Forgiveness and Letting Go ⁽⁶⁾

The First Day You Realise You Are Able to Genuinely Thank God "The Lord has done it this very day; let us rejoice today and be glad." — Psalm 118:24 (NIV) There are days in grief when thanksgiving feels impossible. The morning comes, but it…

Hope Is Never an Insult to Your Grief "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." — Romans 15:13 (NIV) Hope can…

When Grief Leaves You Holding Shame You Need to Release "Who is a God like you, who pardons sin and forgives the transgression of the remnant of his inheritance? You do not stay angry forever but delight to show mercy." — Micah 7:18 Grief does…

Compassion Without Pretending the Hurt Was Small "Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the…

When Forgiveness Feels Like Another Burden "Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, 'Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?' Jesus answered, 'I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.'" — Matthew…

Bitterness is still burning in you, and you know it "Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you." —…