Learn to Forgive
We have all heard about forgiving and forgetting.
But how easy is it to forgive, far more to forget? When you hold hatred and malice in your heart you rob yourself of happiness and peace.
It literally destroys you.
You know, when somebody does you wrong, intentionally or otherwise, they may at some point, feel sorry for what they have done to you.
If they seek forgiveness from you, give it to them.
Let go of the hurt and pain and move on with your life.
"If your brother sins, rebuke him, and if he repents, forgive him.
If he sins against you seven times in a day, and seven times comes back to you and says, 'I repent', forgive him.
" Luke 17:3-4 NIV On the other hand, if they have no remorse for the way they treated you, still forgive them and this will help them to think twice about the things they did and possibly seek forgiveness from you.
Another thing to keep in mind is, when you hold a grudge against someone, you are actually doing nothing to them.
They would probably go about their lives normally and happily, while you make yourself sick with feelings of hate and revenge.
It really makes no sense doing that to yourself.
The best way to avenge anyone is to show them love and leave their actions up to the Lord.
"Dear friends, never avenge yourselves.
Leave that to God.
For it is written, 'I will take vengeance; I will repay those who deserve it, says the Lord'.
Instead do what the Scriptures say: 'If your enemies are hungry, feed them.
If they are thirsty, give them something to drink, and they will be ashamed of what they have done to you.
' Don't let evil get the best of you, but conquer evil by doing good.
" Romans 12:19-21 Most importantly, when we forgive others, we allow ourselves to be forgiven also.
You must remember our lives are infallible and there may come a time when we may do something to offend someone and look for forgiveness.
If you don't know how to forgive, chances are you will not be forgiven, especially by the one who matters most - God.
"If you forgive those who sin against you, your heavenly Father will forgive you.
But if you refuse to forgive others, your Father will not forgive your sins".
Matthew 6:14-15 If you find your prayers are not being answered, it could be you have animosity towards someone.
Check it out, forgive and experience the peace of mind you deserve.
But how easy is it to forgive, far more to forget? When you hold hatred and malice in your heart you rob yourself of happiness and peace.
It literally destroys you.
You know, when somebody does you wrong, intentionally or otherwise, they may at some point, feel sorry for what they have done to you.
If they seek forgiveness from you, give it to them.
Let go of the hurt and pain and move on with your life.
"If your brother sins, rebuke him, and if he repents, forgive him.
If he sins against you seven times in a day, and seven times comes back to you and says, 'I repent', forgive him.
" Luke 17:3-4 NIV On the other hand, if they have no remorse for the way they treated you, still forgive them and this will help them to think twice about the things they did and possibly seek forgiveness from you.
Another thing to keep in mind is, when you hold a grudge against someone, you are actually doing nothing to them.
They would probably go about their lives normally and happily, while you make yourself sick with feelings of hate and revenge.
It really makes no sense doing that to yourself.
The best way to avenge anyone is to show them love and leave their actions up to the Lord.
"Dear friends, never avenge yourselves.
Leave that to God.
For it is written, 'I will take vengeance; I will repay those who deserve it, says the Lord'.
Instead do what the Scriptures say: 'If your enemies are hungry, feed them.
If they are thirsty, give them something to drink, and they will be ashamed of what they have done to you.
' Don't let evil get the best of you, but conquer evil by doing good.
" Romans 12:19-21 Most importantly, when we forgive others, we allow ourselves to be forgiven also.
You must remember our lives are infallible and there may come a time when we may do something to offend someone and look for forgiveness.
If you don't know how to forgive, chances are you will not be forgiven, especially by the one who matters most - God.
"If you forgive those who sin against you, your heavenly Father will forgive you.
But if you refuse to forgive others, your Father will not forgive your sins".
Matthew 6:14-15 If you find your prayers are not being answered, it could be you have animosity towards someone.
Check it out, forgive and experience the peace of mind you deserve.
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