In life, we all have unfair things that happen to us. We can choose to hold on to the hurt, become bitter and angry, and let it poison our future; or, we can choose to let it go and trust God to make it up to us. You not think that you are able to forgive because someone hurt you so badly. You might say, “...you don’t know how I was raised.” “My ex-spouse caused me a lot of pain.” “This friend betrayed me.” “I just can’t let it go.” But realize, you don’t forgive for their sake; you forgive for your own sake. When you forgive, you are taking away their power to hurt you. But if you hold on to that offense and stay angry, you are only poisoning your own life and disconnecting yourself from God. Forgiveness is like a door on your heart. If you shut the door and refuse to forgive, then God cannot forgive you. But when you open the door and allow forgiveness to flow from you, then His forgiveness can flow into you. Choose to forgive and open the door to receive God’s life, peace and healing today. How are you doing so far? 2 days into our fast, got any comments? Suggestions? For The Harvest, Cathie |
Saturday, January 1, 2011
Day 2 of our 40 Day Fast. January 2, 2011
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Thank you for sharing this Cathie. This is something I have struggled with over the years...and just when I think I have it beat, it rears its ugly head again. Today I commit that I am exchanging bitterness for joy, anger for peace, and letting go once and for all. This time I am not doing on my strength, but thru Him that strengthens me.
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