Forgiveness - The Greatest Christmas Gift There Is

The holidays are definitely upon us. Even though we can have lots of fun tempers can also get short. To help make our holiday time with family and friends more enjoyable remember this. What we think colors the world we see. If we want to change the world around us all we need to do is change the way we think about the world. The way we see the world is fueled by our thoughts. Our thoughts are very powerful. They determine who we are and how we choose to see others and our circumstances. Our thoughts are colored by our emotions which are also fueled by thoughts. So, if we want more happiness in our lives then we need to become more aware of our thoughts. This is what forgiveness is about.

Forgiveness is a voluntary act, a decision to let go of our anger and resentment so we can have happier and richer lives. It is not about denying the other person's responsibility for hurting you and it doesn't minimize what your experience is. It means that you choose to see the situation differently, in a way that can bring you peace. It helps you see with spiritual sight. This is what the holiday season is all about.

Words about Forgiveness that Inspire

The holiday season is about peace, hope, and forgiveness and so I would like to share two beautiful quotes that I hope will touch your heart and inspire you this Christmas season.

If our greatest need had been information,
God would have sent us an educator.
If our greatest need had been technology,
God would have sent us a scientist.
If our greatest need had been money,
God would have sent us an economist.
If our greatest need had been pleasure,
God would have sent us an entertainer.
But our greatest need was forgiveness,
So God sent us a Savior.
(Roy Lessin)

Give to your enemy forgiveness,
To your opponent tolerance,
To your friend your heart,
To all men charity, for the hands that help
are holier than lips that pray,
To every child a good example,
and to yourself—respect.
(anonymous)

Have a wonderful holiday and for those who celebrate Christmas I hope it is a merry one!