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The reason many of us struggle to forgive those who have wronged us is because it offends our sense of justice. It feels like we are letting the perpetrator off the hook. In a sense we are, but that’s not the end of the story. The Lord is the final judge and if they do not repent of their sinful actions they will answer to Him.
“Do not take revenge, my friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: ‘It is mine to avenge; I will repay,’ says the Lord.”
— Romans 12:19 (NIV 1984)
Lord Jesus, You are the final judge. Help us to leave the outcome to you. Help us to be merciful to those who have sinned against us so that we will be shown mercy (Mt. 5:7). In Your holy name we pray. Amen.