April Reader Challenge
We are adding something new to my monthly newsletter. Each month, I will ask readers to challenge themselves to do something in an effort to promote personal growth. Perhaps it will be an act of kindness that will give you peace of heart and mind, or possibly suggest a way to self-nurture during these often-difficult times. Feel free to share in the comments section of my blog if you feel called to do so. This month’s challenge is:
FORGIVE SOMEONE IN A WAY THAT WILL SET YOUR SPIRIT FREE.
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Mar 31, 2022 06:25AM
I had to forgive someone that abused me in such awful ways during our marriage and the person that I loved and trusted. It was hard for me, but I was a Survivor and knew I had to do it for both my peace of mind, but peace in my heart and soul. God was there in ways I didn't know the entire time!!!
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Cindy wrote: "I had to forgive someone that abused me in such awful ways during our marriage and the person that I loved and trusted. It was hard for me, but I was a Survivor and knew I had to do it for both my ..."Thank you for sharing your story, Cindy.
Back in February someone who I had known for over twenty years and been close friends with for about ten decided to literally block me from her life in less than a span of twenty-four hours. She had been doing things that hurt me for quite some time and after seeing that the hurt just wasn't going away I decided that in order to heal and move on that I needed to talk to her about it. After all, if you don't know something is broken you can't fix it and assuming someone knows how you feel is not a good thing. She told me she was sorry and I thought everything was okay. The very next day she said she no longer wanted to speak with me because I had hurt her too, but she never said anything about it. If I had of known I would've tried to make things right by her because she was more than just a friend to me she was like a sister. Since this has happened it has made me question some of my other relationships. I believe that if you truly love someone you're honest with them even when it hurts. A true friend won't make you feel good all the time because sometimes the truth hurts. (Proverbs 27:6) I know that I've forgiven her in my heart because I still love her and I wish her well in her life. I just wish she had of told me what was bothering her instead of ending our friendship the way she did. I still hope God restores this broken friendship.
You are welcome Regina, and thanks for sharing your story. I have been there too, sadly.
