God is Good to the Repentant.

Ezekiel 18-19; Psalm 106:32-48; Proverbs 27:10-14

…even though we still want to see them punished for the things they repented of (Ezekiel 18). God is more righteous than we are. Of course, God can see people’s hearts and know how sincerely they’ve repented, too—a distinct advantage in making the right decision on these things. But for those of us who trust God, we can go through life forgiving people (even if we suspect insincerity) because we have a God who knows their hearts and will not let the guilty go unpunished.

Lord God, thank You for being good to me in my repentance, rather than repaying me for the trouble I’ve caused and the sins I’ve committed. Thank You for sending Jesus to take my punishment, instead. Help me to rejoice when other people find that same grace—even if their sins hurt me personally. You are good, and You are trustworthy. We praise Your name.