Comments on: forgiveness frees us

By: Nick B

Nick B — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 20:43:00 +0000

Lara, I think we’re on the same wavelength. (http://sjlmwh.blogspot.com) Thank you!

By: Keya @ Nourished Motherhood

Keya @ Nourished Motherhood — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 16:14:00 +0000

I have been thinking about forgiveness a lot lately as well. It is so true that holding a grudge does nothing but bind YOU. I praying that I can live more in “forgiveness mode” so that my children can see a good example.

By: Lara Gibson Williams

Lara Gibson Williams — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 11:15:00 +0000

In reply to Kelly Swanson. (WARNING: SHAMELESS PLUG) Yes, I completely agree! We so need help with the how. That's what I address in that chapter of my upcoming book. (I warned you!) Thanks for your words, friend.

By: Kelly Swanson

Kelly Swanson — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 10:47:00 +0000

This is so true, Lara. It’s a subject I speak of as a motivational speaker – probably because I am often convicted of the need to forgive. The call to forgive. The words commanding us to love “even our enemies”. And this is beyond hard. In fact, I think it’s Holy Spirit hard. Meaning we can’t do this in our own strength. But we can do it in His. I also think there is a next step – the “how” to forgive. We know we should, but we don’t know exactly what that means. I have learned that forgiveness does not necessarily mean we have to let them know we have forgiven them – opening the door for further issues. I also don’t think it means we have to continue the relationship. Having a friend who hurts you continuously, can be forgiven, but it doesn’t mean you have to move in with her. I think many of us get caught up in just how we forgive.

Just my thoughts. Thanks for sharing Lara!