Do you hold a grudge or let it go? Or forgive but not forget?

[NFrameFred]

Don't know why my particular quote was singled out, Mort, but nothing you said was in disagreement or contradicted my premise.

I never commented on anyone's "right" to be mad at the world. I simply observed where it comes from. And you are 100% correct concerning the manifestations and possible consequences of it.

 

[pharmer]

Outside of Lloyd Bentsen (late, of the State of Texas. I hope he rots... nevermind), I dump resentment as soon as I become aware of it. Forgiveness sets ME free, I couldn't care less about the "transgressor." Joe

 

[ladder13]

Originally posted by NFrameFred:

And my last comment on this part of it has do with being "religious". The simple truth is you can be very 'religious' and still miss out on the Truth. And one can deny the Truth, but that doesn't make it non-existent or negate the fact that one day we all will have to deal with it.

And the Truth is, I have the best lawyer who ever lived to argue my case. As He once proclaimed "it is done".

 

[dlstewart01]

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And the Truth is, I have the best lawyer who ever lived to argue my case. As He once proclaimed "it is done".

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+ 10,000

 

[BLACKHAWKNJ]

Not only is Revenge a dish best served cold, it is also one that is extremely enjoyable in private. For example, if I discovered the secret of Time Travel, do you think I'd share it with anybody? Don't hold your breath waiting.
There is a Time to Share, and a Time to Keep Private.
"Three may keep a Secret if Two of them are Dead."
Poor Richard aka Ben Franklin

 

[Jeb Stonewall]

I think I might be the one that needs the forgiving.

 

[JOERM]

Originally posted by Jeb Stonewall:
I think I might be the one that needs the forgiving.

There's only one person, God or his son, that can give forgivness, but I'd say if you ask for forgiveness, he will forgive you. I have done many things wrong and have hurt a few, not on purpose though and even though I have not got a direct response back....I feel he heard my request and granted it.

I am sure he has already forgiven you and you do not even know it. Relax.

Joe

 

[SIG229fan]

As a Christian, I am required to forgive no matter how difficult it might be or how long it takes.

As a Christian, I agree; however, there is that not-so-small-matter of the transgressor being required to *ask* for your forgiveness.

If there is no honest request for forgiveness, my opinion is that you are doing nothing more than enabling further unacceptable behavior if you "issue" a blanket pardon.

I could be wrong...but I don't believe the Bible is.

 

[Bullseye Smith]

I let it go for now, but I have been know to wait over 5 years to give a payback

. Plus I add intrest to it. When someone is low life, I'm X5 on payback. Other wise I'm go happy. If you are going to stab someone, make sure you have the bigger knife.

 

[Thicker]

I guess I will set an example of" forgive and forget "by not holding a grudge on someone who tried to degrade me on this Forum. I have seen a lot and been thru alot in my life and wisecrackers are trivial. Happy Armed Forces Day my fellow vets.....

 

[yanici]

I hate to admit it ,but if you screwed me, a family member, or a friend, I will never forget.