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We have all been hurt by those we love; some of us more than others, but we can’t afford to let past hurts rob us of today’s joy. If we insist on nursing yesterday’s hurts, we will become prematurely old and bitter people, forfeiting any chance of enjoying a blessed life. Our only hope of escaping this trap is to forgive those who have hurt us.
“Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave you.”
— Ephesians 4:31-32 (NIV 1984)
Lord we can’t embrace the abundant life if our fists are tightly clenched ready to take revenge. Help us to let go of our hurts so we can take hold of the blessed life. Amen.