Jesus said, If you forgive men when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you don’t forgive men their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins (Matthew 6:14-15). Picture a courtroom. The jury is in place, the lawyers are ready, and the judge … Continue reading →
Several years ago, I had a difficult time letting go of a past hurt. To be honest, it wasn’t one of my most painful moments. The issue wasn’t even so much what was done, but who did it. Someone from church, who I considered a friend, hurt my feelings. I … Continue reading →
Out of left field a thought came and blindsided my emotions. Words said by someone in the past replayed in my mind entangling me in a web of anger and hurt. Fortunately, I realized I have a choice. I could think about, whine about, and get mad about what they … Continue reading →
Ever held a grudge? According to the dictionary a grudge is a persistent feeling of ill will or resentment resulting from a past insult or injury. Grudges are common, way too common. With social interactions, fake news, agenda-driven media, and the ease of spreading opinions, someone is always feeding the … Continue reading →
Bitterness, unforgiveness, rehearsing, remembering, ruminating about the negative things in life only drives a stake of lead into one’s soul, leeching, poisoning, bringing additional pain to you and others and colors everything in darkness. Jesus says forgive others and you will be forgiven. Forgiving others doesn’t let the ones who … Continue reading →
