Forgiveness and Healing

One of the unfortunate realities of life is that we find ourselves getting wounded often by others. Some of us have been hurt very deeply by things that others have done to us. Other wounds may not cut so deeply, but the damage is every bit as real.

Numerous studies in recent years have explored the benefits that can come about through forgiveness. Time and again, researchers have discovered that despite significant offenses done to them, people who choose forgiveness are able to find healing and a new outlook at life.

Evil and injustice take place on a daily basis in our world. But Christians proclaim a powerful truth: the answer to wrongdoing and injustice is not more of the same, but rather, forgiveness. Resentment eats away at us, but forgiveness heals and builds up.

Consider doing yourself a favor and choosing the way of forgiveness. Who needs to receive your forgiveness today? What are you holding on to that really needs to be let go?

Blessings,
Pastor Paul Cook