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George MacDonald

Forgiveness is the giving, and so the receiving, of life.

Forgiveness

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When you forgive someone, you are offering them a chance to move forward and heal, which brings new energy and hope into both your lives. At the same time, by forgiving, you also allow yourself to experience renewal and freedom from the burden of anger or pain.

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Any story about revenge is ultimately a story about forgiveness, redemption, or the futility of revenge.

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I really do believe that God is love, one of deep affection and grace and forgiveness and inspiration.

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