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Your Question:
can i ever forgive my family?
Answer:
I can relate to the struggle with unforgiveness in family relationships. As a pastor, I've seen many families deal with hurt and resentment, and it's a heavy burden to carry. I've had to confront my own feelings of anger and bitterness towards family members who have wronged me in the past. But I've come to realize that holding onto unforgiveness only hurts me and damages our relationships. I've learned that forgiveness doesn't mean forgetting what happened or excusing the other person's behavior. It means letting go of the anger and resentment that's holding me back from moving forward. As the Bible says, "If you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you" (Matthew 6:14-15). I've had to renew my commitment to forgive my family members, even when it's hard, and ask God to help me let go of my hurt and anger. As a husband and father, I want to model forgiveness for my wife Susan and our children, Joshua and Rebecca. I want them to see that forgiveness is a choice, and that it's possible to forgive even when it's hard. I've seen the impact of unforgiveness on families, and I don't want that to happen in our family. I'm praying for God to help me forgive and move forward, and I'm trusting that He will give me the strength and wisdom to do so.
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