Jesus Is Practical:: Forgiveness. Why is forgiveness important?

Jesus Is Practical::Forgiveness

Why is forgiveness important?

Matt 6:9-15

How should we pray?

What do you think forgiveness is?

Forgiveness...

IS NOT... An Emotion Only others Fair Instantaneous

IS... A Decision Self-Forgiveness too Unfair A Process

Forgiveness...

IS NOT... Ignoring sin Ending a relationship usually for a group Weak/passive

IS... Recognition of sin Seeking restoration for individuals a powerful action!

Forgiveness...

IS NOT... Revenge Reconciliation Barriers Easy Bondage

IS... Spiritual Warfare One-way Vulnerability Difficult Freedom

Forgiveness is...Refusing to hold a grudge

ANDWishing that person well!

What are you clinging to?What can't you let go of?

Lord, we choose not to hold on to our resentment. Thank You for setting us free from the bondage of

our bitterness. We give up our rights to seek revenge and ask You to heal us emotionally and in our relationships with people. We ask You to bless those who have hurt us. In Jesus name we pray,

amen.