With Forgiveness there is true Freedom. As long as we hold on to unforgiveness, it stops us from moving forward to all God has for us. It blocks the channel of communication between you and God. It is important to forgive others so we can become more like Jesus. I believe true forgiveness in our hearts can only come from Him. The more we humble ourselves in the sight of the Lord, the more grace we receive to forgive. We need to forget what others have done to hurt us and not rehearse it over in our minds. We may not forget completely but we need to let it go and let God take over. Put it out of your mind and not remind yourself of what they did but set your mind on other things as it says in Philippians chapter 4 verse 8 to think on things that are true, honest, just, pure and lovely and of good report and if there be any virtue and praise keep your mind on those things. Sometimes it is even more difficult to forgive ourselves over something we did, and I remember times in my life when I would beat myself up over an area where I failed, until the Lord brought to my remembrance the scripture in Romans chapter 8 verse 1, There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh but after the Spirit. I can’t condemn myself, for Jesus has forgiven me, so therefore I need to forgive myself. When we allow the Holy Spirit to renew our mind from negative thinking and restore our heart to truly forgive ourselves and others, then our spiritual being is renewed, refreshed and revived to live in true freedom. Let’s move forward and forgive and forget so we can experience true freedom in the Spirit.
James 4:6,7,8,10.
Lord Jesus, Please help me to forgive others as You have forgiven me. Help me to grow in Your grace and the knowledge of Your word, so I may be pleasing in Your sight. Help me to let go and dwell on You so I can live in true freedom. In Your precious name, Amen
May these words encourage your heart and inspire you to forgive and forget and live in true freedom. May God bless you as you do, Love Lollita
Author June Hodgins 