I’ve been struggling with some forgiveness issues. Two separate issues.
First, when have you given forgiveness? If you can say that you’ve forgiven someone,
and feel like you legitimately mean it, have you really forgiven them? What if hurt or bitterness pops up again? Can you forgive if the person has never even
asked for forgiveness?
Second has to do with the forgiveness of Christ. Where does repentance fit in to the
forgiveness of Christ? To receive forgiveness
do you have to hold to your repentance?
What if you have repentance but then lapse into old sins? What if you ask for forgiveness fully
planning on continuing to sin?
Just some of the questions that have been keeping me up at
night…
If you have any thoughts or answers please share.
JDub, I think it is important to remember that true forgiveness doesn't have to be asked for, it is freely given, and most profound when it is not asked for. The Lord knows the thoughts of all men and can see the heart and judge correctly.
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