beginnings

This past weekend I was part of a retreat for 30 women. We unpacked the theme of ‘forgiveness’. We looked at those who have hurt us in the past and where we are in the process of forgiving them. We also looked at the things we have done and whether or not we are able to accept God’s forgiveness for ourselves.

It was a difficult weekend. Many issues were unearthed, some that the gals thought they had dealt with years ago. Other women discovered issues they had not previously talked about let alone dealt with.

The beautiful part is that God has begun the healing process. It doesn’t feel good but it is beneficial. Jesus died so that we might have life…not just eternally, but a rich, deep, meaningful life here. A life that others will look at and be able to see Him …not only in the wonderful things but also in the difficult things.

To those of you who are grappling with forgiveness…either giving or receiving…consider offering it up to God and ask Him to show what the next step might be. Surrender to Him and nurture your new ‘beginning’.

Grace and peace,
Deb