Mat 18:21 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Matt 18:21-35: 18:21-35 Peter’s suggestion of seven times was generous, so Jesus’ answer was startling. The disciple’s willingness to forgive should be like God’s forgiving grace, limitless and free (see 18:10-14 ). Those who do not forgive in this way cannot themselves have experienced God’s forgiveness (18:35 ; see 6:12 ).

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‏ Matthew 18:21

Summary for Matt 18:21-35: 18:21-35 ^a Peter’s suggestion of seven times was generous, so Jesus’ answer was startling. The disciple’s willingness to forgive should be like God’s forgiving grace, limitless and free (see 18:10-14 ^b). Those who do not forgive in this way cannot themselves have experienced God’s forgiveness (18:35 ^c; see 6:12 ^d).