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21Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times?
Matthew 18:21 —
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Matthew Henry
(vv. 21-35)This part of the discourse concerning offences is certainly to be understood of personal wrongs, which is in our power to forgive. Now observe, I. Peter’s question concerning this matter (Matt. 18:21); Lord, how oft shall my brother trespass against me, and I forgive him ? Will it suffice to do it seven times ? 1. He takes it for granted that he must forgive; Christ had before taught his disciples...
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