I forgive easily. My forgiveness is complete and forever. When I forgive myself or someone else, I wisely release the painful images and emotional attachments. I choose to be blessed, and I know forgiveness keeps me living in my blessings. I don’t allow my past to determine my present conditions or future experiences. I always choose wholeness because I love to experience God’s love, health, prosperity, joy, and success. Holding on to negative energy keeps me out of alignment with the kingdom of God within me, so I choose to forgive for my own wellbeing.
I forgive myself. I no longer punish myself for my past mistakes. I recognize that I did the best I could at the time, and I free myself. Whatever I did is over. If there are actions that I need to take to rectify any harm I may have caused others, I lovingly ask God how I can do it without imposing on someone else’s life. Sometimes God tells me to be still and simply release the judgments I have made about myself and others.
I forgive others for any transgressions against me. I do so for my own freedom. No one must change for me to forgive because forgiveness is my choice. I choose to forgive because I cherish the peace of mind that true forgiveness provides. Forgiveness doesn’t require reconciliation. I simply choose to be free, to let go and let God.
Audibly affirm: Christ in me sets me free. I choose to forgive and prosper.
“And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.” Matthew 6:12 NRSVUE
Used by permission of the Universal Foundation for Better Living.
This article was written by MindBodySpirit.fm podcast host Rev. Gaylon McDowell and originally appeared in the Universal Foundation for Better Living, Inc.’s Daily Inspiration for Better Living, May/June 2025 Edition, which is available for purchase at https://ufbl.org/shop.
