The results could be a step toward a stronger community, country, and world peace. Harboring grudges and unforgiving attitudes are a burden affecting each of us in a negative way. There is always a great sense of relief when forgiveness takes place. It is especially important for us to set an example and stress the joy of forgiveness to our younger generation. Forgiveness is necessary in the church so that as a family we can heal and move on.
Forgiveness helps the church to grow inside which then helps the church to grow outside.
Forgiving others allows us to continue to build on that relationship without any underlying issues. There is joy in knowing that we are Christ-like when forgiving others. Joy and peace comes to me when I forgive someone who has said some unworthy words about me. God s forgiveness to me allows me to forgive others. Forgiveness is from the Spirit of God.