handed him over to those who would punish him

move the responsibility onto someone else

If you would like to receive Jesus, pray this with me: Lord Jesus, I admit that I have sinned and carried a debt I cannot repay. I turn from my sin and from trying to make myself right on my own. I believe you died for me and rose again. I confess you as my Lord and ask you to forgive me, receive me, and lead me in your way. Thank you for saving me. Amen.

Receive Jesus and His Mercy

Lord, revive your church to live with clean hands and honest hearts. Free us from excuses, delay, and hidden sin. Teach us to make things right quickly, to value truth, and to walk humbly before you and one another, in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Wake Your Church to Honest Faith

Father, I confess the ways I have avoided responsibility, delayed repair, or minimized what I owe. Give me courage to tell the truth, humility to apologize, and grace to take the next faithful step, in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Own What I Owe

Lord, for anyone who feels crushed by debt, failure, or the fear of consequences, bring mercy and a clear path forward. Keep despair far away, provide wise help, and guide each person step by step, in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Help for the Weighed-Down

Pray by naming one obligation you have left unfinished, asking God to show you the next honest step, and then asking for courage to do it today.

Pray Over One Unfinished Obligation

Thank God that he takes wrongdoing seriously and does not ignore what is owed forever. Give thanks for any mercy that gives space to make things right and for the chance to live honestly before him.

Give Thanks for Serious Mercy

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Matthew 18 : 34 - Judgment, Anger, Debt

And his lord  became angry and handed him over to the tormentors  until he should pay back everything owed.

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