ANCIENT WISDOM FOR MODERN LIVING/Forgive Freely -Conclusion

 Is it practical today? As imperfect humans, we all sin. (Romans 3:23) Hence we are wise to be inclined to forgive others, for sooner or later we will need others to forgive us. Moreover, when we choose to forgive, we also benefit ourselves. How so. 

When we harbor anger and resentment-and withhold forgiveness-we hurt ourselves. Such negative emotions can rob us of happiness, restrict our life, and make us miserable. They can pose a serious health risk. A report in the American College of Cardiology, by Dr. Yoichi Chida and Professor Andrew Steptoe, concluded: The current findings suggest a harmful association between anger and hostility and CHD [coronary heart disease]." 

On the positive side, consider the benefits of forgiveness. When we freely forgive others, we preserve unity and peace, thereby safeguarding relationships. More important, we prove ourselves imitators of God, who freely repentant sinners and who expect us to do the same. - MARK 11:25; EPHESIANS 4:32; 5:1. 

Next time: HELP FOR THE FAMILY MARRIAGE/How to Forgive

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