As I began to forgive, I want to seek forgiveness first.  Today I am asking the Father to forgive me for harboring anger, bitterness, and rage. In our own strength, we are nothing.  So today and every day I seek the strength of my Father.  Through my Father’s strength hurt no longer weighs me down.  It is also in my Father’s strength that I can begin the healing process.

The Father and the Son may seem distant at times.  But I am thankful that even though Jesus no longer walks the earth, He left us a great gift.   Jesus left us the Holy Spirit.  The Holy Spirit serves as our Advocator, Comforter, and Helper.

There are still times that I cry from the hurt inflicted on myself and the ones I love.  In my deepest hurt, not even a mother’s love can ease the pain. The comfort I need in my weakest moments come from an available and ever-present God.

There is so much the Spirit has to offer believers.  It was Him who convicted me for holding on to bitterness.  It is He who comforts me during hard times.  It is He who is counseling me to recovery.  And it is He who is the Paraclete, walking beside me.  Walking with us during this journey. Walking with us each moment of our day.

Jesus also leaves us with peace.  The peace Jesus gives is not of this world.  I appreciate the love and support of those close to me, but certain situations require a level of consoling that only our God can provide.  Be assured that our weakest moments are strengthened by His perfect power.