John 20:23

New International Reader's Version

If you forgive anyone’s sins, their sins are forgiven. If you do not forgive them, they are not forgiven.”

Cross References

Matthew 16:19

I will give you the keys to the kingdom of heaven. What you lock on earth will be locked in heaven. What you unlock on earth will be unlocked in heaven.”

Matthew 18:18

“What I’m about to tell you is true. What you lock on earth will be locked in heaven. What you unlock on earth will be unlocked in heaven.

John 20:22

He then breathed on them. He said, “Receive the Holy Spirit.

Acts 10:43

All the prophets tell about him. They say that all who believe in him have their sins forgiven through his name.”

Acts 2:38

Peter replied, “All of you must turn away from your sins and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ. Then your sins will be forgiven. You will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.

1 Corinthians 5:4

So when you come together, I will be with you in spirit. The power of our Lord Jesus will also be with you.

Ephesians 2:20

You are a building that is built on the apostles and prophets. They are the foundation. Christ Jesus himself is the most important stone in the building.

1 Timothy 1:20

Hymenaeus and Alexander are among them. I have handed them over to Satan. That will teach them not to speak evil things against God.