homework 1

Homework 1 Why should we forgive one another? God is glad to forgive the bad things we do because He is so loving and kind. However, God only forgives people who are truly sorry for their sin and ask Him for forgiveness. In addition, forgiveness is not only about God forgiving us. It is also about us forgiving others. God wants us to forgive others too. When we forgive people who have done bad things to us we do what God would do we show His love to others. Why should we forgive other people? To show God's love to them.  Numbers 14:16 The Lord doesn't become angry quickly The Lord has great love. The Lord forgives sin and law breaking he has great mercy however, the Lord does not forget to punish guilty people. Ephesians 5:1-2 You are God's children whom he loves So try to be like God. Live a life of love. Love other people just as Christ loved us. Christ gave himself for us he was a  sweet smelling offering and sacrifice to God. Therefore, Ephesians 4:32 Be kind  and loving to each other. Forgive each other just as God forgive you in Christ. Do you get angry when your friends do bad things to you or when they say unkind things to do? Of course you do. However, it is wrong to hold that anger in your heart. God commands us to forgive others because He has forgiven us so much. Prayer starter Dear God I am truly sorry  for my sin. Please forgive me. In Jesus' name amen.