Forgiveness Is Not Just For Sissie PDF
Forgiveness is almost universally misunderstood. Words conjure up images and impressions that change what a term really means. When the word forgiveness comes up, the image it usually brings up is something like a Bible – thumping preacher shaking his finger at a congregation, explaining what Jesus expects from everyone.
Does it make sense to let someone off the hook when what they did festers as hate and resentment ? It makes no sense to say “Its o.k., I can and will live with what you did. Now let’s get on with life. God bless you brother.”