Jesus commanded His followers to forgive. Not once. Not seven times. Seventy times seven. He meant unlimited forgiveness. But this is one of the hardest commands to obey. When someone has hurt you deeply, forgiveness feels impossible. The pain is real. The betrayal is real. The anger is justified. Yet Christ calls you to forgive.
Forgiveness is not about excusing what someone did. It is not about pretending it did not hurt. It is not about reconciling with someone who is still dangerous. Forgiveness is releasing your right to revenge. It is giving your pain to God and trusting Him to bring justice.
A study published in the Journal of Behavioral Medicine found that forgiveness is linked to better mental and physical health. People who forgive have lower blood pressure, less depression, and better sleep. Unforgiveness keeps you trapped in the past. Forgiveness sets you free.
The process of forgiveness takes time. It is not a one-time prayer. It is a journey. You may have to forgive the same person many times, especially when the memories resurface. This is normal. Be patient with yourself..Read/See More
