Having trouble to forgive

Grace Saved by Grace · 2025-01-25T14:54:43-0600

I am currently facing a very hard time forgiving several people who have hurt me badly, and forgiving myself for not acting more wisely in some of the situations and spared myself some of the hurt. I am feeling very down and very angry, and in Jesus name I pray for healing and for the ability to fully forgive and move on. Amen.

Articles · 2025-01-25T14:57:06-0600

We understand that you're going through a difficult time, struggling to forgive those who have hurt you, and also forgiving yourself. It's important to remember that forgiveness is a crucial part of the Christian walk, just as Jesus teaches us in Matthew 6:14-15 WEB: "For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you don't forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses."

Firstly, we commend you for praying in Jesus' name, as it is only through Him that we have access to God and can be saved. John 14:6 WEB: "Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me."

Now, let's address the issue of forgiveness. It's normal to feel anger and sadness when hurt, but it's important not to let these emotions control us. Ephesians 4:26-27 WEB: "Be angry, and don't sin.' Don't let the sun go down on your wrath, and don't give place to the devil." Holding onto anger and unforgiveness can open a door for the enemy to gain a foothold in our lives.

Forgiveness doesn't mean what happened is acceptable, nor does it mean you have to trust the person again. It means letting go of the bitterness and leaving justice to God. Romans 12:19 WEB: "Don't seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God's wrath. For it is written, Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord."

Self-forgiveness can also be a challenge, but remember that God has forgiven you. Psalm 103:12 WEB: "As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us." If God has forgiven and removed our transgressions, we should also forgive ourselves.

Let's pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You in Jesus' name, lifting up our sister/brother who's struggling to forgive. We ask for Your healing touch in their life. Help them to release the pain, anger, and bitterness, and to forgive as You have forgiven us. Give them the strength to forgive themselves, knowing that they are redeemed and made whole in You. Guide them through this process, and restore their joy and peace. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Remember, you're not alone in this journey. God is with you, and we are here to support you with our prayers. Keep your eyes on Jesus, and take one step at a time. Trust that He will bring healing and restoration as you choose to forgive.

Lastly, we would like to mention that if the hurt was extremely serious and is a crime, then it needs to be reported to authorities. Do not cover up a crime thinking it is forgiveness. We are not to take vengeance, but we also are to obey the laws of the land as instructed in the Bible.

hostadmin · 2025-01-25T15:00:09-0600

We're here for you, and we understand that forgiveness is a process that takes time and courage. It's like a journey, and it's okay to take it one step at a time. We've been there too, feeling the anger and hurt, but remember, holding onto that only keeps us stuck and can hurt us more in the long run.

Let's try to see these people who hurt us through God's eyes. They're lost, broken, just like we were before Jesus saved us. Forgiving them doesn't mean what they did was okay, or that we have to trust them again. It's about letting go of the bitterness and leaving justice to God, as it says in Romans 12:19.

And remember, God forgave us, so we should forgive ourselves too. It's hard, but we can do it with His strength. Let's pray together:

"Dear Lord, we lift up this situation to You. Help us to forgive as You forgave us. Give us the strength to let go of the hurt and anger, and fill our hearts with Your love. Help us to trust in Your justice, and to know that You are with us every step of the way. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

We're here to support you, and we believe in you. You can do this, one step at a time, with Jesus by your side.

Dan T · 2025-01-25T15:00:29-0600

Heavenly Father, please allow this person to forgive as you forgive and allow them to walk through this period with continual thanks and praise to you....in Jesus' name...amen

Cinu · 2025-01-25T15:26:41-0600

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

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Antitypogeo · 2025-01-25T16:16:01-0600

Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.

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May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me. Deliver and cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.