How can Psalm 103:10 inspire us to forgive others as God forgives?

Focus Verse

Psalm 103:10: “He has not dealt with us according to our sins, nor repaid us according to our iniquities.”

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God’s Mercy in Plain Sight

- Withholds deserved punishment

- Cancels the debt we owe

- Flows from steadfast love (see vv. 11-12)

- Stands as a literal, historical fact of God’s character

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How This Fuels Our Forgiveness

1. Mirrors the Father’s heart (Ephesians 4:32)

2. Reminds us of our own pardon (Romans 5:8)

3. Keeps fellowship with God open (Matthew 6:15)

4. Obeys a clear command (Colossians 3:13)

5. Displays the gospel to others (John 13:35)

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Practical Steps

• Personalize the verse—insert your name.

• List sins God has forgiven you.

• Cancel others’ debts by recalling, “He has not dealt with me…”

• Pray Psalm 103:10-12 over the offender.

• Respond with tangible kindness (Romans 12:20).

• Repeat as often as needed (Matthew 18:22).

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Encouragement When It’s Hard

- Mercy is new every morning (Lamentations 3:22-23).

- The Spirit supplies power to forgive (Galatians 5:22-23).

- Justice rests with God (Romans 12:19).

- Forgiveness frees you from bitterness (Hebrews 12:15).

- All wrongs will be perfectly addressed by Christ or at judgment (2 Corinthians 5:10).

Let the wonder of Psalm 103:10’s mercy melt resentment and move you to extend the same undeserved grace to others.