We as mere humans have trouble forgiving. We often say, I forgive, but I won't forget. Consider this question. Can a person truly forgive if he or she will never forget whatever it is or was? God said that he will remember your sins no more and put them the sea of forgetfulness. God has given us a command to forgive and it would be wise of us to obey his Word. Go to the book of Mark 11:25. In this book Jesus said, "And when you stand praying, forgive, if ye have ought against any that; that your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you and your trespasses."
Read Mark 11:25 one more time. Did you get it? Forgiving is not a choice, it it is a command. We are to forgive. Let's put it this way, if you want your sins forgiven, then you too must forgive. This is what Mark 11:25 is saying. Praying to God without forgiving others, block your prayers; and then we wonder why our prayers go unanswered. Wonder no more. Fogiveness opens doors to answered prayers.
So my brothers and sisters (and me too), the next time you pray, forgive. If you have trouble in this area, ask God to help you. Ask God to remove the hurt and pain from you so you can obey Mark 11;25 and forgive. God will do it if you ask him because he loves you and only wants the best for you.
Be Blessed.
