In the first eight verses of Genesis 45, we see one of the best descriptions of forgiveness. We will examine five important characteristics of forgiveness.

1. Forgiveness Is Painful (v.1-2)
2. Forgiveness Is Personal (v.1b)
3. Forgiveness Is Selfless (v.3-4)
4. Forgiveness Acknowledges Sin (v.4-5)
5. Forgiveness Acknowledges God (v.5-8)

Have you experienced God's forgiveness? Who do you still need to forgive? You are never more like God than when you forgive.