If you want to be forgiven and be at peace with God and your fellowman, then learn to forgive others. An unforgiving attitude can lead to your ruin.
1. Circle keywords or phrases in the following Scriptures.
Jesus said, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing." And they divided up his clothes by casting lots. Luke 23:34 (NIV)
Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, "Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother when he sins against me? Up to seven times?" Jesus answered, "I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times. Matthew 18:21, 22 (NIV)
"Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. Luke 6:37 (NIV)
And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive him, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins." Mark 11:25 (NIV)
Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Ephesians 4:32 (NIV)
Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. Colossians 3:13 (NIV)
To give his people the knowledge of salvation through the forgiveness of their sins, Luke 1:77 (NIV)
For if you forgive men when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. Mark 6:14 (NIV)
Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. Matthew 6:12 (NIV)
2. What do we learn about forgiving others in:
Luke 23:34 Matthew 18:21, 22 Luke 6:37 Mark 11:25 Ephesians 4:32 Colossians 3:13 Luke 1:77 Mark 6:14 Matthew 6:12
3. How can I apply the truth of these verses to my life today?