The Freedom of Forgiveness

Forgiveness is a personal mission for me. I don't always get it right in the moment, but I make it a priority to return to it. When I got separated and later divorced, forgiveness was hard. They say it’s most difficult when someone close to you causes the pain—and I found that to be true. I struggled to forgive my ex-husband, but one day, in my kitchen, the Lord placed it in my spirit that I had to forgive him.

The scripture "For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you." (Matthew 6:14) convicted me. Even though I didn’t want to, I asked God to help me forgive. Over time, I realized that forgiveness didn’t excuse what happened—it freed me from the weight of resentment.

In my Embrace Your Power journal, there’s a quote: "Forgiveness is like unlocking the door to a prison and realizing you were the prisoner." I needed to release the pain, bitterness, and disappointment. Most importantly, I needed to see my ex-husband as a soul still in need of redemption, just like me. God’s grace reminds us that if He forgives us, we must strive to forgive others.

So, I ask you today: Is there someone you need to forgive? Are you ready to let go of the hurt and give it to Jesus? He is waiting for you.

5 Powerful Affirmations for Forgiveness

1. I am forgiven and free from guilt and shame. (1 John 1:9) God’s forgiveness cleanses and renews me.

2. I forgive others as God has forgiven me. (Ephesians 4:32) Forgiveness frees my heart from resentment.

3. I release bitterness and embrace peace. (Ephesians 4:31) Letting go of anger creates space for joy.

4. I am healing from past pain and stepping into freedom. (Isaiah 43:18-19) God is doing something new in my life.

5. I forgive myself and walk in God’s grace. (Romans 8:1) I am not condemned—I am redeemed.

Forgiveness is a journey, but each step leads to more peace, joy, and freedom. Take that step today. Let go and walk in the freedom of forgiveness.