Rapture Ready: Forgive People Now.

Is there someone you still refuse to forgive? Are you holding onto anger, bitterness, or the desire to make them pay for what they did? In this episode of the Rapture Ready series, titled “Forgive People Now,” Bud explores what the Bible teaches about forgiving others and why forgiveness is so important in the life of every believer. Jesus did not present forgiveness as an optional part of Christianity. Those who have received God’s mercy are called to extend mercy to others—even when the hurt is deep and the person responsible has never apologized. Bud explains what biblical forgiveness truly means and what it does not mean. Forgiving someone does not excuse their actions, erase necessary consequences, require immediate trust, or force you to remain in an abusive or dangerous situation. Forgiveness means releasing personal vengeance, surrendering the offense to God, and refusing to allow bitterness to control your heart. This episode also examines the connection between God’s forgiveness of us and our willingness to forgive others. Through Christ, we have been forgiven of a debt we could never repay. Because of that grace, believers are called to forgive—not because the offender deserves it, but because Christ has forgiven us. Forgiveness may be painful, and healing may take time, but carrying bitterness will only keep you chained to the wound. Jesus is coming again, and now is the time to release old grudges, seek peace where possible, and make sure your heart is ready to meet Him. Rapture Ready: Living Ready for the Return of Christ Signs & Shadows — Watching the signs. Rut Exposing the shadows.