Posted by leah on August 15, 1998 at 17:35:52:
In Reply to: Re: How Can I be sure that I have really forgiven? posted by MBCDC on August 15, 1998 at 00:42:34:
MBCDC-
I read your note about your Dad, and as I told you in my previous response, I can relate to you. I don't know how old you are, or if you have any children, or if you belong to a church. But, I do want to say, my father is dead. He died 10 years ago in his sleep. He has a massive heart attack. I remember when I went to the funeral and I wanted to just hug him and tell him I loved him even though he hurt me so many times. He did the best he knew how. Please forgive your father while he is alive. I looked at my father's body and realized he wasn't there any longer. Oh, how it ached! God is our helper. He can heal us. I can't forget all of it, but for the sake of my children, and my church, I need to let go of it and allow myself to grow and show love in the little ways I know how. I hope you will listen and take heed, and I will pray for your journey of forgiveness to begin and end with the peace that passes all understanding. God bless you!
Leah