Friday, December 10, 2010

TOTD, 11 December - Forgiveness

Forgiveness

The Bible reminds us to forgive our brothers and sisters even if they sin against us seven times in a day and seven times come back to us saying, “ I repent,” we must forgive them.

Practically, it’s kind of hard to do so. Especially giving mercy the one who has hurt our heart deeply over and over again. But maybe, we need to realize that we can make mistakes over and over again to the same person, such as our loved ones-the ones who interact with us every day. And what if they won’t forgive us? It will be very sad, right?

So, as we need them to forgive us, we also need to ask for God’s grace to forgive others. It might be painful to let go the hatred, but it’s worth it to do so. Forgiveness from our heart will invite peacefulness inside of us. Try to bring our hatred and vengeance to the Lord and let Him guide us into forgiving others.

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If your brother or sistera]"> sins against you, rebuke them; and if they repent, forgive them. Even if they sin against you seven times in a day and seven times come back to you saying ‘I repent,’ you must forgive them.”

--- Luke 17:3-4

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