How do I forgive my family member for stealing from me?

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Forgiveness is a crucial aspect of our spiritual lives, and it's something I've had to grapple with in my own life as a pastor and a husband. When it comes to forgiving a family member for stealing from us, it's essential to recognize that our ability to forgive is often tied to our own sense of superiority. As long as we feel like we're better than the person who wronged us, it's hard to forgive. I've seen this pattern in my own family, and it's a reminder that we all struggle with this issue at some point.

To truly forgive, we need to take a step back and consider our own role in the situation. We need to ask ourselves if we've contributed to the problem in any way. This requires humility and a willingness to look at our own hearts. As I read in Ephesians 4:31-32, "If you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses." This reminds me that forgiveness is a two-way street, and it's not just about forgiving others, but also about receiving God's forgiveness for ourselves.

In dealing with a family member who has wronged us, it's often helpful to have a conversation about the issue. This can help to clear the air and work towards healing. As I've seen in my own family, this can be a difficult conversation to have, but it's often necessary for moving forward. Ultimately, forgiveness is about releasing the debt and believing that the person who wronged us owes us nothing. It's a reminder that our relationships with others are ultimately about our relationship with God, and that He is the one who is most concerned with our hearts and our actions.

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