April 28, 2011

Decision to Forgive

There are so many of us that still have unforgiveness in our heart.  Remember, forgiveness is not an emotion but a decision.  Emotions do follow decisions though. So choose to forgive today.

If you have been reading this blog for very long, you know I am a firm believer in forgiveness.  It is essential to having peace in our life.  So many times we withhold forgiveness from someone; even from ourselves, that it becomes a way of life for us.  It is not a very good life though.  Unforgiveness will grow inside you if not gotten rid of.  It is like a cancer and will spread throughout you.  It will affect other relationships.  You will become bitter, angry and can even have hatred toward others.  Unforgiveness will keep you in bondage until it is released.  The person may not even deserve your forgiveness; give it anyway.  It doesn’t mean that they get to get away with what they did, but it is not up to us to be the judge and jury.  God said He will do that.  We are not God, ok.  Sweep out unforgiveness.  It is a gift that will benefit the giver for more than it will those it is given to.  Experience et freedom that comes from having a forgiving heart and spirit.  No longer will unforgiveness have a stronghold in our life.  Choose to forgive all today.