In the Sermon on the Mount Jesus also connects prayer to forgiving each other (Matthew 6:14–15). Relationship with Jesus can be blocked if Jesus’ disciples do not have good relationships with each other and refuse to forgive each other. If that is the case, their life is fruitless
25 And whenever you stand praying, forgive, if you have anything against anyone, so that your Father also who is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses.”