Forgiveness Starts With You.

“Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you.”Ephesians‬ ‭4:32‬ ‭

The story of Joesph is so sad, his own family sold him out of jealousy. They were so upset that his father was close to him that they lied to their father and said he died. At the end of the story, Joesph forgives them and shows them kindness. He chose to forgive although he had been hurt. It's easy to say things like you will forgive someone but putting yourself in a position to choose forgiveness over hurt. It's easy to say you can forgive someone but when you're hurt it's like a temptation to hold onto that anger towards them. It's easier to just let go, forgive and forget. Today, stop holding on to any anger or resisentment you have towards anyone and forgive them. Forgiveness begins with you and keeps you from carrying the baggage of the resisentment towards that person. The Bible says we have to forgive to be forgiven. Forgiveness starts with you! Here are some verses to reflect on today. “Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.” Colossians‬ ‭3:13‬ ‭ “But if you refuse to forgive others, your Father will not forgive your sins.”Matthew‬ ‭6:15‬ ‭ ““No, not seven times,” Jesus replied, “but seventy times seven!” Matthew‬ ‭18:22‬ ‭ “Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they don’t know what they are doing.” And the soldiers gambled for his clothes by throwing dice.” Luke‬ ‭23:34‬ ‭

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