I was watching a show the other day that was exploring
the extreme structures known as "dams" and what happens when
they break apart and collapse. Wikipedia defines a dam as a
barrier across flowing water that obstructs, directs or slows
down the flow, often creating a reservoir, lake or
impoundments.
It was a really amazing show but it made me think about how
close life can sometimes be compared to a dam. At first a dam
slows down the flow but over time the dam builds up so much
resistance and pressure that it can begin to crack. One crack
leads to another and, if left unattended, can result in the
entire structure collapsing... with often devastating results.
When the dam breaks, it doesn't just affect the dam but all
those downstream in its path.
Sound familiar?
Are you living a "dammed" life? Have you built up barriers
or walls to "slow down" or "retain" the hurt, anxiety or fear
you've encountered? Has this barrier created a reservoir of
these hurts and hang ups that are now building more and more
pressure in your life?
Are you starting to crack?
Unlike a dam that takes millions of dollars and concrete to
fix, you can be repaired with just a simple word. It's called
"forgiveness." Forgiveness allows us to let go of the hurts
that are building up in our lives. Forgiveness releases the
pressure. Forgiveness lets life flow again and stops it from
building behind a wall.
Forgiveness offers hope. Hope in the grace that can restore
even the deepest of cracks or wounds.
But what does practicing forgiveness really look like? How
do you forgive when you can't seem to forget?
Share your thoughts by emailing us at info@giftofkindness.com
and we'll explore practical forgiveness more next week.
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