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Love and Forgiveness: 15 Scripture Verses on God's Unconditional Grace
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Author/Editor: Melkisedeck Leon Shine, 2015-2017: AckySHINE.com
Love and Forgiveness: 15 Scripture Verses on God's Unconditional Grace
In a world that often feels cold and unforgiving, the concept of love and forgiveness can seem like a distant dream. However, as Christians, we are called to embody and reflect God's unconditional grace in our lives. Through Scripture, we find guidance and inspiration to love one another, to forgive as God forgives us, and to trust in His unwavering love. Let us explore 15 scripture verses that reveal God's incredible grace and encourage us to embrace love and forgiveness in our daily lives.
"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." - John 3:16 🌍
"But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." - Romans 5:8 ✝️
"Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins." - 1 Peter 4:8 ❤️
"Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you." - Colossians 3:13 🙏
"But I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you." - Matthew 5:44 🌿
"And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony." - Colossians 3:14 🌈
"Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you." - Ephesians 4:32 🤗
"Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth." - 1 Corinthians 13:4-6 💗
"But love your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return, and your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High, for he is kind to the ungrateful and the evil." - Luke 6:35 🌟
"Let all that you do be done in love." - 1 Corinthians 16:14 🌺
"Judge not, and you will not be judged; condemn not, and you will not be condemned; forgive, and you will be forgiven." - Luke 6:37 ✨
"For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you." - Matthew 6:14 🌞
"Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, bless, for to this you were called, that you may obtain a blessing." - 1 Peter 3:9 🌻
"Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good." - Romans 12:9 🌺
"And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love." - 1 Corinthians 13:13 💫
Let these scripture verses be a reminder of God's unconditional love and His desire for us to extend that love to others. As Jesus taught us through His examples and teachings, love and forgiveness are the foundations of our faith. By choosing love and forgiveness, we can overcome bitterness, heal broken relationships, and experience the true joy that comes from embracing God's grace.
So, dear reader, I encourage you to open your heart to God's love. Believe that He loves you unconditionally and desires to pour His grace into your life. Trust in His guidance and let His love flow through you, allowing you to love others with the same fervor. Remember, love and forgiveness are powerful tools that can transform lives and bring healing to our hurting world.
May God bless you abundantly as you choose to walk in the path of love and forgiveness. May His grace be your strength and His love be your constant companion. And may you find peace and joy in knowing that you are deeply loved by the Creator of the universe. Amen. 🙏💖🌟
God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. – 1 Corinthians 10:13
👥Rose Kiwanga
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Mar 17, 2016
God bless you!
👥Anna Malela
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Mar 17, 2016
Galatians 6:7-9 – "Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up."
👥Stephen Mushi
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Mar 15, 2016
With God, all things are possible
👥Moses Kipkemboi
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Mar 14, 2016
This one really hit home. I’m going to share it with my friends.
👥John Mwangi
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Mar 14, 2016
Wow, so thought-provoking!
👥Isaac Kiptoo
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Mar 6, 2016
When you focus on God’s promises instead of the problems, your faith increases. – Joyce Meyer
👥Stephen Malecela
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Feb 27, 2016
He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. – Psalm 147:3
👥Jackson Makori
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Feb 15, 2016
John 7:37-39 – "On the last and greatest day of the festival, Jesus stood and said in a loud voice, 'Let anyone who is thirsty come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.' By this he meant the Spirit, whom those who believed in him were later to receive. Up to that time the Spirit had not been given, since Jesus had not yet been glorified."
👥David Ochieng
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Feb 14, 2016
There is hope for a future, for God knows the plans He has for you
👥Faith Kariuki
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Feb 5, 2016
Another great quote to reflect on—your blog never disappoints!
👥James Mduma
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Jan 29, 2016
Wow, this really hit home. 💥 It’s like this quote was written specifically for me. I can’t even begin to explain how relevant this is to my current situation. It’s incredible how words can be so transformative—they have the power to shift perspectives and make you think differently about life’s challenges. I’ll be reflecting on this for a while because it has really opened my eyes and given me the strength to keep moving forward.
👥Salum
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Jan 22, 2016
Faith is the art of holding on to things in spite of your changing moods and circumstances. – C.S. Lewis
👥Mwajabu
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Jan 18, 2016
I’ve been struggling lately, but this quote gives me hope again.
👥Khadija
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Dec 31, 2015
Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always. – 1 Chronicles 16:11
👥Agnes Sumaye
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Dec 31, 2015
Beautiful and meaningful quote. 🌸 I love how this quote captures such a profound message with such elegance and grace. It’s not just beautiful in its wording, but also in the truth it conveys. There’s so much wisdom in these few lines, and it’s something I’ll carry with me for a long time. It’s a reminder to focus on what truly matters in life and to find beauty in the simple moments. Thank you for sharing this lovely message!
👥Samson Mahiga
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Dec 16, 2015
When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. – Psalm 56:3
👥Ali
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Dec 10, 2015
For everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith. – 1 John 5:4
👥Victor Sokoine
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Dec 10, 2015
1 John 3:16-18 – "This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters. If anyone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need but has no pity on them, how can the love of God be in that person? Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth."
👥Abubakar
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Dec 8, 2015
Faith and prayer are the vitamins of the soul; man cannot live in health without them. – Mahalia Jackson
👥Ruth Mtangi
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Dec 6, 2015
Faith is taking God at His word, not doubting His promises. – Charles Spurgeon
👥Patrick Mutua
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Dec 5, 2015
John 1:1-5 – "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it."
👥Janet Mwikali
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Dec 4, 2015
Faith is trusting in God when life doesn’t make sense. – Rick Warren
👥Omar
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Nov 24, 2015
This is exactly the kind of positivity the world needs right now!
👥Grace Mushi
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Nov 23, 2015
To trust God in the light is nothing, but to trust Him in the dark, that is faith. – Charles Spurgeon
👥Lydia Wanyama
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Nov 22, 2015
The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. – Hebrews 13:6
👥Chris Okello
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Nov 20, 2015
This quote is a reminder of how powerful words can be.
👥Khadija
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Nov 19, 2015
For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them. – Matthew 18:20
👥Ruth Mtangi
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Nov 17, 2015
This one speaks volumes!
👥Michael Onyango
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Nov 10, 2015
Such a positive message! 🌞
👥Ahmed
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Oct 30, 2015
Faith is not the belief that God will do what you want. It is the belief that God will do what is right. – Max Lucado
👥Muslima
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Oct 18, 2015
Faith is not the absence of fear; it is the presence of trust. – Unknown
👥Zawadi
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Oct 13, 2015
Faith is resting in the fact that God has everything under control. – Unknown
👥Janet Mwikali
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Sep 30, 2015
In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace. – Ephesians 1:7
👥Victor Mwalimu
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Sep 28, 2015
Hebrews 11:1-3 – "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. This is what the ancients were commended for. By faith, we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible."
👥Kevin Maina
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Sep 20, 2015
Romans 12:1-2 – "Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will."
👥Mustafa
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Sep 20, 2015
So simple, yet profound. 🌱 Sometimes, the simplest words are the ones that carry the most meaning, and this quote is a perfect example of that. It’s a beautiful reminder that life doesn’t have to be complicated to be meaningful. I’m going to carry this message with me and try to live more simply and intentionally. Thank you for sharing such a profound and powerful reminder!
👥Elijah Mutua
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Sep 16, 2015
The righteous shall live by faith. – Romans 1:17
👥Monica Lissu
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Sep 16, 2015
Praying for you 🙏
👥Nora Kidata
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Sep 7, 2015
This one gave me chills—so powerful yet simple.
👥Diana Mumbua
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Aug 29, 2015
If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. – Romans 10:9
👥Halima
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Aug 29, 2015
Acts 2:42-47 – "They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs performed by the apostles. All the believers were together and had everything in common. They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need. Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved."
👥John Malisa
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Aug 26, 2015
For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. – 2 Timothy 1:7
👥Shani
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Aug 14, 2015
You don’t need great faith; you need faith in a great God. – Unknown
👥John Kamande
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Aug 7, 2015
2 Timothy 4:6-8 – "For I am already being poured out like a drink offering, and the time for my departure is near. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me but also to all who have longed for his appearing."
👥Francis Mtangi
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Aug 7, 2015
Faith grows stronger in trials
👥Martin Otieno
Guest
Aug 6, 2015
1 Peter 1:3-5 – "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy, he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade. This inheritance is kept in heaven for you, who through faith are shielded by God’s power until the coming of the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time."
👥Anna Kibwana
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Jul 30, 2015
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him. – Romans 15:13
👥David Ochieng
Guest
Jul 23, 2015
Faith is the courage to face uncertainty with the assurance that God is in control. – Unknown
👥Grace Minja
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Jul 13, 2015
Do everything in love. – 1 Corinthians 16:14
👥Mwanajuma
Guest
Jul 9, 2015
John 10:9-11 – "I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. They will come in and go out, and find pasture. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep."
👥Alice Mrema
Guest
Jul 9, 2015
Romans 8:35-39 – "Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? As it is written: ‘For your sake, we face death all day long; we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered.’ No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord."
👥Ndoto
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Jun 27, 2015
This quote is a game-changer! 🔥 I’ve read a lot of quotes in my life, but this one really stands out. It’s one of those rare quotes that has the power to completely shift your mindset and make you see things from a whole new perspective. I’m feeling so inspired after reading this, and I know it’s going to have a lasting impact on how I approach life’s challenges. Thank you for posting something so transformative!
👥David Kawawa
Guest
Jun 27, 2015
God has a plan for you, trust in it
👥Henry Sokoine
Guest
Jun 26, 2015
Feeling inspired after reading!
👥Philip Nyaga
Guest
Jun 17, 2015
John 3:16-18 – "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe stands condemned already because they have not believed in the name of God’s one and only Son."
👥Halima
Guest
Jun 17, 2015
1 Corinthians 3:16-17 – "Don’t you know that you yourselves are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in your midst? If anyone destroys God’s temple, God will destroy that person; for God’s temple is sacred, and you together are that temple."
👥Betty Akinyi
Guest
Jun 9, 2015
For nothing will be impossible with God. – Luke 1:37
👥Patrick Akech
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Jun 9, 2015
Love how deep this is!
👥Sumaya
Guest
Jun 8, 2015
Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. – Hebrews 11:1
