Matthew 18:21 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times?

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Then Peter came up to Jesus and asked, 'Lord, when my brother keeps messing up and hurting me, how many times do I have to forgive him? Like, seven times and then I'm done?'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Peter thought seven chances was being generous — he was about to get schooled on what real forgiveness looks like.

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