One of the Hardest Things We've Ever Had to go Through

[@jam1369]

This is such an important message. When you go through trials, just know you are never alone. Seek God first and His Word for guidance. It's amazing how the Holy Spirit can heal and sustain you through all things. God bless!

[@Giancarlo_1997]

Love your comment! wish I could copy it to my notes to go back to it.

[@jam1369]

@@Giancarlo_1997 Thanks God bless! You can screenshot it. 😊

[@Giancarlo_1997]

@@jam1369 You too haha I did.

[@Playing_with_a_Purpose]

I went through a really tough season and it got so bad that I just really was not proud of the person I was. Each time I saw the person the feelings inside me were terrible. I finally begin to pray and release it to God and we were able to work things out with an honest conversation. It reminded me of that hymn that has the lyrics “Oh, what peace we often forfeit Oh, what needless pain we bear All because we do not carry Everything to God in prayer” Great video!

[@ellef4812]

Love that hymn...I haven't thought of that song in years! Thanks for the reminder. 💖

[@donitarose4353]

Wow I've sung this song so many times, and yet I never truly realized how much truth it carried... Especially this part of the song that you shared, this just opened my eyes as to how I've been dealing with my circumstances. 🥺 Not letting go and leaving it to God. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@ally9168]

Beautiful! God is so good.

[@tonyfaulknor8273]

10:26 I love these people. This is what 'normal people' really is, relative to that which passes for 'normal' in this world...

[@livingformessiah586]

I have had the Lord prompt me to pray for someone who has hurt me and it was very difficult to do at first but it became a wonderful blessing over time. I saw the person in a whole new light. God is full of mercy

[@mjoy4382]

“Forgiveness is giving up the rights to a better past.” One of the best things I learned about forgiveness in counseling. ❤️

[@mmmmlllljohn]

Isaiah 61:7 “Instead of your shame you will have a double portion … Nate was correct! The hardest thing to do as a Christian. Thanks for your honest videos. ❤️🇨🇦

[@ligiagoga]

Thank you, Nate and Sutton for talking about this. I have an experience with my father that does the opposite of forgiveness. My heart is aching for him because he does not see himself as being the wrong person. He lives in the past and does not forgive people. I am glad you talked about because this confirmed everything what I thought about forgiveness in the last 36 hours. Thank you so much!

[@ashleyh.2178]

The song that comes in my head is, “you take what the enemy meant for evil and You turn it for good.” I really believe these situations a life lesson and thank you for sharing with us!

[@Mary-vw8gh]

Even what the enemy means for evil, he turns it for our good, for His glory Song: Sovereign over us by Shane & Shane

[@faithkayy]

@@Mary-vw8gh love that song! The comment was referencing the bridge in ‘See a Victory’ by Elevation Worship. However, both of these songs are from scripture! When Joseph was forgiving his brothers he said ‘But as for you, you meant evil against me; but God meant it for good…’ Genesis 50:20 🙏💗

[@Anti-Villain-Wolf]

Forgiving is something that I struggle with sometimes, but It's gotten easier over the few years I've been saved. It's not worth letting someone have control over your mind

[@nateandsutton]

Agreed!

[@olindorris3224]

I love the way that y’all turned this situation around and we’re able to forgive them and teach others about forgiveness. I also love that y’all were able to tell this story without gossiping about the situation

[@maggietherese419]

Always keeping you both in my prayers! I understand sadly what you both have been experiencing but with my mom. It is really hard. Sometimes that ambiguous grief we experience from family members hurting us can sometimes become disenfranchised with our other family and friends. God is the only One that can truly bring us consolation to this pain. Finding this video has brought me some comfort, because it was healing to know that I am not the only one experiencing this. I'll keep your family in my prayers; that God may grant and bring healing and reconciliation within your family ♡

[@rociostewart1008]

This is the hardest in marriage when it’s only one sided. Love you guys, thank you so much for sharing. Your videos have helped me so much. Please pray for me and my husband

[@melissamadison8567]

💜🙏 Praying for wisdom and unity.

[@salinaamili]

Timely message. Thanks guys for listening to the LORD and sharing this with us. He has definitely used you to talk to me today. Much love from New Zealand 🇳🇿

[@pclare7477]

Fellow NZ listener! Cool to see others listening in from NZ. 👍❤This was such a needed message especially during this covid season aye.

[@169provebs]

I have a co-worker who complained about me to advance himself into my position. Someone who I had considered my friend and they completely back stabbed me and still try to get me in trouble a year later. This has been one of the hardest years of my life dealing with the attacks at my work. I just decided to stop talking to this person because of his actions towards me.. Forgiveness is a daily action for me here. Because, 8 hours a day I have to face the attacks. Thank you for making this video. I feel like no end to the attack is in sight, but I have to trust God sees it.

[@hebrews6915]

My co-worker and I experienced this at the previous company that we worked at. His situation was worse because he was friends with this person, and I was not. He is now grateful that it happened because he left and started his own company. My situation happened several years later and it was difficult in a different way. A young girl who had just joined the company got the promotion instead, the guy that I had turned down because I suspected he was a nominal Christian started pursuing her, and I turned 40. I did not resent the young girl but I resented the same person who had interfered in my co-worker's promotion because I saw his politics at play. My future looked bleak and irreparable, and I was confused because not only should this not be the future of someone who puts God first, but it may have turned out this way because I did. I did not see God at work, but later that year the co-worker who finally started his own company after years of toil contacted me and invited me to join. The work environment and opportunities are much better. And why did this happen? The two years he was at our former company were, in his words, the most difficult time in his life. He saw me as the one good person there surrounded by evil and he wanted to help me. God gave me favour with this man. I did not have the faith to see that God would come through for me, but He did.

[@169provebs]

@@hebrews6915 Wow, such a powerful word of encouragement for me in this season, praying for God to open the door 🚪

[@mercydolo]

Nate you are right that unforgiveness is the cause of health problems. That is exactly what Matthew 18:34-35 is about! In deliverance ministries the major thing people have to renounce before deliverance is unforgiveness. This was such a good word! Thanks for the message😄

[@amywalsh4006]

Thanks for that comment. I keep being reminded of this parable

[@mercydolo]

@@amywalsh4006 praise GOD, GOD bless you

[@debcar8024]

Thank you so much for sharing the goodness of God. You are such a sweet couple and I so appreciate you sharing your life's experiences to help others. Good bless you both!

[@jennifermejia8193]

This was so timely ! I was literally praying for this an hour ago ! And you brought this message ! the Lord is so faithful 🥺💛

[@yashiravidot8973]

•Amen, Forgiveness is for your own healing, not for the other person. •Any time as Christian’s we face a situation where someone does wrong to us, it’s a perfect way for our heavenly father to be glorified and for the light of Christ to shine. Mt 5:16 •when situations as these come up the Lord always reminds me to think that what they are doing, is actually not even being done to me but to the one who lives in me. Because it’s no longer I who lives but Christ who lives in me. Y’all, this is so good. All glory to the one who deserves it. •Forgiveness is really a work in progress, but it’s the job of the spirit, with our submission to do the work in us. •Love y’all, blessings!

[@ashleyh.2178]

Wow what perfect timing! My mom literally just shared with me yesterday the double for your trouble paraphrase after a situation with a family member too!

[@AndjaaaXD]

Not yesterday but the past Sunday, our church had a sermon on forgiveness, and the sermon text was Matthew 18:24-35, dubbed the parable of the unforgiving servant, and in that parable the unforgiving servant was forgiven of 10,000 talents, equivalent to about 200,000 years worth of income (or approx. 6 billion dollars according to my pastor), and then once free proceeded to harass a fellow servant for 100 denarii, or 100 days wage for a laborer (still not tiny, but nothing compared to his forgiven debt). I had heard this parable before, but I never knew the extent of debt forgiven, and it struck me that that's not even as much as we've been forgiven in Christ, and yet our temptation is to do as the unforgiving servant did ❤️

[@mjoy4382]

“If your enemies are hungry, give them food to eat. If they are thirsty, give them water to drink. You will heap burning coals of shame on their heads, and the Lord will reward you.” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭25:21-22‬ ‭NLT‬‬ “Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,” says the Lord. On the contrary: “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.” Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭12:17-21‬ ‭NIV‬‬

[@mjoy4382]

The book Gray Matter, by David Levy-about a brain surgeon who prays with his patients-goes into a lot of detail about the power of forgiveness to benefit one’s health, and the health detriment of harboring unforgiveness. It’s a great read!

[@RosyCheeksBoutiq]

Thank you for this video❤️ I’m on the other end of a situation like this.. I wronged someone in my life and hurt them very very deeply. I have spent the last 6 years turning myself around and strengthening my relationship with God. I always pray that they will be able to forgive me one day because it absolutely pains me beyond belief that their relationship with God has been so deeply effected because of my actions.. I always hear messages about forgiveness and instantly think I wish they were hearing this, but your video made me stop and consider where I need to work on forgiveness in my life as well. So thank you for some perspective❤️ as always sending love and prayers, you guys are such a blessing in my life.

[@abigailboal4426]

Love you guys, I really value your advice and opinions. This message was so important for us all to hear and remember. Thank you for this reminder tho it was difficult.

[@briannasfaves]

This is EXACTLYYY what I needed. God knew. Thank you for sharing your experience and wisdom

[@lurdenseferino3368]

Always in Gods perfect timing! Thank you for this message! 🤍

[@MariaMendoza-hw4vu]

Amen and Amen! Nate and Sutton God bless you both abundantly! Thank you for sharing the message of forgiveness is much needed that was a great message! 💜

[@theorem7047]

Thank you for being a model couple in your love for each other and of the Lord 🙏

[@lightoftheworld77]

Thank you for this much needed message! In a similar situation, and this was helpful

[@cynthiadavidson7092]

I agree with this but if it’s abusive situation that keeps going on will have to do it from a far to protect yourself. Remember no one has the right to abuse you whether it’s emotion , physical or sexual abuse. I think you should add to your videos

[@mjoy4382]

Yes, this is very important. Also remember forgiveness is not dependent on the person the person being sorry, changing or repenting. You’re also not saying the behavior you’re forgiving is anything close to okay. And forgiveness is definitely NOT saying you’ll put up with what happened to continue happening. So yes very important not to sweep anything like that under the rug in terms of getting out of such a situation. Abuse is never to be tolerated.

[@bornagainbeliever1429]

Amen, I totally agree with all of this- forgiveness is a release, and it happens when the HolySpirit works in and through us🙌🏻🙏🏻

[@GinnyandEric]

“Forgiveness is the cornerstone of the Christian life.” Well-said 💛

[@michaeldamap6810]

God bless you and your family ❤️

[@pambrown3863]

Wow, I so needed to hear this!! You both are so full of Grace, so lovely to see this!! You both are the best !!!

[@AshleyMurphyArt]

Wow! You guys handled this with such grace. So touching with out having to give one ounce of detail. Thank you for you obedience and stewardship.

[@miriam9775]

God send your video to me today, because I really have a big problem with a family member who is not honest, but can hide it very well and there are other family members who believe her and not me. And she is a christian! This is really hard. Thank you for your encouragement. It is a battle. But God is on the side of the honest one. He will fight the battle. 🙌 I have to give it all to Him each day. Again and again...

[@carinerutaha6532]

Thank you guys for this video. So relevant and thank you for the scripture and wisdom, much love!!

[@faithfulwhispers333]

Always happy when you guys post another video🥰

[@CombatWombatQRF]

Great reminder and talk on forgiveness!

[@jaredtroyer4085]

Awesome video and topic that I really needed! Thanks so much! Agree with what you said about health problems.

[@christellemichel7331]

Sutton looks so sad :( Im sorry you guys went through this. This for sharing what you learned

[@achildofgod3707]

Love your all’s channel and videos! This is a hard one, but I’ve done the same thing. God takes care of those who rise against us when we respond the correct way by praying for them, and forgiving them.

[@alyssahartig468]

This was such a thoughtful video. Such an important topic. Thank you guys for talking about something so difficult and being real. Great advice.

[@Kira-lo8hy]

The timing of the this video is INSANE! It was much needed. God Bless y’all!

[@nardosemmanuel6088]

This is your second video that made feel like this message is for me ❤️

[@kerrysmith887]

100% agree. Forgiveness can be so freeing!!

[@karensanders2120]

I'm not sure this will help or applies but I had resentment towards my biological dad for varies things. It took me 50 years to forgive him. I realized... How can God forgive me if I can't forgive? I let go of that heavy burden and now I'm free. With God all things are possible! I will keep you and your family in my prayers ❤

[@Kinjha10]

Wow! Thank you God for these words and I thank God for both of you! 💕

[@zoraanetor-ebhabha]

This is really significant. Love the message. Forgiveness is not easy especially when there's no closure or apology but I guess this is one of the crosses Jesus speaks about. Christianity is not easy but it's worth it!

[@aladypilgrim]

I definitely agree with what Nate said at the 10:21 mark. I think it might actually be biblical. These verses seem to be in harmony with that principle: Proverbs 17:22 "a merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones." Also (all in Proverbs) Proverbs 12:25 15:13,15 18:14 Thank you for making this video.

[@josephinebain7236]

I think it is also worth meditating on Matthew 18:21-35, The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant. I agree that unforgiveness is never an option, but I would take it a step further and say that extending forgiveness should never be delayed. None of us knows when we're going to die, and because we don't know when we are going to die, we must always be prepared to stand before Christ, with clean hands and a pure heart. Just imagine those who sadly, like Christ, have been murdered. Their last act on earth, if they desire salvation, must be to forgive. There is no time to harbor resentment. Every soul in heaven has forgiven everyone of everything that has ever been done to them. Like Nate suggested if you're experiencing difficulty forgiving someone, start by praying for them. If you can't pray for them, ask for the grace to want to pray for them. One last point is that forgiveness doesn't always mean reconciliation. While God always desires reconciliation, certain circumstances do not warrant it. Such as in the case of abuse (physical, verbal, emotional, etc.) I have learned that sometimes the best way to love someone is from a distance, but it does not negate my responsibility to forgive them and pray for them.

[@GinKirk7256]

I’ve heard satan called “the splitter.” He is in the business of splitting families in particular. You two are exceedingly blessed to have each other as you go thru such trials! Not everyone has that.

[@amandakate1247]

This was so relatable and helpful! Thank you for sharing this vulnerable subject in your lives. Great video 🎯💯

[@rebeccawhalen7892]

Excellent! One of your best videos ever. Thank you for sharing honestly. We as believers are called to live this out and show the world (and family, too) what Jesus did for us.

[@Laura-YHWH]

GREAT video Nate and Sutton. Thank you for pressing into Holy Spirit and speaking TRUTH as HE guides your words. You two are such a blessing to a hurting world. May YAHWEH richly bless you and your family, business, new little one. In CHRIST, Laura

[@Jollzzz]

God bless you two! Grateful for you guys and God's love that emanates out of you both, thank you guys ❤️❤️

[@laurahohl2321]

Well, usually I am not the kind of person writing comments but this video made me cry. God was just speaking to me through you. I needed this right now. Thank you, God bless you!

[@JMKrech]

Great wisdom on forgiveness!

[@janellmichael2166]

I agree with you. Forgiveness is vital for your own peace, health and relationship with Jesus. One aspect you didn't cover was setting boundaries. Along with forgiveness, it is healthy to set boundaries in the relationship towards the one who has offended or hurt you. Forgiveness should not give that person permission to come in and offend/hurt again. By setting limits as to how/when/where they are involved in your life may be necessary to protect you and your family - maybe for a season or maybe forever depending on how they respond. I'm sure that when it's a family member it is far more difficult to do, but is still important.

[@caraleejohnson]

Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also do ye. Colossians 3:13

[@viewer5582]

Wow this is so relatable!

[@jessicae.7255]

Beautiful! Just beautiful.

[@brandikent365]

This is so good and such a relevant thing to talk about as we all will experience this at some time in our life and most likely multiple times. The only thing I would add is that even if we are forgiving and loving and praying for the person who hurt us, if they aren't willing to acknowledge their sin and ask for forgiveness, the relationship may never be fully restored, especially if they keep repeating the same offence. We can have an attitude of forgiveness, yes, but true reconciliation takes both parties; one coming in genuine repentance and the other genuinely forgiving. Notice how in Luke 17:3-4 there is the act of the brother coming in repentance. "Pay attention to yourselves! If your brother sins, rebuke him, and if he repents, forgive him, and if he sins against you seven times in the day, and turns to you seven times, saying, ‘I repent,’ you must forgive him.”

[@Amv332]

This was one of the best videos you guys have done. Thank you

[@nuncaigual180]

Much needed word right now!!🙏🏼🔊💌

[@michelleretan3483]

No.1 rule best not to get into business with family, because it effects the whole family if things don't go well !! Forgiveness is for you more then the other person, because when we don't forgive we are the ones who are the ones holding on to anger and bitterness. Holding on to these things will effect our health mentality and physically.

[@BB-ch9km]

So true, don't go into business with your family or best friends. Also don't do work for your friends, unless you have a contract and you are treating them like your other professional clients. Sometimes you have to back off your friendship during that season you worked for them. I learned the hard way.

[@zeusssonfire]

Powerful prayer. 🙏🏻

[@brittanyhoward9186]

Timely message! There are times when you tell someone over and over and they continue to do it then it’s like is it necessary to continue to bring it up or can we just release it?

[@katie12rose]

Thank you for making this! Also, what camera & editing software do you use? Thanks!

[@naomiferreira8255]

Family hurt me a lot too but I reflect on the 2nd Station of the Cross. Forgiveness is letting go of the hurt to have a closer relationship with God. ❤️❤️❤️ this video ☮️❤️ ✝️

[@marthaexoo4215]

Thank you for this message on Forgiveness! The central point of the gospel of Jesus Christ is centered on forgiveness! It is probably the hardest lesson to follow in this fallen world but also the most freeing and liberating! He promises to be there with you when you truly forgive the person who offended you. Only then can you feel the loving grace and mercy of our amazing Father! You undoubtedly planted many seeds with this message! God Bless you and your beautiful family🙏❤️

[@whossharkbait]

I loved and needed this. I love they way you both talk; it never feels like rambling. I also really appreciate neither of you saying "mhm" or "yeah" when the other is talking (it's just a pet peeve of mine when I listen to people talk), so thank you 😂 A topic I'd love to hear from you two on (not sure if you've touched on it before), but forgiving oneself.

[@nateandsutton]

Haha we are the same way with pet peeves when listening to people talk 🤣 yeah that’s a good idea for a topic! Thank you!

[@ketsiaaman7822]

It was pretty hard for me to forgive my teachers for kicking me out for no reason. But when I forgave my teachers God has made a way for me to come to school

[@lindaverniero1842]

Thank you for bringing this up, it pointed out to me my own heart, to look into my filthy heart and see if there is filthy I forgiveness in me. Thank you, I will take the time and ask God to show me what’s going on in me. I’m willing to talk to God about it. I don’t want pride in me..

[@fdoctor79]

Tfs. I am firm believer that you can have access to my love and forgiveness, but not everyone will have access to my life especially if you are negative or toxic.

[@maggietherese419]

I fully agree with you.

[@amywalsh4006]

I think another practical way is not keeping a record of their wrongdoing. I mean it's hard to forget hurtful things but often I'm tempted to talk about the issue with someone and then the more I bring it back up I just feel the same anger and bitterness even though it was years ago and those people aren't even in my life anymore. Or even on my own I don't know if it's unforgiveness or just satan reminding me but sometimes when i'm trying to sleep I'll start thinking of those situations again and sometimes even recreating the scenario to what could've happened. Then I just snap out of it and say this doesn't change a thing, it's not reality. It's really frustrating, I just want to move on. And sometimes I've already made peace with the person but I still think of those situations every now and then

[@nateandsutton]

Yes, so do we. Just need to pray them away 🙏🏽

[@jennifergonzalez9129]

Matthew 18:15 Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother.

[@dmwhite5]

Thank you! Dawn White

[@josalmon4742]

God gives you the power to forgive. God gives grace to you. We all need forgiving so not forgiving is not giving God His power.

[@grandmamarymarthatammy_blo6603]

Wonderful message. (I am only halfway through through) but I am hoping that you address appropriateness of boundaries (so the swine do not repeatedly trample your pearls) and also there IS a place for legal justice system to handle some offenses......

[@stormyrain2957]

A man should develop the qualities of love and forbearance. Love grows by giving and forgiving.

[@angieavo]

Love you guys ❤️😍

[@nateandsutton]

💛💛

[@jennifergonzalez9129]

Loved the topic!

[@aniloe]

Thank you ♥️ and the LORD keep blessing you guys... until we meet in heaven! Hallelujah🏩!

[@jeannenorsworthy1068]

Wow my husband and I just talked about this yesterday. I felt you were talking to me. I have been hurt. My husband who is very strong in his faith has forgiven. I could not understand how he could. So this message has so much meaning to me. Thank you so so much.

[@jennifergonzalez9129]

Hebrews 12:14 Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:

[@ellef4812]

" Because you got a double dose of trouble and more than your share of contempt, your inheritance in the land will be doubled and your joy go on forever” (Isaiah 61:7, The Message)

[@nateandsutton]

Oh wow look at that!

[@ellef4812]

@@nateandsutton I was in a hurry before so just sent that scripture real quick. I just came back to finish your video...great content, AS USUAL! (Wanted to make sure you knew that.)

[@pastorsuzannetaylor5452]

Amen and amen!

[@aussiesuburbanprepper1921]

The most important thing to do when we need to forgive is drop our self righteousness and bend that arm of judgement and point that finger back at yourself. You remind yourself that Jesus died for your sin too. YOU offend intentionally and accidentally. YOU hurt. YOU sin. In spiritual maturity your sin is just has great as that person who sinned against you, you are no better at all. So drop the self righteousness and humble yourself before the mighty God who forgave you. That's how I deal with sin and forgiveness....I look back at myself. A Christian has forgon the right to unforgiveness, remembering his own sin and all HE has been forgiven. We ourselves have done others wrong, let's not forget that.

[@Julie-uq7sz]

Great topic to share about, but I think you need to go one step further... Forgiveness is one thing, but trusting that person again is a whole other level! Are you to just trust again, is it okay to not trust them again, or is it a process. I think there are situations where it is wise not to trust that person again, setting up healthy boundaries.

[@dorothycarson6339]

Hey sweet friend. God bless . ✌🏾🌹💐❤️🙏🏾

[@benjamin.kelley]

Wedflix is one of my inspirations as a wedding videographer!

[@susans.2815]

EXCELLENT VIDEO‼️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🏼👍🏼

[@sunnyspaces7]

Dose your level of forgiveness allow that person back into your life, home and business? Did you create safe and healthy boundaries?

[@ellaagasaro496]

Be blessed ♥️

[@briannaschatz2960]

SO GOOD.

[@matildahemingway7336]

When you have forgiven them, how do you carry on in relationship with them? I have been disrespected and hurt by my (sadly) unbelieving mother inlaw many times. I approached her and forgave her. But I don’t know how to carry on in a relationship where she is not changing. Sometimes I just want to run away because My husband wants us to keep going to family dinners every week and i know I am disliked. How do I go about this situation and still be a godly woman and wife?

[@SallysCuteCrafts]

Continue to love her but set boundaries. Forgiveness is not being a doormat. Have your husband confront her. In marriage the spouse comes before the parents.

[@nateandsutton]

Yeah I agree with the other comment. Since you and your husband are one you come before his family. However, being his wife you also wouldn’t want to keep him from his family. I would set boundaries and be pleasant and nice! All you can do is your part!

[@TheTweetybird1122]

Boundaries and compromise. There's no need for weekly visits that are detrimental to your health and well being. And look into ways to setup Boundaries and stick to them. Look into it on reddit and just say no mother in law threads. Good luck and God bless!

[@phinhas4909]

It is!! biblical that God pays us Double for our trouble. As it's written for Job that he had double after his trial and temptation period.

[@katwatters]

what if you be forgiven the person but they continue to day and do things that hurt you every single time you see them. I don't want to feel this way towards anyone but I also can't not feel hurt. is it okay to keep my distance? I never have tried to say anything hurtful to this person. Ive tried to avoid conflict to the best of my ability. the best I can do is just not respond to them.

[@dnorris4733]

amen!

[@sana.m.haddad]

This was really interesting to me since I'm not a Christian. I always wondered since you believe that Jesus died for your sins and forgave you for what you have done and haven't done, what stops Christians from doing bad things if they're already forgiven? I'm genuinely curious. I would love an answer from anyone who knows.

[@christinap6003]

I'm no expert, so if I'm off, everyone be gentle in their correction. It is the Holy Spirit that guides us. We worship a forgiving and merciful Lord, so we have a desire to please Him. We do that by living in His Word which pierces our hearts to do the right thing. We all fall short, but if one is truly a believer their sin will be revealed in God's perfect and divine timing.

[@oyindabello554]

And to add to Christina's point. We can only receive forgiveness if we turn back to God, away from the wrong things we do. The Bible talks a lot about that you can't "exploit" God's forgiving nature. Just because He's merciful doesn't mean we should continue to sin. If we truly receive forgiveness, it means we are turning away from our sin, and seeking God all the more. So, yep it's the Holy Spirit at work in us to transform our hearts, and make us desire God all the more when we genuinely seek forgiveness for our wrongdoings, and repent of them.

[@oyindabello554]

Romans 6:1-2: What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin that grace may abound? Certainly not! How shall we who died to sin live any longer in it?

[@sana.m.haddad]

Thank you everyone for your kind responses. I always found it weird that if a person is a murderer and a rapist but he accepts Jesus that he goes to heaven. Now I know that is not the case. Thank you