Forgiveness

Forgiveness.....A word we should probably use everyday. In teaching our marriage class there is one thing I am quick to teach you must be quick to forgive. That is not just the key to a good marriage, but it is a key to a relationship with christ, a relationship with your kids, a relationship with friends, and even relationships at work. Just the other day my husband had gotten onto Zach for something, not realizing he had already done it. I sat back and listened to the conversation take place. Sometimes, as parents we are quick to assume things before asking the obvious questions calmly. When Matt realized he may have seemed a little harsh, especially when Zach had already taken care of what he was asked to do, he went back to apologize. Still listening to the conversation, I could hear what became the battle of forgiveness. Matt was apologizing for jumping the gun, and Zach was saying "Dad, thats Ok, you didn't know, it was my fault, I should have....."
...............It really does a heart good to hear a battle of forgiveness going on. That is one thing I know I can always count on in my house. My husband and I are always quick to forgive one another, even if we don't feel like we are truly in the wrong. In the same aspect, Christ is always willing to forgive me and he never does anything wrong, so I must be willing to forgive in that very same manner. In an earlier blog I wrote about living each day like it's the last day of your life. If today was your last day, who would you need to say I am sorry to, what relationships do you need to mend? Let the battle of forgiveness begin in your life. Just remember, people may not always be willing to accept your forgiveness but at least you did what was right within your heart.