What is forgiveness? It is to pardon or excuse an act against someone. Forgiveness Definition

Forgiveness, according to the Bible, is God's promise not to count our sins against us.

Forgiveness according to the Word of God is pardoning or letting go of an offense or debt owed by someone else. It involves a changed heart and a willingness to reconcile broken relationships. I am broken and separated from God because of sin, Through Jesus’ forgiveness and my repentance I can be reconciled to Jesus.

Luke 23:34 KJV Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots.

Ephesians 1:7ESVIn him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace,

Matthew 26:28ESV for this is my blood of the[a] covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins.

Luke 6:37ESVJudge not, and you will not be judged; condemn not, and you will not be condemned; forgive, and you will be forgiven.

Matthew 6:12ESV and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.

"Facing crucifixion, Jesus prays to God for "Them" asking forgiveness. Jesus is the only one who can forgive. I thank Jesus for the forgiveness of my sins. Jesus sets the standard, to be like Him, I too must be forgive others.

Matthew 6:14-15ESVFor if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you, but if you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

Holding onto things rather than releasing them creates painful and a slow and death that will keep you from entering into Heaven.