Forgive Until It Hurts
1 Peter 3:8-9 Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous; not returning evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary blessing, knowing that you were called to this, that you may inherit a blessing. (NKJV)(Previous devotionals can be found at www.seriousfaith.com)Forgiveness hurts. Why? Because you are taking the pain of being wronged onto your own shoulders, releasing that burden from the person who rightfully deserves it.Jesus said love your enemies, pray for them and bless them. YOUR ENEMIES. Ever done that? It hurts! And if it doesn’t, then most likely you were only mouthing some hollow words. Loving someone who has only hated you, hurts. Praying for someone who [...]
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