the next step in the forgiveness process is seeking forgiveness in your relationships with others. Giving and receiving forgiveness are closely tied to each other. As a matter of fact, we can’t have one without the other (Matthew 6:14–15). We must follow the example set for us: “Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you” (Colossians 3:13). If we have any hope of being forgiven ourselves, we must learn to forgive others.