This article begins a series examining the topic of forgiveness and the health benefits that come from forgiving. Research shows that forgiveness and health are definitely related.

First, let’s look at forgiveness in a general sense and what the Bible says about it:

It is not uncommon for Christians to have questions about forgiveness. For most of us, forgiveness doesn't come easy. Our instinct is to recoil in self-protection when we are injured. We don't naturally overflow with mercy, grace or forgiveness when we've been wronged.