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It is very difficult, at times, to forgive others. Some will hold tightly to their anger, until bitterness overtakes their hearts. Was the deed so terrible and unforgivable? Could it be, that quite possibly, we become attached to the negative feelings and find them comfortable and familiar? When we are offended, or hurt we can’t change the heart of the offender, but we can trust in God and His ability to change our heart, as well as that of others. It is a choice we make to forgive, regardless of how we feel, turning our negative thoughts, and anger over to God, allowing Him to heal and mend the situation. Too much time is wasted, carrying emotional baggage, from the present ,as well as the past. We can hold onto bitterness, but soon find that it has a much greater hold on us. Prayer Forgive us for holding on to bitterness. Today we make a choice, to release our anger and hurt into your hands. We trust in your ability to change our hearts, and the situation. We are constantly in need, of your mercy and forgiveness; help us to exhibit the same mercy and forgiveness to our offenders. In Jesus name we ask. Amen.
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be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as
God in Christ forgave you.