At the Altar by Charles Stanley
Jesus tells us, "If you are presenting your offering at the altar, and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your offering there before the altar and go; first be reconciled to your brother, and then come and present your offering" (Matt. 5:23-24)
Deal with anger through godly reconciliation.
Take forgiveness seriously by admitting that you have a problem.
Assume responsibility for your actions.
Deal with the problem God's way.
Confess what you've done.
Lay down your anger. No matter how heavy the weight of your frustration or sin may seem, god will shoulder it with you when you stop trying to control your circumstances with anger and bitterness.
Make a commitment to pray for the person who is the object of your unforgiveness.
If I had refused to forgive my stepfather, more than likely, God would not have given me the opportunity to preach the gospel all over the world. He watches the attitude of our hearts to see if we are fully devoted to trusting Him with every trial and heartache.
When unforgiveness leads you to animosity, bitterness, resentment, and hostility, you waste your life, and you miss the best that God has for you. You also end up suffering the consequences of your sin. And never forget; the shortest distance between your sin and God's forgiveness is the distance between your knees and the floor.
Don't you just love that last line? May forgiveness happen in your heart the same day you are wronged. It's not worth hanging on to.
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