Heavenly Father, I come before You seeking the strength to forgive those who have wronged me. Your Word in Colossians 3:13 instructs, 'Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.' Help me to release bitterness and anger, to extend forgiveness as You have so freely forgiven me. Soften my heart, Lord, and release me from the bondage of unforgiveness. May Your grace enable me to let go of past hurts and to find peace in forgiveness. In Jesus’ name, Amen.