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Can I ever forgive myself for not seeing this coming?
Answer:
Forgiveness can be a challenging process, especially when it comes to forgiving ourselves. As someone who has experienced the weight of unforgiveness, I can attest to the fact that it can be paralyzing. However, I've come to realize that forgiveness is not about forgetting or excusing our past mistakes, but rather about releasing the hold they have on us. When we hold onto unforgiveness, we become imprisoned by our own anger and resentment. This can lead to a downward spiral of bitterness and hurt, making it even harder to forgive ourselves. But the good news is that forgiveness is possible, and it's not about erasing our past mistakes, but about letting go of the guilt and shame that comes with them. As the psalmist says, "If I, an Old Testament psalmist who hasn't seen the coming of Jesus, can speak with this kind of hope, how much more can you, who have witnessed the cross—the unmistakable evidence of forgiveness of sins?" In my own experience, I've come to realize that forgiveness is a process that requires commitment and renewal. It's not something that happens overnight, but rather a journey that requires us to confront our own sin and hurt, and to choose to let go of it. As I've learned to forgive myself and others, I've come to see that forgiveness is not just about others, but also about our own healing and freedom. It's a process that requires us to trust in God's goodness and provision, even when we don't understand what's happening.
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