YOU MUST FORGIVE THOSE WHO HAVE WRONGED YOU.

 "Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Ephesians 4:32."


The issue of forgiving those who have wronged us is not easy, given the reality of the wounds caused by those who have hurt us. However, forgiveness is not optional; it is mandatory. If you do not forgive those who wronged you, God will not forgive you. As He said in His word:

"For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins. Matthew 6:14-15."

Therefore, you see that for you to be forgiven of your sins, you must also forgive those who have wronged you. And I believe that you know you are not perfect and that you need forgiveness, so you must also forgive those who have wronged you.

When you hold on to judgment and bitterness in your heart against someone who has wronged you, it is as though you are judging yourself. This is because the principle of forgiveness works in this way: if you forgive, you are forgiven; if you judge, you are judged. The word of God says:

"Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Ephesians 4:32."

Today, God speaks to you again through His word: forgive and let go of all the wrongs that people have done to you. Do not say that the person who wronged you did it deliberately. You should have the intention to forgive and pray to God to help you. If you do so, you will be in a position to receive God's grace and forgiveness.

Prayer: Oh, LORD, I pray grant me the strength and ability to forgive all who have wronged me. I reject the spirit of bitterness and unforgiveness in the name of Jesus. Amen.

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