I understand all these questions, because I’ve asked them and wrestled through them myself. And while I will be the first in line to raise my hand and admit forgiveness is a hard step to take, it’s also the only step that leads to anything good. Every other choice—including the choice not to do anything and remain where we are—just adds more hurt upon hurt. But how do we even position ourselves to forgive? Here are a few truths I’ve been learning to hang on to in my heart when I’m struggling to step toward forgiveness:
