“But I say to you who hear: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, and pray for those who spitefully use you” (NKJV).

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I. “Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me and I forgive him?” (Matt. 18:21-22).

He Held No Grudges

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II. “When He was reviled He did not revile in return”

He Bore Injury Without Malice

• 1 Peter 2:21-23• 1 Corinthians 13:5

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III. “Today I must stay at your home” (Luke 19:1-8).

He Was Kind to His Enemies

• Matthew 26:47-50

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IV. “Father, forgive them” (Luke 23:32-34).

Jesus Was Forgiving

• Matthew 6:14-15• Matthew 18:35• Philippians 4:9• 1 Corinthians 11:1