Forgiveness is an act of the will, and the will can function regardless of the temperature of the heart.
God's forgiveness allows us to be honest with ourselves. We recognize our imperfections, admit our failures, and plead to God for clemency.
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When there's that forgiveness present and compassion, it just helps you live so much easier.
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Forgiveness is indifference. Forgiveness is impossible while love lasts.
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I think the first step is to understand that forgiveness does not exonerate the perpetrator. Forgiveness liberates the victim. It's a gift you give yourself.
FORGIVENESS, FORGIVENESS LIBERATES THE VICTIM