Kingdom Living - The Commands of Christنموونە

Commands of Christ: 56 

Forgive 70 times 7 times. 

Jesus also told a parable about an unforgiving servant which puts the matter quite clearly. Anything we may be called upon to forgive in others pales in comparison with what God is willing to forgive in us. Because of His infinite holiness, the “smallest” sin is infinitely unacceptable. As recipients of His grace and mercy we are called upon to reflect that grace and mercy when others sin against us. 

Realizing the magnitude of the forgiveness we have received from God is important because, “Whoever has been forgiven little loves little.” Luke 7:47b The more we realize the magnitude of our sin against God, the more we love Him. The more we love Him, the more we will forgive others who sin against us.