Prayer For Forgiveness For Someone Who Hurt You
When words are hard to find, these prayer for forgiveness for someone who hurt you can help you bring your exact situation before God — whether you need a quick moment of peace, a deeper time of prayer, or specific words for someone you love. Choose the prayer that fits where you are right now.
Quick Prayer for Forgiveness For Someone Who Hurt You
Heavenly Father, as the sun rises, I seek Your strength to forgive those who have hurt me. Help me to remember that as You forgive my transgressions, I am called to forgive others. Let Your grace fill my heart with peace today. Amen.
More Short Prayers (5)
In Times of Anger
Father God, in moments of anger, remind me of Your patience and mercy. Help me to choose forgiveness over bitterness, reflecting Your love to those who have wronged me. Guide my heart to find peace in Your presence. Amen.
Need a prayer for a specific person or situation? See the sections below.
Loving Father, I come to You with a heavy heart, burdened by the actions of those who have hurt me. I know that in Your Word, You call us to forgive others as You have forgiven us. I confess my struggle to let go of the pain and resentment I feel. I ask for Your grace to soften my heart, that I may reflect Your mercy and love. Help me to remember that forgiveness is not a sign of weakness, but a path to healing and freedom. Teach me to release my anger and bitterness into Your hands, trusting in Your justice and compassion. Fill me with Your peace, that I may walk in harmony with others. In Jesus' name, Amen.
More Full Prayers
Merciful Lord, I stand before You, burdened by guilt and regret. I know that You have forgiven my sins through the sacrifice of Jesus, yet I struggle to forgive myself. Help me to accept Your gift of grace and let go of the shame that binds me. Teach me to see myself through Your eyes, as a beloved child redeemed by Your love. As I release my past mistakes into Your hands, fill my heart with peace and joy. Guide me to live in the freedom of Your forgiveness, extending the same grace to others. In Your precious name, Amen.
(4 verses)
“I am the LORD who heals you.”
— Exodus 15:26 (WEB)
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”
— Matthew 5:4 (WEB)
“casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.”
— 1 Peter 5:7 (WEB)
“But the Lord is faithful, who will establish you and guard you from the evil one.”
— 2 Thessalonians 3:3 (WEB)
(4 verses)
“Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest.”
— Matthew 11:28 (WEB)
“For he will put his angels in charge of you, to guard you in all your ways.”
— Psalm 91:11 (WEB)
“Heal me, O LORD, and I will be healed. Save me, and I will be saved, for you are my praise.”
— Jeremiah 17:14 (WEB)
“For I know the plans I have for you, says the LORD, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”
— Jeremiah 29:11 (WEB)
(4 verses)
“We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, for those who are called according to his purpose.”
— Romans 8:28 (WEB)
“Do not be afraid, for I am with you. Do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.”
— Isaiah 41:10 (WEB)
“But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him.”
— James 1:5 (WEB)
“But those who wait for the LORD will renew their strength. They will mount up with wings like eagles. They will run, and not be weary. They will walk, and not faint.”
— Isaiah 40:31 (WEB)
How to Pray This Right Now
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Find a quiet place where you can focus. Take a few slow breaths.
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Read through the prayer above for prayer for forgiveness for someone who hurt you, or say it in your own words.
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Sit quietly for a moment after praying. Let God's peace settle over you.