John 20:23

Devotionals, Articles, and Bible Study Resources on John 20:23

²³If you forgive anyone his sins, they are forgiven; if you withhold forgiveness from anyone, it is withheld.”

— John 20:23

(BSB)

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Receive the Spirit

Illustration of John 20:21-23 NIV

Illustration of John 20:21-23 NIV -- Again Jesus said, "Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you." And with that he breathed on them and said, "Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive the sins of anyone, their sins are forgiven; if you do not forgive them, they are not forgiven."

Cross References for John 20:23

Matthew 18:18
Matthew 16:19
Mark 2:5-10
Acts 13:38-39
1 Timothy 1:20
Acts 2:38
2 Corinthians 2:6-10
Acts 10:43
1 Corinthians 5:4
Ephesians 2:20

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