November 5, 2011

Getting Even

How do you know if you have forgiven that person? You have forgiven them when you have the opportunity to get even with them and you don’t take it.

Have you ever wondered if you have really forgiven someone? One true test is when the chance comes to get even with them, you don’t.  You choose to bless them rather than hurt them.  You go against what the world says you should do, you take the high road; the path less traveled.  The saying, “I don’t get mad, I get even,” does not flow with forgiveness.  We step aside and allow the negative, hard, hurt feelings to pass by us.  Forgiveness isn’t easy or everyone would do it, right. Take an inventory of your relationships; look at the forgiveness areas.  All relationships require forgiveness; if they are to last.  Make sure that you are looking to get even, but you are looking to be a blessing to them.  Yes, you can forgive completely.  Don’t let your pride talk you out of total and complete forgiveness. Start today!