Forgiveness may be the hardest thing many of us do in our lifetimes, but because none of us is without sin, forgiveness is essential if we want to love and be loved in this life. Unforgiveness is one of the deadliest forces in the world; it causes much pain and suffering and creates division. Forgiveness is even more powerful—not just as a response to the cross, a witness to the world, and a means of unity. Forgiveness is also an act of spiritual warfare. The enemy wants us to believe the lie that “we can’t possibly forgive so and so” because forgiveness destroys his agenda. Jesus’ ministry to the world is based on forgiveness, and we are to honor and model His life!