A God Who Is "Ready to Forgive"-Conclusion of Why Jehovah Is "Ready to Forgive"

Hence, Jehovah knows that perfect obedience is  not possible for us,  no matter how earnestly we may yearn to give it to him.  He lovingly assures us that when we seek his mercy with a contrite heart, he will extend forgiveness.  Psalm 51:17 says:  "The sacrifices  to God are a broken spirit; a broken and crushed, O God, you will not despise."  Jehovah will never reject, or turn away a heart that is "broken and crushed" by the burden of guilt.

Does this mean, though, that we can presume on God's mercy, using our sinful nature as an excuse to sin?  Certainly  not!  Jehovah is not guided by mere sentiment. His mercy has limits.  He will by no means forgive those who hardheartedly practice will sin, not showing any repentance.  (Hebrew 10:26)  On the other hand, when he sees a contrite heart, he is ready to forgive. Let us  now consider some of the expressive language used in the Bible to describe this marvelous facet of Jehovah's love. 

Next time: A God Who Is "Ready to Forgive"-How Completely Does Jehovah Forgive?

From the book: Draw Close to Jehovah