The Holy Spirit's work within us is to develop the character of Christ in us. Just as He is constantly at work to produce Christ's characteristics of love and compassion, He labors to develop His characteristic of forgiveness in us. Why do you do devotions each day or memorize Scripture or go to church on Sunday? Is it not that you might honor God and be changed in attitude and conduct to resemble Him? Do you want to love as Christ loves? Then practicing forgiveness, the receiving and giving of it, is paramount in your life-style. Do you want the joy that gives you strength for the hard journey of life? Do you want the peace of heart and mind that is like a fortress in the middle of life's battles? Do you want life that neither the world, the flesh nor the devil can take from you? The way of forgiveness, the way of Christ, that is the way. Forgiveness is as important to your health as a good diet and exercise. Forgiveness is as important to your prosperity as wise decisions about investments. Forgiveness is as essential to a good marriage as good communication and love. Forgiveness is as necessary for a bright future as choosing Christ as Your Savior. Think about it.