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Forgiveness
What is Forgiveness?
“To grant free pardon and to give up all claim on account of an offense or debt” wd
• “There is no love without forgiveness, and there is no forgiveness without love.”
• “To forgive is the highest, most beautiful form of love. In return you will receive untold peace and happiness.”
• “Love is an act of endless forgiveness.”
Why We Should Forgive?
• What the bible says…–Psalms 32:1-5 and Matthew 18:21-
35
• Because we need it and we are imperfect, fallen, and sin
• Because Jesus forgave us!
• Forgiveness is a pleasurable experience
• From darkness to light.
• It allows you to move on and be happy.
• It brings you closer to God!
Why? Cont.
What Happens If We Don’t Forgive?
God, People, and Relationships
How do you forgive others?
How should we forgive?
• Go through the stages of grief.
• Let the offense make you angry.
• Accept what has been done.
• Then forgive.
“The greatest thing about forgiveness is it will
allow you to love again… and be loved”