Moving On: Beyond Forgive and Forget

You have been deeply hurt by someone. You know that the Bible tells you to forgive, but what if you just feel stuck? You don't want to be bitter, but how do you move forward when you have been physically, emotionally, and/or spiritually wounded by someone else's actions?

Ruth Ann Batstone, a child abuse survivor and experienced counselor, gives practical, biblical direction to all those who have been hurt and can't just "forgive and forget." She points to Jesus, the man of sorrows and well acquainted with grief, as the one who understands your struggle and who will give you his presence as you heal. The gospel is not a panacea for real trouble, instead it is the way through trouble as you keep your eyes fixed on Jesus. You might not ever forget what happened, but you will grow in faith, hope, and love as you turn to Jesus daily.