Hey friends! This is from my Facebook Live from May 28, 2020.
Today I am talking about forgiveness. The passage I am reading from is Colossians 3:13.
“Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.”
Colossians 3:13 NLT
Friends, I am going to be real with you. My husband called me out the other night on the topic of forgiveness. Have you ever wanted to just craw in a hole? Yep, that was me.
I had no idea I was holding on to some pain from the past couple of years. As I prayed about this yesterday morning, God spoke to me and said you need to write a letter to that person. Not to give it to them, but release the emotions and truly forgive that person.
God reminded me that sent his only son to die on the cross for the forgiveness of MY sins. I am so thankful how God has forgiven me for all the wrong sinful things I have done. God reminded me the importance to forgive others.
Friends, I did it. I wrote the letter, expressed my feelings and released that person from the hurt they caused me. It was so freeing. I knew if I didn’t forgive, the enemy was going to keep me stuck.
Forgiveness heals. Unforgiveness keeps you stuck. I am learning that often times God uses our waiting season to bring healing in our lives. Perhaps it is emotional healing. Perhaps it is physical healing or a spiritual healing. For me, it was emotional healing. I believe God was waiting for me to forgive someone who caused me pain in my past.
Is there someone you need to forgive today? Maybe it isn’t another person. Maybe you need to forgive yourself. My friend, God wants to bring healing and restoration to you.
Listen, if you need someone to talk to, I am available! I would love to pray with you.
Let’s pray..
Heavenly Father, Thank you father for your infinite love and forgiveness. Bless all those who are listening to my voice today. I pray you will bless each one this day. Meet them where they are.
Father, I lift up those who may be suffering from Covid 19 – whether it be from the virus or from a job loss. Continue to give us strength for each new day.
Today, I pray your blessings over everyone listening today.
In Jesus name. Amen.
Thanks for joining me today!
Have a blessed day!