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
Forgiveness is a funny thing. It warms the heart and cools the sting.
forgiveness, funny, warms the heart
Darkness cannot drive out darkness only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate only love can do that.
Always forgive your enemies - nothing annoys them so much.
forgive your enemies, nothing annoys them, forgiveness
Anger ventilated often hurries towards forgiveness anger concealed often hardens into revenge.
Never forget the three powerful resources you always have available to you: love, prayer, and forgiveness.
Forgiveness is indifference. Forgiveness is impossible while love lasts.
FORGIVENESS, FORGIVENESS IS INDIFFERENCE
