This document discusses the importance of forgiveness according to teachings from the Bible. It notes that forgiveness is necessary, not just for small issues, and that some would rather run away than forgive as Jesus instructed. True love involves forgiveness, as it heals hurts and strengthens relationships. The document asks how many times we want God to forgive us, and suggests we should be willing to forgive as much as we desire God's forgiveness for our own sins. It concludes by questioning whether any grudge is worth risking one's soul, and encourages resolving issues by going directly to those who have wronged us.

1. Forgiveness
Your Own Forgiveness Depends On It
Matt.6:14-15

2. Forgiveness
• Not just a good idea when the issue is small enough
• There are times when you actually have to DO IT
• Some would rather run away than do what Jesus said here
• Not WANTING to forgive = no real love for Jesus
• Forgiveness heals hurts and strengthens love
• Real love is elastic: bends without breaking

3. Who needs forgiveness?
• Men like David – Psalm 25:16-20
• Men like Daniel – Dan.9:18-20
• Men like Paul - 2 Cor.12:13
• Men like John – 1 John 1:9
• All human beings –Rom.3:23

4. How many times?
• How many times do you want the Lord to forgive you? Matt.18
• As long as can see imperfections and failings in myself and desire
mercy
• As long as I desire patience and leniency
• As long as I can appreciate God’s forgiveness of my sins.

5. Is a grudge worth your soul?
• Jesus would rather die than sin
• Jesus would desire the forgiveness of even those who crucified Him
• Stephen learned something very vital
• How important is that grudge?
• Important enough to go to them –Matt.18
• Not THAT important?