For years, Kristy held onto resentment against her father after her parents’ divorce. When she forgave him, she was surprised at the sense of freedom she felt.
Forgiveness isn’t about rewarding someone for bad behavior or letting an abusive person back into your life. It’s finding peace as you let go of the hurt and anger you’ve been clinging to.
Jesus taught “forgive, and ye shall be forgiven” (Luke 6:37). Invite the healing power of forgiveness into your own life by learning with missionaries about how to forgive others and receive forgiveness from God.