"But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father in heaven forgive your trespasses."
Mark 11:26
There are times in life when God calls us to forgive; not to forgive just once, but to forgive repeatedly. Often a new day brings a renewed need to forgive as old offenses return to torment the heart and soul once again. When the hurt cuts deep and my heart is bleeding, I run to Jesus. He not only understands my pain, but He forgives me for repeated offenses and calls me to do the same.
And a happy birthday.
ReplyDeleteI came over here to tell you that your Psalm 61 you posted on Wanda's comment is something sent from God for me this week.
ReplyDeleteThen, as I came over to your blog, today's entry was such an encouragement as well.
Just wanted to let you know that God is using you and He is a wonderful God who knows what we need.
Very true!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday from me, too!
Looking forward to seeing you at the Rheinblick! If you decide to come on a weekend, call ahead!! Very busy on Saturdays!!
thanks for this post- very apt as I am dealing with this right now.
ReplyDeleteps- HB!
Glad to have read this today.
ReplyDeleteI must admit, this is my test of faith. I cannot forgive for what you know is my biggest loss. God help me, the tears don't.
ReplyDeleteMy dear friend, I have never been tested to the limit in this area. I don't pretend to know the deep and seering pain of your loss, I only know that the love of Christ is the only answer. I love you.
ReplyDeleteI know what to do and I CAN'T. It is killing me still and I should be able to move on with all the hope and assistance God has provided me. and I know my pain is small in respect to world suffering. I am losing the battle of my faith to selfish hatred and grief. I am lost more than I am found. I can't stop crying.
ReplyDeleteI am sorry to burden you.
ReplyDeleteYou are never a burden to me. I only wish I could help carry the burdens you bear.
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