Weekend Recap

It was a busy weekend- I barely had a chance to look at my computer yesterday, much less write. I spent a lot of time with Kayleigh. Girl time is always awesome with a bff :) The guys played football and then we all grilled out at Barry and Josh’s place. Spending time with great friends is so refreshing…I love it! :)    

Today Pastor talked about forgiveness…that is something we all struggle with at times and he reminded us that it is incredibly important to forgive. Not for the person you’re forgiving, but for yourself…He spoke about how not forgiving can take a hold of you and start to change your life if you don’t let go. The anger and bitterness that you feel towards that person or people can start to control you, change who you are, and affect all of your relationships if you don’t learn to just forgive. This is something that I have struggled with within my own family. Being hurt and just flat out not wanting to forgive…I’m so thankful that I have Matt and friends that love me that will remind me how important forgiveness is in those times that I don’t want to. I remember when I finally made the decision to truly forgive…it felt like something lifted off of my shoulders. It was such a huge weight and burden to carry and it just wasn’t worth it. One of my favorite phrases that Pastor Byron said was: “If you relive it, forgive it.” I have to remind myself of that so many times…it’s natural to relive those feelings, but you have to remember to forgive once again.

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