Proverbs 17:9 NCV
Whoever forgives someone’s sin makes a friend, but gossiping about the sin breaks up
friendships.
Every relationship you have is affected by your choice to forgive.
Forgive yourself
Jeremiah 31:34c ESV
For I will forgive their iniquity and remember their sin no more.
Forgive others
Colossians 3:13 NLT
Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you.
Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.
Forgive, and move on wisely
Proverbs 27:12 NCV
The wise see danger ahead and avoid it, but fools keep going and get into trouble.
Matthew 10:16 ESV
Behold, I am sending you as a sheep in the midst of wolves, so be as wise as serpents and innocent as doves.
4 steps on HOW to forgive:
- Ask God to reveal to you where forgiveness is due.
- Tell God you forgive them
- If possible, Tell them you forgive them
- Live in it, Don’t dwell on it.