V. “And Forgive Us Our Trespasses, as We Forgive Those Who Trespass AGAINST US”
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Christian prayer extends to the forgiveness of enemies,144
transfiguring the disciple by configuring him to his Master. Forgiveness is a high-point
of Christian prayer; only hearts attuned to God’s compassion can receive the
gift of prayer. Forgiveness also bears witness that, in our world, love is
stronger than sin. the martyrs of yesterday and today bear this witness to
Jesus. Forgiveness is the fundamental condition of the reconciliation of the
children of God with their Father and of men with one another.145
- SECTION TWO THE LORD’S PRAYER
- Article 3 THE SEVEN PETITIONS
- V. “And Forgive Us Our Trespasses, as We Forgive Those Who Trespass AGAINST US”
- Article 3 THE SEVEN PETITIONS
From The Catechism of the Catholic Church – rosary.team
Original Link: https://www.vatican.va/archive/ENG0015/__PAB.HTM
