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Free Yourself; Forgive

Free Yourself ; FORGIVE  Pt 1

Forgiveness is one of the keys to happiness and if there is anything hindering Christians from experiencing God’s best in their lives and walking in Christ abundant provision, it is un-forgiveness.

Un-forgiveness is the refusal to let go of offences done to you and at the same time keeping grudges towards such a fellow. The most pathetic aspect of un-forgiveness is that many believers in the church find it difficult to forgive other church members.

WHY IS IT NECCESARY TO FORGIVE

1. It is a commandment from God. God instructs us forgive others as many times they offend us. Truth be told forgiving people at times might not be easy but we must do it if we won't be disobeying our Master. (Luke17:3, 4)

2. Forgiving is a proof that the love of God dwells in you. How can you prove that the love of God which is shed abroad in your heart is truly in you if you can't forgive others when they offend you? (2Timothy 1:7, Romans 5:5)

3. To also obtain forgiveness from God (Matthew 6:14, 15) Your being forgiven is tied to whether you forgive others or not. You want God to forgive you too? Then forgive others.

4. Un-forgiveness hinders answers to prayers and blessings. (Mark 11:22-26, Ps 66:18). It's unimaginable to know that all the hours you spend in prayers will be a waste of time and energy just by holding a grudge against someone.

5. For your offerings, sacrifices or service to be acceptable. Simply put, un-forgiveness robs you of your rewards as a steward. (Matthew 5:23-24)

6. For peace and love to reign especially in the house of God.

   I want you to know that you can't start the next chapter of your life when you keep re-reading the last one. Forgiveness doesn't excuse people's behaviour, rather it prevents their behaviour from destroying your heart. It is what you do for yourself to get well and move on in life.

  Tomorrow I will be sharing with you on how to forgive others. Stay blessed.


©theINSIGHT 2015

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