Be ye therefore imitators of God, as beloved children;
Imitate God not in His infinite wisdom or almighty power, that is impossible, but in righteousness, holiness, mercy, and beneficence: in forgiving injuries and freely giving to the needy. You can do this because you are His dear children, loved with an everlasting love, chosen and called by His grace.
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The example of Christ pardoning you through God's mercy is the strongest argument both for forgiving those who wrong you and for showing consideration, moderation, and gentle behaviour toward all people, especially the miserable.
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Commenting on Ephesians 5:1-2
Imitate God in kindness and forgiveness. As He forgives you, forgive others; as He bears with your faults, bear with theirs; as He never tires of doing you good, never tire of benefiting them. The word therefore connects this with the previous exhortation to forgiveness and kindness.
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