Forgiveness: A Look In The Mirror

Matt. 6:14-15

Matt 18:21-22

Rom. 12:17-19

Prov. 28:13

Heb. 12:13-14

Definitions: Original Definition: “to give away/to grant”

APA: "Willfully setting aside feelings of resentment toward an individual who has committed a wrong, been unfair or hurtful, or otherwise harmed one in some way"

Forgiveness Institute: "You let go of resentment and the urge to seek revenge."

The Practicals:

1. Uncovering

2. Decision

3. Work

4. Outcome

Forgiveness is a choice, not a feeling

It is meant for my benefit and for the benefit of those around me

I need to wrestle with the actions, emotions, all while choosing to forgive

Our dependence on Jesus for forgiveness