[Colleen Hammond]

Well, I can certainly relate to forgiving those who have spread untruths about you.

I’m working on a new book entitled, “The Gossip’s Guide” so I’m very sensitive to that particular commandment. But I can tell you that it becomes easier to forgive people. Forgiveness is an act of the will, NOT a feeling. We decide to forgive. Each and every day.

My Spiritual Director reminded me that God will punish those who engage in detraction (or calumny) much more than we ever could, so they really DO need our prayers.

[Salvation]

**My Spiritual Director reminded me that God will punish those who engage in detraction (or calumny) much more than we ever could, so they really DO need our prayers.**

This is very good to know. I will continue my prayers. It seems that when one is in charge of something at one’s church — you can’t please everyone and there is always someone saying something behind a back.

Thanks for your thread....helping me to let go of these hurt feelings.

[johngrace]

Once a while back on these threads there was nasty person about the faith. It got so bad that I prayed to God. I wrote on the comments That I forgive that person and hope they could forgive me. Then that I love them in Christ.

Well, the Holy Spirit of Peace was all over Myself. Head to toe for 10 to 15 minutes. Then a beautiful presence all day while reading and watching the Bible readings on TV and Internet.

My Mother(devout Catholic) when growing up always told us to forgive. Never let a grudge happen or linger. It can be Hard. But, I put my hands up to the Lord and give at times the beginning grudge to be taken to the Lord for healing. I believe it is taken care after this act in pray. Praise Jesus!

[johngrace]

"Forgiveness is an act of the will, NOT a feeling. We decide to forgive. Each and every day."

Good Point!