PM#0355 Forgiving but Harboring Resentment Jeremiah 17 vs 9

PM#0355

Forgiving but Harboring Resentment

Jer 17:9

How many of us say we have forgiven someone, or something, but our actions and words still show judgment or running away from a situation?

When we dwell on issues, it is very possible that we have judged that issue or one involved with the issue.  Because of that judgment, we cannot see clearly to resolve the issue God’s way.  Our heart is very deceitful, and it may cause us to sense our heart is actually speaking what God wants.  I know I can plead guilty to this happening. 

We can learn, however, to see clearly by leaving the issue that has been forgiven at the foot of the Cross of Christ.  Perhaps we should pray that the issues which we have forgiven is placed and will be left at the foot of the cross.

Father, may issues which we have forgiven be placed and left at the foot of the Cross. We need your help. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Reflection:

Is our forgiveness really from our hearts or our minds?

Is judgment affect our ability to forgive from the heart?

If forgiveness is really from our heart—shouldn’t that be reflected in our actions—by not showing judgment-especially in our words?

Why is it important to lay issues at the foot of the cross and leave them there?