To Forgive

     In this world there is a barrier that I have a hard time getting over. Hate is a barrier that stops me in my tracks. When I see something that I hate or disapprove of, I seem to focus completely upon that one thing. I want to do something or change something. My mine still lingers upon that one thing, blocking out all other things in my life.
     There are many bad things done in this world that I cannot stop or even change. People continue to hurt one another physically and mentally and what can I do about it? I remember the words of Jesus Christ when he said "Forgive them Father for they know not what they do." Yes those are very good words to live by. The cruelty within our world that I cannot stop, I will not let that hatred or badness within my heart. I will continue to forgive as much as I can so to keep moving on in life rather than agonizing over what I cannot prevent or even change.
     The kingdom of God is within us. It is reachable to all of us. Why choose to hurt or cause suffering? The goodness of God is always close by and so is his love. I must continue to forgive others for their trespasses. In hope that one day they will have a change of heart. It is sometimes hard to forgive but there will come a time where you must forgive and go on in life.
     We can try to change things however if we cannot maybe it is best that we forgive them of their ignorance. Perhaps those who are hurting others are hurting within themselves. A tormented mind lies in darkness and not within the light. Those standing within the light of God have peace within themselves and for others. Forgiveness is something that I must continue to practice so to have that peace within my life.
     You do not have to approve of someone to forgive them. You just need to forgive them to heal your own heart. Put your trust in God and his love to make things right. Live for him. God forgives us everyday. I will try to follow in that way. Maybe I will fail but I will keep on trying. I know that I cannot be as forgiving as God, but I will try to do my best. I believe that a day will come when people hearts will be more kinder towards one another and there will be a lot less to forgive. On our Lord's return our Earth will finally be at
peace and the meek will truly inherit the Earth.
     In today's world I practice patience, tolerance and forgiveness. My heart still gets angry and disgusted at what goes on in our society. However I cannot spend every moment of my life dwelling upon the badness of our world. I will keep putting faith in God and his son Jesus Christ. I believe in their power and their love. If I find it hard to forgive God's holy spirit will always be there to strengthen me and to teach me how to forgive.