1 John 1:9
When we hurt or offend someone whom we love the effect can be devastating and can impact the relationship for a long time. There are trust issues and there is pain. Even if we didn’t mean it or did but then regretted it there is no taking back what we have done. Saying sorry doesn’t fix the damage done. It doesn’t erase the things we said or did and doesn’t heal the wounds we created. Saying sorry is a start but it could be years before an almost complete healing has occurred presuming that it doesn’t happen again. The other person can bear a grudge or have thoughts of revenge. They can shut down the lines of communication and refuse to engage. Thankfully God is not like us when it comes to this sort of thing. He is quick to forgive when we humble ourselves and ask for forgiveness. He is quick to restore our relationship and give us another go. All it takes is for us to love him enough to admit we have offended him and he brings healing and restoration. If only we could do the same.
CamisGWare 