"Oh, Father give me grace to forgive them."

Definition of GRACE 1. a : unmerited divineassistance given humans for their regeneration or sanctification b : a virtue comingfrom God c : a state ofsanctification enjoyed through divine grace d : disposition to oran act or instance of kindness, courtesy, or clemency e : a temporaryexemption  f. : a charming orattractive trait or characteristic These past few weeks have been some of the best and some of the worst ones of my life. The latter part of that sentence was decided by myself. Yes, I was put in situations where anger consumed my nights and happiness my days. At my breaking point tonight I finally decided to take the action I should have from the very beginning; seek help from my Maker.  First, I should go back a few days ago when my biology professor told us that he was going to give us a two day grace period for our lab report. "Grace period", it's one of those terms you hear on a daily basis but never fully grasp their meaning. Of course, the class grinned ear to ear with excitement knowing they would actually get some sleep tonight! Along with my joy for the change of the due date I began to realize the true meaning of grace. We were all given divine grace with the promise of everlasting life. God sent his only Son to grant us salvation. He has pardoned ALL our sins, regardless if they're big or small. If God can do that, why can't we forgive the small actions of flesh?  I''ve sat back and let anger prevail in my life for the past few weeks. Anger is the work of flesh, the old sin nature. But, God wants us to change, and He can help us.  "Walk by the spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh." Galatians 5:16 Live in God's presence, depend on His power and everything will work out.  "Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you." Ephesians 4:31-32 God want us to share the trait of forgiveness with Him. That person we are angry with could need salvation more than anything, meanwhile we are slandering them when they need everything but to be hurt. As hard as it is, we must forgive them. Without that forgiveness that person will control your life, the only driver for your life is your heavenly Father. He is the only one who  you should allow to have power over you. I only wish I would have realized this sooner.  So, I guess the point here is the cliche "forgive and forget." As impossible as it seems at some points, with God all things are possible. God thought enough of you to send his son to die on a cross for you, think enough of Him to show others the grace and forgiveness He showed you and me.  xoxoxo, The Girl In A Polo and Pearls :)