Forgiveness isn’t easy. That’s because there’s a spiritual battle going on in our mind. The battle comes from the anger, shame, embarrassment, disappointment resulting from the betrayal or whatever was done, said, (or not done or said) to hurt us.
But, you can win that battle. You can chose what you think about.
Stop focusing on what they did to hurt you, and think about they ways they have shown love to you…
…every time those painful thoughts enter you mind. When you find yourself thinking about the ‘unforgivable’ things they said, think about how they comforted you in the past when you were down. Think about the good times you’ve had with them.
Remember, you control your thoughts…
Philippians 4:8-9 (CJB)
8 In conclusion, brothers, focus your thoughts on what is true, noble, righteous, pure, lovable or admirable, on some virtue or on something praiseworthy. 9 Keep doing what you have learned and received from me, what you have heard and seen me doing; then the God who gives shalom will be with you.
BE BLESSTIFIFED!
Just what my weary heart needed to read! Forgiveness is something I struggle with in my marriage, my mother and even so called “friends”.
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May God bless your thoughts! That’s where you win the battle.
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That is the TRUTH! With God ALL things are possible!
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Hallelujah!!!!
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Excellent.
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To God be the glory!
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Amen.:)
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Amen! Pragmatic steps though not easy but it is possible with God. Thank you Sir.
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God bless you!!!
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