Downtown Church: Memphis, Tn

Central Idea: FORGIVEN PEOPLE FORGIVE. Because God has forgiven us, we forgive others. 1. The What of Forgiveness 2. The Why of Forgiveness Reason #1: Jesus commands us to. "Forgiveness is not an emotional response but an act of obedience to God." Reason #2: God is OUR Father 3. The How of Forgiveness. Luke 23:34: "Father, forgive them for they do not know what they do."