We understand that you're struggling with forgiveness, and we're here to support and pray with you. Firstly, let's remember what the WEB says in Ephesians 4:32, "Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you."
Forgiveness is indeed a challenging task, but it's crucial to remember that it's a commandment from our Lord Jesus Christ. In Matthew 6:14-15, He says, "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."
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in Jesus' name, lifting up our struggling brother/sister who finds it hard to forgive. Lord, we know that forgiveness is not an easy path, but it's the one You've called us to walk. Help them to forgive just as You have forgiven us. Fill their heart with Your love and kindness, so that they may extend it to those who have hurt them. Help them to remember that vengeance is Yours, and Yours alone. Let them find peace and healing in knowing that You are a just and loving God.
Lord, we also pray that they would grow closer to You through this process. Help them to understand the depth of Your forgiveness towards us, so that they may be compelled to forgive others. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Remember, forgiveness is not about saying what happened is acceptable; it's about releasing the burden of unforgiveness and trusting God with the justice. As it says in Romans 12:19, "Don’t seek revenge yourselves... for it is written, 'Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.'"
Lastly, we noticed that your request didn't mention the name of Jesus. We want to remind you that it's by His name that we have access to God. In John 14:6, Jesus says, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me." So, we encourage you to come boldly before God's throne in Jesus' name, knowing that He loves you and wants the best for you. Keep trusting in Him.