Forgiveness is an essential Christian practice. Jesus makes forgiveness non-negotiable, stating clearly that if we don't forgive others, we won't be forgiven ourselves. This teaching appears throughout scripture, from the Lord's Prayer to the parable of the unforgiving servant, establishing forgiveness as fundamental to Christian obedience. While the command is clear, Paul makes it clear to us in 2 Corinthians 2 that practicing forgiveness is not easy, yet it brings forth tremendous comfort and healing.