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Forgiving someone who hurt you can be challenging. To help you out here are some simple tips along with forgiveness quotes from the Bible.
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Forgiving someone who hurt you can be one of the most challenging things to do, especially when it’s a fresh wound. However, it’s one of the most important aspects of life. Forgiveness will be a continuous concept you must practice in your life. To encourage and assist you here is a simple guide to forgiving someone who hurt you, specifically utilizing forgiveness quotes from the Bible.
Why Should We Forgive According to God?
God is clear on the importance of forgiveness. Forgiveness is given to us freely by God when we accept the gospel and become Christians. If forgiveness is given to us freely shouldn’t we do the same to the people that hurt us? Well yes, we are commanded to forgive others as Christ forgave us. If we do not forgive why would you expect God to forgive you for all your offenses?
And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.
Ephesians 4:32, KJV
The story in Matthew chapter 18 is an amazing representation of forgiveness and how God views us when we do not forgive. Review this beautiful example given by Christ when talking to Peter about forgiveness and how often we should forgive others.
Forgiving Someone who hurt You: Matthew 18:21-35, KJV
21 Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times? 22 Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven. 23 Therefore is the kingdom of heaven likened unto a certain king, which would take account of his servants. 24 And when he had begun to reckon, one was brought unto him, which owed him ten thousand talents. 25 But forasmuch as he had not to pay, his lord commanded him to be sold, and his wife, and children, and all that he had, and payment to be made. 26 The servant therefore fell down, and worshipped him, saying, Lord, have patience with me, and I will pay thee all. 27 Then the lord of that servant was moved with compassion, and loosed him, and forgave him the debt. 28 But the same servant went out, and found one of his fellowservants, which owed him an hundred pence: and he laid hands on him, and took him by the throat, saying, Pay me that thou lowest. 29 And his fellowservant fell down at his feet, and besought him, saying, Have patience with me, and I will pay thee all. 30 And he would not: but went and cast him into prison, till he should pay the debt. 31 So when his fellowservants saw what was done, they were very sorry, and came and told unto their lord all that was done. 32 Then his lord, after that he had called him, said unto him, O thou wicked servant, I forgave thee all that debt, because thou desiredst me: 33 Shouldest not thou also have had compassion on thy fellowservant, even as I had pity on thee? 34 And his lord was wroth, and delivered him to the tormentors, till he should pay all that was due unto him. 35 So likewise shall my heavenly Father do also unto you, if ye from your hearts forgive not every one his brother their trespasses.
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Steps to Forgive Someone
Step 1: Acknowledge what was done
First, it’s important to come to the realization of what was done to you. Acknowledge that this person did hurt you and the situation in its entirety. Once you acknowledge it you can move forward to heal and restore it rather than to keep it all in. Talking to God about the situation in detail can be very healing to identify it and move towards forgiveness.
Step 2: Replace Hate with Love
It’s important to admit the hatred, frustration, or sadness a situation of hurt may cause. However, it is important not to marinate in this state. When we don’t forgive others we store up a lot of negative emotions of hatred and anger rather than love in our hearts. Having hatred in our hearts manifests sin which will only create a cycle of sin in our lives. Prevent this cycle from forming and replace the hate with love. The love will cover all offenses that have been done to you. Here are a few verses to put into perspective the importance of love.
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Philippians 4:6 - Be careful for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
Matthew 21:22 - And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive.
James 1:5-8 - 5 If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. 6 But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. 7 For let not that man think that he shall receive anything of the Lord. 8 A double minded man is unstable in all his ways.
Step 3: Prayer
I know, these verses seem beautiful and you want to put them into practice, but it’s easier said than done. If you find yourself struggling to forgive others or replace the hate with love, pray to God. Pray to God to replace the hate with love and to be filled with forgiveness. Prayer is powerful and beautiful and as a Christian, your prayer does not go on deaf ears ever. He will give you the wisdom to handle a situation the correct way that glorifies Him the most.
Next Steps?
A lot of people are curious if this person should be in your life after the situation. This all depends on the circumstances, the severity, the effects of this person staying in your life, and more. Everyone's situation is different and will require prayer and time in God’s word. However, here is a few simple guidelines to remember.
Sometimes God will take people out of your life so remember it’s okay to let them go. You can still practice forgiveness even if they cannot be in your life anymore.
Separation is often necessary for healing.
Forgive and forget. Practical in the sense that you forgive the person and don’t bring up the offense with them again.
Create healthy boundaries to encourage respect with people.
We hope you enjoyed this simple and quick guide to forgiving someone who hurt you. We hope these biblical principles and forgiveness quotes from the Bible encourage you to start your forgiveness journey.
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