1. Forgiveness

2. What is Forgiveness? “To grant free pardon and to give up all claim on account of an offense or debt” wd

3. “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.”

4. 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!

5. 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.

6. What Happens If We Don’t Forgive? God, People, and Relationships

7. How do you forgive others?

8. How should we forgive? Go through the stages of grief. Let the offense make you angry. Accept what has been done. Then forgive.

9. “The greatest thing about forgiveness is it will allow you to love again… and be loved”