Healing with Forgiveness

Forgiveness is a process, but it hurts. A deep gash has opened a wound on our heart. The pain from something or someone has scarred our spirit and left a wounded mark never to be forgotten. As with any abrasion, recovery is a long and agonizing process. Although the deep cut isn't physical the effects permeate every fiber of our being. It feels physical. The pain is real, but the hurt is emotional, mental, and spiritual. Painful experiences are a part of life. Wounds from words, arguments, relationships, lies, and flared emotions are difficult to heal from. Christians are not immune from the devastating effects of arguments or broken relationships. We hold our most prized possession in our hands - our hearts. We give individuals the opportunity to love and tenderly cultivate friendships and relationships. Our identity is vulnerable; our innermost thoughts exposed. Then the unthinkable happens - a painful word, argument, or situation. Here lies our choice. Do we forgive or do we hold onto unforgiveness?