I Can't Forgive Myself: Why This Phrase Misleads Us—and What We Should Say Instead
In yesterday’s sermon, I briefly mentioned the phrase “I just can’t forgive myself.” Many sincere Christians say this in moments of regret or deep sorrow, and I know what you mean when you say it. But as common as the phrase is, Scripture never uses it—and it subtly reinforces wrong beliefs and sends us in the wrong direction. I want to explain why, and offer a more biblical and hope-filled way to understand what our hearts are really crying out for. My goal is not to scold anyone who uses this phrase but to gently redirect it toward the real freedom Christ offers.
