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The  Luke 11:9  series -  As we forgive those who trespass against us … Previous Next Even as he was crucified between two criminals, Jesus asked God the Father to forgive his tormentors unconditionally, saying,   “ Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do .” [ Luke 23:34]   One need not look further for the perfect example of granting forgiveness.  The ethos of divine forgiveness is lucidly captured in the hymn, “ Amazing Grace ”; Hear this cover by famous country singer Alan Jackson . Jesus gave us one of the most beautiful prayers ever, called The Lord’s Prayer : ' When you pray, say: "Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done on Earth as it is in Heaven. Give us day by day our daily bread. And forgive us our sins, For we also forgive everyone who is indebted to us. And do not lead us into temptation, But deliver us from the evil one .”' [ Luke 11:2-4 ] In te...