Forgive It And Move On

Forgive...as quickly and thoroughly as God...forgave you.
Ephesians 4:32

The word "forgive" literally means "to get it out." Forgiveness has very little to do with the other person; it's a decision you make, like expelling carbon dioxide from your body because you know that holding onto it will only hurt you. So release it. Go head - exhale. Let all that bitterness out and breathe in God's love. The test of love is to forgive the guilty. That's what God did for you - and it's what He commands you to do for others! Not suggests, commands! Can you pass the test, or are you refusing to forgive things that aren't any worse than some of the stuff you've done? Forgive them, or you'll never be free to enjoy the relationship God wants you to have with them - and Him.

Whatever you don't forgive, you relive. That causes you to keep striking out at others and robs you of the joy of loving, and being loved in return. What a loss! Unforgiveness is an umbilical cord that keeps you tied to the past. When you forgive, you cut that cord. When you refuse to, you remain tethered to memories that can affect you endlessly.That's how issues pass from generation to generation. So take charge today by saying, "This ends here and now, and it ends with me!" Learn to receive forgiveness from God - and from those you've hurt - then offer itto those who've hurt you!
When you can do that your heart will be tender,your spirit light, your mind free, your vision clear, and your speech filled with kindness.