Forgiven

Wherefore I say unto thee, her sins, which are many, are forgiven...
Luke 7:47a
 
Today I was reading one of my favorite stories in the Bible…

the sinful woman, who in an act of love and humble contrition, fell at Jesus' feet weeping and washing His feet with her tears. She also poured scented ointment over His feet and then wiped them dry with her hair.
 
In her lifetime she committed many sins. Sadly, she was held in low regard by the people in her community. But the Lord Jesus told this woman that her sins were forgiven, and that she could go from His presence in peace knowing that His words were true.
 
Shortly after I put down my Bible, I had the urge to pick up my pen and write about forgiveness.
This is what I wrote:
 
Forgiveness is power. It is love and mercy in action. It breaks
bondages and sets people free in their hearts and minds.
 
Forgiveness makes for peace and reconciliation, and it puts
relationships in a new and fresh perspective.
 
Inner wounds and deep hurts can be healed through forgiveness.
It lifts the oppressive and crushing weight of guilt. It gives a person
a new start in life, a new beginning, and a strong hope for the future.
 
Forgiveness is a gift from God. A wonderful peace replaces the torment
of many past transgressions.
 
D. B.