This helps begin the reconciliation process. I am sorry. Please forgive me. Those nine words help the violator recognize they made a mistake, admit they are sorry, and ask for forgiveness. I take responsibility and now I want to be received again.
Forgiveness requires immediate action.
Don't wait to figure out who's right and who's wrong-approach the other person as soon as possible. Talk through the problem, and try to understand the other person's viewpoint. Remember that forgiveness is the goal-not being right. But if you do not forgive men their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins. For more stories and information you can use, subscribe to the FaithMD Newsletter.