Forgiveness

I had a run-in with an ol’ familiar friend recently….forgiveness.

Sometimes, this friend is easy going – “Oh, I can let that go.”  While other times its a struggle and a fight, “I’m not ready to forgive that yet!” as I pry my fingers off one at a time.

Here’s the stage….some people said some harsh things ABOUT Favorite Husband – TO Favorite Husband.

I wanted to pummel them bloody.  I’m round.  I could definitely leave a mark somewhere – counting on momentum and all.  “Well, did you tell him he’s an alcoholic?!”  I asked.  “And why would I have said that?!”  FH asked.  “Because he is and he’s a bonehead!!” I responded.  (By the way, my current favorite word is bonehead.)

I have been upset at this individual for a couple days now.  Before you get your “you should know better” hairy eyeball look going….I’m just being honest and I’m fiercely protective of those I love.  Fiercely!  Seriously!

I asked FH last night how he was doing since this exchange happened.  “I’ve already moved past it and given it to God to deal with. I’m okay.”  He said.  “Well I’m still upset.” I confessed.   FH went on to bring wisdom and good sense to the situation.  It’s one of the many reasons why I love him.

Some offenses are easier forgiven then others.  It’s just the nature of the beast.  But God sees so much farther than I do and I have chosen to walk this life with Him.  So I must be a reflection of Him on the earth.  I don’t have a right to be offended.  I can’t profess Christ and hold on to offenses and unforgiveness.  It spoils the well.  Stink, it spoils everything!

If FH can let it go, then why am I holding on to it?

Now I’m glad to see my friend – forgiveness!