Does Forgiving Mean Forgetting?

There is an old saying that goes, “Forgive and forget.” Scripture tells us plainly that we are to forgive others. Matthew 6:14-15 (NET) - For if you forgive others their sins, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others, your Father will not forgive you your sins. It really does not get much plainer than that. The question remains, “Does forgiving mean forgetting?” On one hand the argument could be made that one should forget what one has forgiven. God tells us in scripture that He does not remember our sins when we repent of them. Isaiah...

A Real Gem

Each of my parents came from large families. As a result, I grew up surrounded by many uncles and aunts. I learned so much from each of them. Each of them helped reinforce the lessons of faith and love my parents taught me. Each did this through his or her actions and words. I know the many cousins I have feel the same way. Time moved on and one by one my parents and each of my aunts and uncles completed their earthly journeys. This continued until only one of them remained. I find it quite remarkable that her name was Pearl as we considered her a real gem from God. Recently,...