THE ACT OF FORGIVENESS AND LETTING GO.pptx

Self development in the religious world.

1. THE ACT OF FORGIVENESS AND LETTING GO

2. Eph 4:31-32 31  Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice.  32  Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.

3. THE BURDEN OF UNFORGIVENESS Holding unto anger and resentment Carrying the weight of past hurts Allowing bitterness to consume us

4. THE POWER OF FORGIVENESS Releases us from the burden of resentment Allows us to move forward in freedom Reflects the grace and mercy of God

5. WHAT FORGIVENESS LOOKS LIKE Joseph forgiving his brothers (Gen 50: 15-21) Jesus forgiving those who crucified him (Luke 23:34) The Unforgiving servant (Matt 18:31-35)

6. LETTING GO OF GRUDGES: STRATEGIES Praying for those who have hurt us Releasing negative emotions Choosing to see others through God’s eyes

7. THE BLESSINGS OF FORGIVENESS Peace and freedom from the weight of resentment Improved relationships and reconciliation A deeper understanding of God’s grace and mercy

8. CONCLUSION