Monday, July 19, 2010

Let's learn to Forgive

In today's world retaliation is a common thing but believers are called to be different. We must pray for those who do us wrong, forgive them & minister to them.

Why should we forgive? Because if we forgive others, God will forgive us (Matthew 6:14-15).
Who should we forgive? Those who sin against us (Luke 17: 3-4)
How can we forgive? Live by the Holy Spirit's power/let Him take control of our lives (Galatians 5:22-25)

Do yourself a favor & say, "Lord help me to stop holding grudges, resentment or anything else against my Bro/Sis so I won't hinder fellowship w/You".

Then take it a step further by saying, "Lord heal me emotionally, mentally, relationally, and spiritually from past hurts; help me to be less critical, judgmental & harsh w/people as I remember how much You overlook my faults".

And, finally say, "Lord help me to take full responsibility for my own faults, failures & bad attitude". For when we experience the wonder of God's forgiveness, we'll forgive others as He has forgiven us through His Son, Jesus Christ.

Now go on, you know you need to forgive someone for something they did or said to you.
Do it today!!!

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