“No, not seven times,” Jesus replied, “but
seventy times seven!”- Matthew 18: 22
TRY to see every time you
forgive someone as a chance to grow a little more like Jesus. He wasn’t bogged
down in resentment, anger or self-pity. Are we? Just sometimes, perhaps? But
God says we can find peace and freedom in forgiveness. So be free, forgive; it will
free you of resentment that can and does bind you. Remember, forgiveness does
not condone, it overcomes wrongs with goodness. Colossians says, “Make
allowance for each other’s faults…remember the Lord forgave you, so you must
forgive others. Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which bind us together
in perfect harmony” (vs 13 – 14). Thanks to the mercy and peace of mind
of God’s grace, we can’t forgive too often – especially with people we may be
tempted to enjoy disliking
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