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Your Question:
can i ever forgive myself for not being able to save my business?
Answer:
I can relate to your struggle with forgiving yourself. As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with guilt and shame after making mistakes, including business failures. The Bible teaches us that forgiveness is not just about forgiving others, but also about forgiving ourselves. When we forgive ourselves, we're not excusing our mistakes, but rather releasing the burden of guilt and shame that can weigh us down. You see, when we hold onto guilt and shame, it can become a vicious cycle that prevents us from moving forward. It's like trying to play chess with a heavy burden on our shoulders - it's hard to think clearly and make good decisions. But when we forgive ourselves, we can start to see things more clearly and make amends for our mistakes. As the Bible says, "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness" (1 John 1:9). So, can you forgive yourself for not being able to save your business? Absolutely. Forgiveness doesn't mean forgetting what happened or making excuses for your mistakes. It means releasing the burden of guilt and shame and moving forward with a clear conscience. As a Christian, I believe that God forgives me, and I can forgive myself too. It's a process, and it may take time and practice, but with God's help, I know I can forgive myself and move forward.
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