Jesus Christ has shown in many ways why forgiveness is essential to our relationship with God. When we refuse to forgive others for their wrongdoings, it reveals that we have not fully grasped the revelation from Christ about the transformative power of forgiveness in our relationship with God and our prayer life. The forgiveness we extend to others is the measure of forgiveness we will receive from God.

Luke 23:34, Matthew 5:23-24, Psalm 130:3-4, Isaiah 43:18-19, 2 Corinthians 2:10