Do Christians Always Have to Forgive?

Should you forgive someone who hasn’t repented? Does forgiveness mean reconciling with an abuser? Pastor Adriel Sanchez unpacks the hard truths about forgiveness—what it is, what it isn’t, and why it doesn’t always mean reconciliation. Learn how Christians can navigate the tension between grace and wisdom, and when restoration is (and isn’t) the right path. 0:00 Unforgiveness hurts us 3:33 Forgiveness doesn't equal reconciliation 7:40 Reconciliation doesn't equal restoration 9:48 Moving on from bitterness GET THE LATEST OFFERS https://solamedia.org/offers/ LISTEN TO THE SHOW iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/core-christianity/id1429252261 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/220j3RAVuNh60OmB7ehIfh?si=dd817fde07d54c98 JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER https://solamedia.org/subscribe/ FOLLOW US Instagram https://www.instagram.com/solamediaorg/ X/Twitter https://x.com/solamediaorg Facebook https://www.facebook.com/solamediaorg/ WHO WE ARE Sola is home to White Horse Inn, Core Christianity, Modern Reformation, and Theo Global. Our mission is to serve today’s global church by producing resources for reformation grounded in the historic Christian faith. Our vision is to see reformation in hearts, homes, and churches around the world. https://solamedia.org/ ASK US A QUESTION Have a question for Pastor Adriel? Reach out to us at questions@corechristianity.com