Doug unpacks the importance of forgiveness in marriage. He shares that while forgiveness is an act of the will, our faith can motivate us to make the right decision. Doug discusses why it is so difficult to forgive and gives reasons to forgive your spouse.

Listener questions

• Art - How do you show mercy to someone when they're flawed and about to end the marriage?
• Barbara - My husband passed away 6 years ago. What we always did before arguing, was say 'would this matter tomorrow'.  If it did matter, it was worthy of a discussion, not an argument.
• Alma - I've been married for 27 years and my marriage is ending, but I don't have grudges. I just want him to be happy. I still want to forgive him.

 

Resources:

 

Marriage Unhindered

https://www.marriageunhindered.com/

 

Happy Marriage for Life

https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/

 

Catholic Therapists

https://www.catholictherapists.com/

 

Prayers for forgiveness:

 

"Lord, I come before You with a heavy heart. I struggle to forgive those who have wronged me. Please grant me the grace to let go of my anger and resentment. Help me to see them through Your eyes and to extend the mercy that You have shown me. Amen."

 

"Come, Holy Spirit, fill my heart with Your love and peace. Help me to release my burdens and to forgive those who have hurt me. Grant me the strength to let go of my pain and to embrace the healing power of forgiveness. Amen."