If God is the only one who has the authority and power to forgive sins, why does the Bible encourage us to forgive others who have sinned against us? We can trust God to work this act of grace through us toward others. Once we understand the pure gift of forgiveness, it only makes sense to extend forgiveness to others. God has done a powerful work for you in Christ. Listen again to the words of Jesus: "Your sins are forgiven." This is Jesus's message to you.