And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive them, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins.
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Mark 11:25
(NIV)
Part 49 of 49
Forgive Quickly
Scripture
Love is a choice! First Corinthians 13:5 says love is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs (NIV). I can choose to forgive and let it go, or I can hold on to the offense and let the hurt turn into something even worse.
For example, sometimes an offense starts out like a paper cut. It’s seemingly small, but if you don’t take care of it properly, it can begin to fester. In time, it can become infected and cause you a lot of pain. I’ve learned that the quicker I can forgive somebody, the easier it’s going to be. Sometimes this means being the first one to apologize and make peace—even if it’s not my fault!
Forgive and Be Free
Joyce teaches about the benefits of practicing forgiveness God’s way. READ MORE
Tip
“The quicker I forgive others and get rid of any offense, the more peace I have in my life.”
— Joyce Meyer
Study Suggestion
We can find a scripture to pray in every situation life brings. Look up scriptures about forgiving others that you can write down or memorize. Use them in your prayers this week.
