How to Forgive When It Feels Hard
California Christian Counseling
We have heard these words before. “I don’t even know where to start. I don’t think I can ever forgive them.” Forgiveness is messy. It doesn’t come naturally to us, flawed. Understanding how to forgive when it feels hard is a challenge. When someone hurts you deeply, betrays your trust, or wounds your heart, holding onto anger can feel like the only form of justice within reach. The question that usually follows, though, is, “If I can’t forgive, does that mean I have to stay stuck here forever?” The Weight of Unforgiveness Many times, though carrying a grudge, we try to tackle the hurt. We might replay the hurt like...
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