| Jesus forgave . . . | Reference |
| the paralyzed man lowered on a bed through the roof | Matthew 9:2-8 |
| the woman caught in adultery | John 8:3-11 |
| the woman who anointed his feet with perfume | Luke 7:44-50 |
| Peter, for denying he knew Jesus | John 18:15-18, 25-27; 21:15-19 |
| the criminal on the cross | Luke 23:39-43 |
| the people who crucified him | Luke 23:34 |
Jesus not only taught frequently about forgiveness, he also demonstrated his own willingness to forgive. Here are several examples that should be an encouragement to recognize his willingness to forgive us also.