The Power of Forgiveness and Divine Justice:
When we harm good, innocent people, the fleeting joy from such deeds is soon overshadowed by their consequences. Scripture warns against gloating in evil actions, for “the evil man is snared by his own sin” (Proverbs 14:27), and “your reward is surely coming” (Hebrews 10:30). God sees all, and HIS justice is certain; “for the sword of the Lord is filled with blood” Be cautious in your treatment of those who have shown you kindness, and it is a serious sin to attack God’s anointed, HIS chosen, do not harm them in any way (1 Samuel 24:6).
God will always provide for those with pure hearts, as “the Lord is near to the brokenhearted” (Psalm 34:18). HIS retribution may not be immediate, but “it is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God” (Hebrews 10:31). Our faith in Him must outweigh our fear of earthly matters, for “the truth will set you free” (John 8:32).
Live in constant forgiveness, as “if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly FATHER will also forgive you” (Matthew 6:14), and may God’s grace continually cover you.
In the end, we must remember that God’s justice is perfect, and HIS timing is flawless. The world may tempt us to seek revenge, or gloat in our fleeting victories; true peace comes from trusting in God’s righteous judgment, and walking in love, and forgiveness.
Let your actions reflect the mercy and grace that God freely offers, knowing that HE will always make a way for those who seek HIM with a pure heart. Choose forgiveness over bitterness, for when we forgive, we mirror the love of our CREATOR. And in doing so, we position ourselves to receive the same grace that God extends to us each day.
Previously mentioned Scripture:
Proverbs 14:27
New International Version
27 “The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, turning a person from the snares of death.”
Proverbs 14:27
King James Version
27 “The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.”
Proverbs 14:27
Living Bible
27 “Reverence for the Lord is a fountain of life; its waters keep a man from death.”
Hebrews 10:30
New International Version
30 “For we know him who said, “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,” and again, “The Lord will judge his people.” ”
Hebrews 10:30
King James Version
30 “For we know him that hath said, Vengeance belongeth unto me, I will recompense, saith the Lord. And again, The Lord shall judge his people.”
Hebrews 10:30
Living Bible
30 “For we know him who said, “Justice belongs to me; I will repay them”; who also said, “The Lord himself will handle these cases.” ”
1 Samuel 24:6
New International Version
6 “He said to his men, “The Lord forbid that I should do such a thing to my master, the Lord’s anointed, or lay my hand on him; for he is the anointed of the Lord.” ”
1 Samuel 24:6
King James Version
6 “And he said unto his men, The Lord forbid that I should do this thing unto my master, the Lord’s anointed, to stretch forth mine hand against him, seeing he is the anointed of the Lord.”
1 Samuel 24:6
Living Bible
6 “ “I shouldn’t have done it,” he said to his men. “It is a serious sin to attack God’s chosen king in any way.” ”
Psalm 34:18
New International Version
18 “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
Psalm 34:18
King James Version
18 “The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.”
Psalm 34:18
Living Bible
18 “The Lord is close to those whose hearts are breaking; he rescues those who are humbly sorry for their sins.”
Hebrews 10:31
New International Version
31 “It is a dreadful thing to fall into the hands of the living God.”
Hebrews 10:31
King James Version
31 “It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God.”
Hebrews 10:31
Living Bible
31 “It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God.”
John 8:32
New International Version
32 “Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” ”
John 8:32
King James Version
32 “And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”
John 8:32
Living Bible
32 “and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” ”
Matthew 6:14
New International Version
14 “For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.”
Matthew 6:14
King James Version
14 “For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you:”
Matthew 6:14-15
Living Bible
14-15 “Your heavenly Father will forgive you if you forgive those who sin against you; but if you refuse to forgive them, he will not forgive you.”