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Sometimes the process of forgiving others can make it feel like God has lost patience with us. We may feel like He has “switched teams,” or that He has more time for others than He does for us - but this is a lie! Forgiveness is central to the Christian message, says Brad Hambrick, the pastor of counseling at The Summit Church. He talks about the definition of forgiveness: canceling a debt. Forgiveness is telling someone, “Christ died for what you did, and that’s enough for me.” That doesn’t mean you have to excuse any hurtful action against you, but it does give you the freedom to let go of the pain and give it to the Lord. Brad also shares practical steps you can take when you are caught in a cycle of repetitive hurts inflicted by someone close to you. Forgiveness is ultimately a process that takes time and effort.

TAKEAWAYS
Forgiveness can take time because the person who has been hurt is often still in pain
The way out of nagging and ignoring is genuine repentance
Acknowledging wrongdoing is a key first step in moving toward restoration
Forgiving others does not excuse their actions, but it frees you from carrying pain or anger

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Forgiveness isn’t between you and another person - it’s about wisdom versus folly. Brad Hambrick shares thoughtful insight into the freeing power of forgiveness. Brad is the pastor of counseling at The Summit Church, and he explains the difference between true forgiveness and bitterness. He also talks about the occasional need to draw healthy boundaries with those who continue to perpetrate hurt upon our lives. All of us are equally sinful, Brad reminds us, but not all of our sin is equally destructive. Scripture calls us into community with other believers, and sometimes we need their help to step into a place where we can truly forgive. Importantly, Brad points out that true forgiveness promises never to use someone’s transgressions against them in the future.

TAKEAWAYS
When someone tells you they’re sorry, believe them
Sometimes we use ‘oopsie-grade’ responses to ‘sin-grade’ offenses
Forgiveness does not mean that we don’t hurt anymore, but it does invite others to join us in a healthier lifestyle
Forgiveness accepts the responsibility of bringing a real hurt to someone’s attention

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