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can i ever forgive my family?
Answer:
As a pastor, I've seen many families struggle with unforgiveness and its consequences. It's a pattern that can be passed down through generations, and it's not just about the person who was wronged, but also about the one who wronged them. I've seen it in my own family, and I've seen it in the families of those I've counseled. It's a cycle that can be hard to break, but it's not impossible. Forgiveness is a choice, and it's a process. It doesn't mean forgetting what happened, but it means not holding it against the person who wronged you. It means releasing the anger and resentment that can build up over time. As the Bible says, "If you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you" (Matthew 6:14-15). Forgiveness is not just about the other person, it's about our own relationship with God. As I reflect on my own family, I realize that forgiveness is not always easy, but it's necessary. My wife Susan and I have been married for 19 years, and we've had our share of disagreements. But we've learned to forgive each other and work through our issues. Our children, Joshua and Rebecca, are still young, and they're learning the importance of forgiveness and reconciliation. It's a lesson that I'm still learning myself, but I'm grateful for the opportunity to grow and learn with my family.
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