Dec. 2, 2025

Day 337 The Gift of Forgiveness | 1 John 1:9

Day 337 The Gift of Forgiveness | 1 John 1:9

Send us a text Grace changes everything when we finally stop carrying what breaks us. Today we lean into 1 John 1:9 and unpack how confession opens the door to real freedom—freedom from guilt, shame, and the heavy habits that keep us stuck. We share how God’s faithfulness and justice meet at the cross, why forgiveness is stronger than resentment, and how cleansing is more than a feeling—it’s a secure new standing that reshapes how we live, love, and set wise boundaries. We move from promise ...

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Season 2

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Grace changes everything when we finally stop carrying what breaks us. Today we lean into 1 John 1:9 and unpack how confession opens the door to real freedom—freedom from guilt, shame, and the heavy habits that keep us stuck. We share how God’s faithfulness and justice meet at the cross, why forgiveness is stronger than resentment, and how cleansing is more than a feeling—it’s a secure new standing that reshapes how we live, love, and set wise boundaries.

We move from promise to practice with clear steps you can use today. Start with gratitude for the mercy you’ve received, name the debt you’re holding, and release it to God as an act of worship. We talk about what forgiveness is and isn’t: it doesn’t excuse harm, erase accountability, or demand instant reconciliation. It means letting go of revenge, seeking wisdom for next steps, and choosing peace that doesn’t depend on the other person’s response. Along the way, a short guided prayer helps you anchor these truths in daily life.

If you’ve been weighed down by regret or wrestling with a grudge that won’t budge, this reflection offers hope, clarity, and a path forward. Expect practical encouragement, simple spiritual habits, and a reminder that you are not defined by your worst moment. Subscribe for more daily encouragement, share this with someone who needs peace, and leave a review to help others find the hope you found today.

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Chapters

00:00 - Welcome And Purpose

00:41 - Theme: The Gift Of Forgiveness

00:52 - Scripture: 1 John 1:9

01:08 - Freedom From Guilt And Shame

01:29 - Forgiving Others From Grace

01:52 - Action Steps For Today

02:07 - Closing Prayer

03:22 - Credits And Ways To Support

Transcript
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Welcome to Wisdom for the Day, your daily source for spiritual refreshment and guidance.

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I'm Rick.

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Join me as I dive into God's Word to find clarity and strength for life's challenges.

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Let me help you embrace each day with faith and wisdom.

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Ready to feel inspired?

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Let's get started.

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Today is day 337, the gift of forgiveness, from 1 John 1, verse 9, from the New Living Translation.

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But if we confess our sins to Him, He is faithful and just to forgive our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness.

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Forgiveness.

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Forgiveness is one of the most powerful gifts that God has given us.

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Through Jesus, our sins are washed away and we're made new.

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We don't have to live weighed down by guilt or shame.

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We're forgiven and we're free.

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This gift is meant to change how we live.

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We can forgive others because we've already been forgiven by God.

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The world may hold grudges, but God's people live with open hearts because we know the cost of His mercy.

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Today, what I want you to do is take some time to thank God for forgiving you.

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If there's someone you need to forgive, choose to release that burden.

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Do it as an act of gratitude for God's forgiveness.

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Pray with me.

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Lord God, thank you for forgiving me completely.

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Help me to live with the same grace towards others that you have shown to me.

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In Jesus' precious name I pray.

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Amen.

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Well, that's all for today.

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But I'll be back tomorrow with more of God's Word.

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To listen to past episodes, go to wisdomforthey.org.

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The executive producer for Wisdom of the Day is Lauren King.

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Quality Control Engineer is Yelena McClellan.

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Intro and outro music by Weston McCurry.

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Until tomorrow, I'm Rick.

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I love you.

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See ya.