Harboring unforgiveness is probably one of the most dangerous heart conditions we can have because the Bible tells us very plainly that if we will not forgive other people, then God cannot forgive us.
Forgiveness releases the accused from your custody and turns him over to God…the righteous Judge. The one and only One who is both able and responsible for carrying out justice.
We sometimes feel that if we forgive someone, justice will not be served. They’ll get off scot-free. We’ll be doing little more than giving them permission to do wrong again, seeing how easily we let them get away with it this time.
From a human perspective, this makes since. But according to God’s Word, wrongdoers will get their just due. But we’re not the ones responsible to carry out the penalty. Romans 12:19 says, “Vengeance belongs to Me; I will repay,’ says the Lord”
Jesus taught us that we are to forgive those who hurt us, pray for those who despitefully use us, and bless those who curse us. That is hard! But there is something harder…being full of hatred, bitterness, and resentment. In reality, you are keeping yourself imprisoned by your offender.
Set yourself free! Don’t try to get people back for what they have done to you. Leave it in God’s hands.
In Him,
Dalinda
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