OK, long story short! A little over 3 years ago, I was on staff at another COG in S GA. The location and whereabouts is unnecessary. Anywho, I kinda sorda got off on the wrong foot with a visitor to the church one Sunday. Something I said, and my actions portrayed an attitude of arrogance. Lord only knows, I try my very best to treat everyone the same, and not be a snob or snub anyone! Well, this particular situation got me an all expenses paid trip to the pastor’s office. See, in small towns, word travels fast. This particular event had snowballed into something greater than it actually was. And we all know that’s how the DEVIL works. BUT.. there I was being confronted about the issue.
So, I gave my side of the story, and really, medical reasons was part of the deal as well, but all was well after that day, as far as my position being intact that is. At least, I thought everything was well! Well, for weeks the individuals involved could not seem to let go of the situation, but with prayer, God finally brought things to a rest.
WELL… As I was studying for last Sunday’s sermon, making my last few sermon preparations, God pricked my heart on something. He brought to my remembrance this entire scenario again. The amazing thing is… I remembered the names of both the individuals, who had not been in my sight since that morning 3 years ago it happened. That was a GOD thing. So, I called, and wanted to talk to one particular person, who was working that weekend. I talked to the spouse instead, but really desired to talk to the other individual. The spouse forgave me, and said that the other person, because of the past issues, would more than likely not ever want to talk to me. I just accepted that and moved on. I had done what God impressed upon me to do, and I felt such a peace about it.
WELL… just tonight I received a phone call from the other person, whom the spouse said would probably never talk to me. We chatted for a minute, and I got right to the point. I offered my sincerest apologies. There was NO hesitation on the other person’s end, and I was forgiven right then. The Hatchet was buried so to speak. To the amazement of this person, I recalled their name and number, and the incident that happened long ago. No other way that could happen except for GOD! Tonight my Spirit has just been escorted into the stratosphere, and I am walking around saying “FORGIVENESS IS TRULY A WONDERFUL THING!” Jesus really nailed it when he talked about forgiveness. He knew the power of it. FORGIVENESS truly is a powerful thing. It is amazing, and wonderful. Be blessed. God is Good!
