My call to action: prayer for those who've wronged me. As I began compiling a list of those who have caused me pain, God whispered, those people who you said hurt you do you even remember what they did? questioning my recollection of their transgressions. Reflecting on each name, I noted not just their identity but also the reasons for my hurt. If memories failed to surface, I knew I needed to seek forgiveness for harboring resentment without clarity. Forgiveness is a huge life lesson that is sometimes hard to do, but am I willing to risk God not forgiving my sins? Do I want to risk my salvation and my freedom just because they betrayed me or when some are lost to memory?
Matthew 6:14-15 resonates deeply: 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.
I consider the impact on my children. I refuse to let bitterness fester within me, for it contradicts the essence of God's grace. Henceforth, there's only one path in my life: choosing God. This journey illuminated that validation, love, and acceptance should solely emanate from God, already bestowed unconditionally.
The inspirational video was a true act of forgiveness. He forgave his son's killer and created a bond with him, that deeply moved me, a profound demonstration of God's boundless love.
Nine weeks in, I acknowledge the progress and remain grateful for God's mercy, granting me another chance at redemption. With unwavering determination, I embrace the path ahead. For I can't wait to see the healed me.
