Why forgiveness is hard

We have all been hurt by the actions or words of others. Depending on the degree and circumstance of the offenses we can easily become angry, bitter and resentful. Forgiving our offender can be challenging and seemingly impossible. Yet as Christians, we are called to forgive as the Lord has forgiven us.

And how exactly did God forgive you and me? God sent His Son as a sacrifice on the cross to take the penalty of our sins away through faith in Jesus Christ. We in no way deserve this wonderful grace from God that forgives us our sins. When God forgives our sins, He does not hold our sins agains...