My children, today I want you to give the gift of forgiveness. You say, “But I am not harboring any unforgiveness in my heart.” You might be surprised at what you are holding against others and what they are holding against you.

I want you to get before Me and allow these things to be revealed and uncovered. You must come before Me with a humble heart and repentitive heart. You must come with a heart that will release what is revealed to you.

I will reveal things that you have forgotten are there that are waiting to be released by forgiveness. Unforgiveness can be buried and covered up and cause a rot in that part of your heart. It will cause things that I have been doing to be hindered. Now is the time to release it so that it can become a gift that keeps on giving.

You need to understand how harm unforgiveness causes. It goes much deeper than what you can see. Not only do I want you to give the gift of forgiveness to those who have hurt you, but also forgive those who hold grudges, anger and offense towards you. There will be some you will need to ask for forgiveness. Gaining this forgiveness and giving it out will not only free you up in areas where you have been bound, but it will also open up a place where I can heal the wounds and hurt that has been caused to others.

It is time to let the unforgiveness go once and for all. It is time to give this gift and walk in the new freedom that I have for you. It is time to give up the weight and the stumbling block that has been sitting there for so long. As you do this you will feel the weight lift and the chains drop. You will know that the bondage has been broken and will feel the inner newness begin. You will notice that things that used to trigger bad feelings or reactions no longer hold sway over you. It will happen because you have decided to give this gift and give it with the right heart.

I am working in your heart because it needs to be free. Free to go out and minister to those in need. You will not be able to do this if you hold onto unforgiveness. It will prevent you from fully sharing the power of My forgiveness for them. You would be surprised what the enemy would show these souls to stop them from coming to My kingdom.

Come to Me today and be cleansed of unforgiveness. Give the gift of forgiveness to those who have hurt you and to those who you have hurt. Let Me show you the truth and get these hidden things out of your heart so you walk in the newness. I want you to know what it is to forgive so that you can share what it is to be forgiven.

“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” (Ephesians 4:32, NIV)
“And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive them, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins.” (Mark 11:25)
“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” (1 John 1:9)
“Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?” Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.” (Matthew 18:21-22)
“Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” (James 5:16)
“For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.” (Matthew 6:14-15)
“But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you,” (Luke 6:2)
“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” (Colossians 3:13)