How often do we say or think these things:
I hate you! I'll get you!! I'll get even with you!!
The Lord's Prayer reminds us to "forgive those who trespass against us". Can you do this?
In assembly we will hear about an extraordinary man called Gordon Wilson. Gordon lost his daughter when a bomb exploded near to them in 1987. Most people would be filled with hate if this happened to them but Gordon forgave the people who did this. Here is a quote from a book about him:
" To the astonishment of listeners, Wilson went on to add, "But I bear no ill will. I bear no grudge. Dirty sort of talk is not going to bring her back to life. She was a great wee lassie. She loved her profession. She was a pet. She's dead. She's in heaven and we shall meet again. I will pray for these men tonight and every night."
Do you have the strength to forgive? When might you be able to follow Gordon Wilson's incredible example?
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