up to seventy times seven.

What a blessing that my self righteousness is not what puts me in favor with God. What a blessing that as I stumble, trying my best not to sin, that I am still forgiven. What a blessing it is that God gives us second chances.

Peter was trying to understand the law, but he was also testing the limits to determine when he could give up on someone. Maybe Peter had a dispute with someone, who had sinned against him many times. Was there a limit under the law that allowed him to say, “I will forgive you no longer”.

What if God had a limit on the number of sins that we commit against Him? Would anyone survive?

Heavenly Father, thank you for second chances. Thank you that Your forgiveness is complete and without limits. Thank you Jesus for making that possible. I pray that You will give me the strength to forgive others as You have forgiven me. Forgive me for putting limits on others. I pray in Jesus name. Amen.

Always praying for the glory of God,