In this timely and deeply challenging episode, Matt Smallbone—Lead Pastor of Church of the City (Downtown Nashville)—joins Hannah Munn and John Molineux for a conversation that cuts straight to the heart of sustainable justice work: forgiveness.

Matt unpacks why unforgiveness quietly shrinks our world, distorts our perception, and eventually makes meaningful impact impossible. Together, the group explores what Scripture teaches about forgiveness as a daily discipline—not a one-time event—and why forgiveness is not the same as reconciliation. Through the parable of the unmerciful servant and the practice of praying the Lord’s Prayer, listeners are invited into a vision of freedom that is both deeply biblical and profoundly practical.

This message carries direct parallels to the work of Love Justice International. Just as monitors intervene before exploitation begins, this episode highlights a different kind of prevention: guarding the heart from bitterness, pride, and resentment—the very things that can derail teams, destroy community, and sabotage long-term mission.

Whether you’re serving in justice ministry, leadership, or everyday community, this episode is an invitation to release the debt, reclaim your peace, and step into the flourishing life Jesus intends.

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• (00:00:02) - Episode 8: Forgiveness on Love Justice
• (00:01:03) - Forgiveness in the Work of Community
• (00:03:25) - Matt Smallbone on Justice in the Church
• (00:09:15) - John At Church of the City: Forgiving and Justice
• (00:10:13) - Love Justice's Forgiveness Culture
• (00:12:28) - Forgiveness in the Christian Life
• (00:17:04) - What Biblical Forgiveness Is and What It Isn't
• (00:20:18) - How Humility Can Protect You From Spiritual Pride
• (00:25:21) - The Parable of the Unmerciful Servant
• (00:30:18) - John's Story of Forgiving People
• (00:34:10) - Why Forgiveness Is So Hard to Do
• (00:38:20) - Loving Justice: Admitting Our Weaknesses
• (00:44:00) - Forgiveness and Its Impact on Personal Health
• (00:48:52) - Matt on Forgiving People
• (00:51:38) - Prayer for Forgiveness
• (00:55:28) - Forgiving Others