One of the greatest principles of the Christian life is forgiveness.  Jesus modeled this principle for us when He hung on the cross and prayed for the very people who had put Him there.  His words were so powerful and unexpected that they brought about the conversion of one of the thieves hanging on a cross next to Him. 

Because Jesus completely forgave us, He wants us to follow His example by forgiving others.    Let the following scripture speak to your heart today.  Have a wonderful and Spirit-filled day. 

Ephesians 4:32

32 And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you. (NKJV)

Psalms 130:1-8

1 Out of the depths I have cried to You, O LORD;

2 Lord, hear my voice!

         Let Your ears be attentive

         To the voice of my supplications.

3 If You, LORD, should mark iniquities,

         O Lord, who could stand?

4 But there is forgiveness with You,

         That You may be feared.

5 I wait for the LORD, my soul waits,

         And in His word I do hope.

6 My soul waits for the Lord

         More than those who watch for the morning—

         Yes, more than those who watch for the morning.

7 O Israel, hope in the LORD;

         For with the LORD there is mercy,

         And with Him is abundant redemption.

8 And He shall redeem Israel

         From all his iniquities. (NKJV)