Biblical Answer

The Debt We Carry

We often carry a debt that we cannot pay, and it weighs heavily on our hearts. This debt is not just financial, but also emotional and spiritual. It can be the result of past hurts, betrayals, or injustices that we have experienced. We may feel that we owe someone something, or that someone owes us. This debt can lead to feelings of anger, resentment, and frustration.

The Debt of Unforgiveness

Unforgiveness is a major obstacle to canceling the debt we carry. When we hold onto unforgiveness, we are essentially saying that the debt is still valid, and that we will not let it go. However, the Bible teaches us that we have the power to forgive, and to cancel the debt. In Matthew 18:23-27, Jesus tells the parable of the servant who was forgiven a huge debt, but then refused to forgive another servant who owed him a smaller amount. Jesus teaches us that if we do not forgive others, God will not forgive us. Therefore, we must make a conscious decision to forgive, and to cancel the debt.

Canceling the Debt

To cancel the debt, we must first identify the debt that we are carrying. This may involve making a list of the people who have hurt or wronged us, and the specific ways in which they have hurt us. Once we have identified the debt, we can make a conscious decision to cancel it. This involves forgiving the person or people who have wronged us, and releasing them from the debt that we feel they owe us. It is not about getting revenge or seeking justice, but about releasing the burden of unforgiveness and allowing God to heal our hearts. By canceling the debt, we can experience freedom from the weight of unforgiveness, and live a life that is characterized by love, joy, and peace.