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Why should Christians forgive others?

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Christians should forgive others because they have first been forgiven by God, and forgiveness is central to the Christian faith.

The sermon emphasizes that forgiveness is not only an act of obedience but a natural outflow of having received God's grace. Jesus instructs believers to pray for forgiveness, saying, 'forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors' (Matthew 6:12). This reflects the principle that our understanding and acceptance of God’s forgiveness towards us enable and compel us to forgive others. Believers who truly comprehend their own forgiveness will inherently exhibit a forgiving spirit, reinforcing communal harmony and reflecting God’s character in their relationships.
Scripture References: Matthew 6:12, Matthew 6:14-15, Matthew 18:21-35, Ephesians 4:32, 14-15

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