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Your Question:
Can I ever forgive my family for not being there for me?
Answer:
The struggle with unforgiveness is a heavy burden to carry. I've seen it in my own family, and I've struggled with it myself. As a pastor, I've counseled many families who are torn apart by unforgiveness. It's a pattern that's hard to break, but it's not impossible. I've come to realize that unforgiveness is often a choice, and it's a choice that can be made again and again. As I reflect on my own family, I see that we've struggled with unforgiveness in the past. My wife, Susan, and I have had to work through our own issues and model forgiveness for our children, Joshua and Rebecca. It's not always easy, but it's essential for healing and moving forward. I've learned that forgiveness doesn't mean forgetting what happened or excusing the behavior, but rather releasing the hurt and anger associated with it. As I look to Scripture, I'm reminded of the importance of forgiveness. Jesus teaches us to forgive others as we've been forgiven by God (Matthew 6:14-15). He also tells us to forgive others before we even pray (Mark 11:25). Forgiveness is a choice that requires effort and intentionality, but it's a choice that can bring healing and restoration to our families. I'm committed to modeling forgiveness in my own family and encouraging others to do the same.
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power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
true sexual morality
daniel heimbach
systematic theology
wayne grudem
meaning of marriage
timothy keller
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