Monday, May 23, 2011

Forgiveness

Forgiveness...
  • does not mean the hurt is gone
  • does not mean being around him is a good thing
  • does not equal trust
  • does not give the perpetrator any place in my life
Forgiveness...
  • gives a freedom, a peace that comforts the hurt
  • releases me to follow God
  • gives strength to form healthy boundaries
  • is most of all for MY benefit

Matthew 11:25...And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive him, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins.

Thank you, Lord, that I am forgiven, for paying the penalty for my sin.  And thank you for the power to forgive through your Spirit.

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