The Destructive Power of Vengeance
When we dwell on past hurts, we invite darkness into our lives. The desire for revenge can consume us, freezing our gaze on the cruel events that have shaped our experiences. But is this really where we want to focus our attention? Does reliving our pain and hurt really make us better people?
A Recipe for Destruction
The truth is, vengeance has the power to destroy us. It replaces God with our own limited understanding of justice, as if we think we can do a better job than Him. We start to think, “I’ll take matters into my own hands, Lord. You might not punish enough or punish quickly enough.” But God reminds us in Romans 12:19 that He is the ultimate judge, and only He can mete out accurate judgments.
Leaving Judgment to God
Vengeance is not our job; it’s God’s. We need to leave our enemies in His capable hands. Forgiveness doesn’t mean condoning bad behavior; it means releasing the hold that hurt has on our lives. We can hate what someone did without letting hatred consume us. After all, God occupies the supreme court of heaven, and only He has the wisdom and power to dispense true justice.
Breaking Free from the Cycle of Hurt
By focusing on forgiveness and leaving judgment to God, we can break free from the cycle of hurt and revenge. We can start to heal and move forward, rather than getting stuck in the past. So, let’s choose to release our need for vengeance and instead trust in God’s perfect justice. Only then can we truly start to live the life He has planned for us.
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