Forgiveness may be one of the hardest things God calls us to practice, whether toward others or toward ourselves. It doesn’t mean excusing evil or pretending nothing happened. It’s the deliberate, God-honoring choice to release resentment, let go of the desire for revenge, and trust our heavenly Father with justice. Even the world around us recognizes what Scripture has long …
Freedom of Forgiveness
Rich Robson shared a powerful reminder of how unforgiveness can poison the heart and hinder spiritual growth. Citing a 2022 study showing that 78% of adults worldwide carry lingering resentment, he explained that holding grudges harms only the one who refuses to let go. Forgiveness, he noted, is not a feeling but a choice—one modeled perfectly by God throughout Scripture. …
Overcoming Regret
Have you ever struggled with regret? I know I have. There are things in my past I wish I could undo—words I shouldn’t have said, choices I shouldn’t have made, opportunities I let slip away. Regret can be a heavy burden, one that weighs us down and keeps us from moving forward. Philippians 3:13-14“Forgetting what is behind and straining toward …
The Poison Of Unforgiveness
One of the greatest types of giving is forgiving. When we think of the character of God, forgiveness is an extension of His mercy. He “forgives all our sins and heals all our diseases.” We simply cannot walk in intimate fellowship with Him without forgiveness. The fact is, unforgiveness arrests our spiritual development. It keeps us from being strong in …
God’s Forgiveness
Is God a forgiving God? A question that is often considered today. People think there are limits to God’s forgiveness. Hebrews 10:26 can cause doudt. Throughout the Bible we read about God’s compassionate forgiveness, however this verse seems to indicate a limit to His forgiveness. This teaching takes a closer look at Hebrews in light of many other verses about …