This episode contains sensitive subject matter,

including violence and assault,

which may be triggering for some listeners.

Forgiveness is now one time act.

Forgiveness is like a norm going act.

So we forgive seven times, you know, seven.

We just have to continue to forgive and forgive.

In a lot of times if we don't have what it takes to forgive,

we ask a God to give us, you know,

the ability to be able to do this

because it's not up to us.

Welcome to the Jesus Calling Podcast.

Forgiveness can be a difficult concept,

especially when we've been harmed in ways

that have long lasting effects in our lives.

However, unforgiveness can end up doing even more damage

as we allow an old wound to fester

or bitterness to take root in our spirits.

Studies have shown that when we can't forgive,

we may experience the emotional pain of anger,

hate, hurt, or resentment,

which can even make us physically ill,

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