Forgiveness 9/14/2018
Seeds of bitterness invaded my soul
A flaming rage was consuming me whole
Even a momentary glance your way
Evoked feelings of revulsion and dismay
But when I saw the agony you were facing
And the endless burdens you were carrying
The wrath burning in me melted away
The barrier that was between us gave way
My heart of wrath melted into one of love
Being able to give compassion to you
And give you forgiveness that was true
Because someone had forgiven me too
God's Whisperings 
Love this. It’s easy to hold a grudge. Seeing that someone is carrying that burden around & then trying to help them.. that makes you a great person! We all need a little forgiveness now and then.
-Jennifer
https://maunelegacy.com
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Yes, no one is perfect. Thank you for your kind and encouraging words, Jennifer.
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It’s so much easier for people to hold to their disappointment and anger. It’s not easy to forgive and forget. It’s a lesson we have to learn over and over again.
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Very true. I have had to learn this lesson myself.
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This is a roller coaster of emotions. I can feel the shifting of anger to sorrow.
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True.
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It’s sad how little it takes for bitterness to grow. We must be vigilant and constantly rid ourselves of the sour seeds we sow.
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What you say is very true! 🙂
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I love this poem, sometimes holding grudges seem easier than forgiving but once that burden is lifted off of you it makes a huge difference. Thanks for sharing xo – Kam
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Beautiful writing! Forgiveness is so important yet can be so hard sometimes but it’s always important to remember that we all make mistakes.
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I NEVER hold grudges. EVER. I never get mad at people. There is no point on getting mad. It only causes unnecessary STRESS!
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I thought I was good with forgiving someone, until someone hurt me to the core. It’s a tricky emotion hurt, forgiveness is hard sometimes.
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This was so beautiful and yes forgiveness can be hard but at the end it’ll ease the mind and soul
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This is beautiful and and soul touching.. Although forgiveness can be difficult but once done, it sets the mind and soul free.
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Another great poem! Forgiveness can help to free you again!
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Thank you, Emily!
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This is such a perfect poem about forgiveness especially the last verse actually defines why one becomes capable of forgiving … Love this xoxo
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Thank you for your kind words, Kaniskha.
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