Forgiveness Archives

Interview with the Author: Carolyn McKinstry on Learning to Forgive

Carolyn McKinstry, a survivor of the 1963 Birmingham church bombing, speaks out about hope, forgiveness and healing.

Rashad carries the ball during a game against the Cleveland Browns in 2016.

How Former NFL Player Rashad Jennings Connected With His Dad

By Rashad Jennings8 min read

Longing for his father’s approval, the running back first had to understand his father’s dreams.

Reflecting on the 80th Anniversary of Kristallnacht

By Holly Lebowitz Rossi3 min read

An inspiration to perform acts of kindness and do good deeds.

A voice inside Ken asked, Isn’t there somebody you need to forgive?

Finding a Way to Forgive His Only Remaining Family

By Ken Fracaro8 min read

After years of emotional abuse from his older brother, John, he decided it was time for forgiveness—for John’s sake and his own.

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7 Bible Verses to Help You Forgive Yourself

By Brooke Obie2 min read

These Bible verses will help you remember that God’s love covers a multitude of mistakes.

You forgive yourself for every failure because you are trying to do the right thing. God knows that and you know it. Nobody else may know it. ― Maya Angelou

9 Inspirational Quotes to Help You Forgive Yourself

By Brooke Obie10 min read

Have you ever noticed how you can hold on to past mistakes long after they occurred? Forgiveness is a process. It does not happen over night and the process will be different for everyone. But no matter how long it takes, there’s hope. Here are some of our favorite quotes to help you on the journey to forgive.