Today, let’s consider giving one of the most freeing and grace-filled gifts we have the privilege to share with another person, or perhaps ourselves: forgiveness.
- It isn’t wrapped in paper or bows, but laid-bare before another.
- The power of forgiveness doesn’t diminish based on the recipient’s response because it’s not given based on our feelings, but rather, faithfulness. It is an act of the will. (1 Cor. 15:5)
- Forgiveness hinders the enemy’s power in our lives and frees God’s best. (2 Cor. 2: 7-11)
- No gift tag required. (John 13:34-35)
Is there someone on your Christmas list who needs/wants something from you much greater than any material possession?
“Not forgiving is like drinking cat poison
and then waiting for the rat to die.”
– Anne Lamott
Great reminder. Thank you. Merry Christmas!
Excellent post, Cathy. Thanks for the reminder. After all, isn't this the gift He gives us? (1John1:9)Passing the gift of forgiveness along this Christmas!
Thanks Vonda! I hope you and your sweet family have a very Merry Christmas too. 🙂
Love you!
Yes indeed, Kathy. I can't imagine life without His gift of forgiveness – which makes me even more thankful for the privilege to forgive others. It's not always easy, but it's always necessary.
Merry Christmas!!!!
Well your post is certainly a needed reminder–and just in case we miss the importance–you drove it on home wiht that colorful quote!
I thought you'd like that quote, Marcia. 🙂 It certainly made me stop in my tracks.
Thanks so much for sharing!
I love the idea, "no gift tag required.' 😉 Bless you Cathy! and Merry Christmas! Love, HEster 🙂
Blessings to you and your sweet family Hester!
Merry Christmas from SC 🙂