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Your Question:
how can i forgive my family member?
Answer:
Forgiveness is a process that requires effort and commitment. As a pastor, I've seen many families struggle with unforgiveness, and it's a pattern that can be difficult to break. However, I believe that forgiveness is not just about the other person, but also about our own relationship with God. When we hold onto unforgiveness, it can create a wall between us and God, hindering our prayers and our relationship with Him. In my own family, I've had to work through forgiveness with my wife Susan and our children. As a parent, I want to teach them the importance of forgiveness and how to live in ongoing forgiveness. I pray with them and encourage them to make the decision to forgive based on God's Word, not on how they feel. I remind them that forgiveness doesn't justify the other person's actions, but rather it makes us free. I also pray that they will understand that only God knows the whole story and that we shouldn't judge others. As a family, we've learned that forgiveness is not always easy, but it's necessary for our relationship with God and with each other. I encourage my children to forgive their siblings and others who may have hurt them, just as God forgives us. I remind them that if they don't forgive others, God won't forgive them either. I pray that they will learn to forgive freely, not just because they feel like it, but because they understand the depth of God's forgiveness towards them.
Sources:
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
true sexual morality
daniel heimbach
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
meaning of marriage
timothy keller
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