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Your Question:
am i a bad person for not being able to forgive?
Answer:
My friend, I can relate to your struggle with unforgiveness. As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with the same issue. It's a heavy burden to carry, and it can consume us if we're not careful. The truth is, unforgiveness is not only a problem for the person we're holding it against, but also for ourselves. When we choose to hold onto unforgiveness, we're essentially choosing to let it define us and control our emotions. I remember a time when I was struggling with forgiveness towards my own family members. I was holding onto resentment and bitterness, and it was eating away at me. But as I reflected on my actions, I realized that I was trying to get revenge, to make them feel the same pain I was feeling. But that's not what forgiveness is about. Forgiveness is about releasing the hold that unforgiveness has on us, and choosing to let go of the hurt and anger. As I sought to forgive, I had to confront my own motivations and desires. I had to ask myself why I was holding onto unforgiveness, and what I hoped to gain from it. But the truth is, forgiveness doesn't change the past, it only changes us. It allows us to break free from the chains of unforgiveness and move forward, not for the benefit of the person we're forgiving, but for our own sake. So, my friend, I encourage you to take the first step towards forgiveness. It won't be easy, but it's worth it.
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meaning of marriage
timothy keller
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
jesus on trial
david limbaugh
true sexual morality
daniel heimbach
depression
edward welch
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