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
People can be more forgiving than you can imagine. But you have to forgive yourself. Let go of what's bitter and move on.
Darkness cannot drive out darkness only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate only love can do that.
God pardons like a mother, who kisses the offense into everlasting forgiveness.
god pardons like a mother, offense, forgiveness
