From my Bible study this week, I was reminded once again of the importance of forgiveness. I took some time for self-reflection and asked the Holy Spirit to reveal any unforgiveness within me. Trust that when you ask for such things, especially when it concerns purifying your heart, you will receive an answer. From my experience, I feel that God responds swiftly to these prayers, especially when He knows that my intentions are genuine. After all, God knows everything about us.

During my reflection, I sensed the Holy Spirit exposing a form of indirect unforgiveness within me. Now, what does this mean? Indirect unforgiveness is like carrying a heavy backpack filled with unresolved issues, whether from the past or present. In my own case, as I reflected further, I realized that I might be harboring some unresolved hurt against those who have harmed the people I love dearly.

This isn’t the first time I’ve prayed about this. Letting go of someone or people who have hurt you is a continuous process, which is why Jesus told Peter to forgive “seventy times seven” (Matthew 18:22).

Now that I’ve shared my story of unforgiveness, let me encourage you to do some reflection as well. Don’t be quick to assume you are free of unforgiveness. You may unknowingly be carrying some form of indirect unforgiveness. Remember, forgiveness frees you in more ways than you can imagine, and we are called to forgive because Christ Jesus forgave us.

Shalom,

Iamsosasmama