Post #47 - Forgiveness

Forgiveness is hard but it's necessary. 

Necessary for life and love and moving forward. 

Forgiveness is for you, not the other person. It doesn't require you to feel a certain way or have a particular experience...

It's a choice. A decision. 

I have been dealing with forgiveness, and it's really difficult for me. 

But, I know that I have to forgive. Even without a sincere apology, I know that I have to forgive freely, completely, and sincerely. And let it go. 

I've got to leave it alone and not expect anything from the other person. 

If we expect people to act or perform a certain way, we are sure to be disappointed. But, when we place our trust in God and place our expectations in Him ONLY, He will always come through and show Himself faithful. He will never let us down. 

But, first, we've got to forgive. 

Forgiveness leads to healing and happiness. It gives us the strength to move on. And to live and love again. 

Forgiveness gives us FREEDOM! 

So, I choose to forgive. 

Every time I think about it, I say, "I forgive you."

Every time I find myself dwelling on a specific situation or issue, I say, "I forgive you."

Every time I get upset because the same level of regret and apology has not been reciprocated, I take a deep breath, remember that God has it under control, and I say, "I forgive you."

Every time I pray, I remind God that I have forgiven and I thank Him for giving me a forgiving heart that does not harbor resentment or bitterness. 

It's what I have to do to ensure I don't get caught up in my past again, and I'm able to move forward.

It's what I have to do for me!

Forgiveness is hard, but I'm doing it because I deserve to live... and I deserve to live FREE!

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