Keeping score

It is human nature to keep a record of wrongs in our back pockets so we can pull them out during moments of conflict. According to research, relationships that use this tactic in conflict usually don’t last long.

In scripture though with find a higher way, which is so more profitable. The biblical concept of forgiveness or a sending away the offense rather than the offender, leads to peace. When we forgive, we are blessed to have a deeper relationship with others but more importantly, with God. When we choose bitterness no only are we deepening conflict but we are counting the blood of Christ as worthless.

So are we writing a record book of offense or developing a testimony of mercy?