One of the most powerful things you can do for this year is to forgive someone.
Maybe that someone is yourself.
Forgiveness is a relationship word. It is about daily taking stock of our relationship with God and with others. It is taking responsibility for our part in our relationships. It is about receiving grace from God, and giving grace to others.
It is about living forgiven and living a life of forgiving. Jesus showed us how to forgive and then said, “follow me.” He empowers you to do it.
Forgiveness always feels like a sacrifice because it is. It is a sacrifice of trusting God and releasing the person to Him. It is a sacrifice that sets you free to live the life God has called you to. It allows you to be responsible for yourself and release others to be responsible for themselves.
What do you need forgiveness for?
Who do you need to forgive?