Forgiveness and Reconciliation After Thirty-Years

I wanted to share my experience of forgiveness. For over 30 years, my sister and I had not spoken as a result of many differences. During that time, I had let those past grievances repeat themselves over and over, which left me feeling even angrier towards her. I had been raised in Christian Science, knowing how detrimental not forgiving is indeed sinful. Yet, I allowed it to go unchecked. It wasn’t until I discovered Plainfield Independent Church and learning the power of sincere forgiveness that my thoughts about my sister changed rapidly, and I began to recognize her as a child of God, and the grievances disappeared.

I was led to contact her, and she responded with more love than I could ever imagine. We speak often now and have vigorous conversations about Christian Science. She had told me that she is so hungry for love and has told me how grateful she is that we are communicating. It is my hope that this experience will help someone else who is listening to realize the importance of forgiveness. It is a gift that benefits all involved and is a gift of God’s love. John 13:34 says, “As I have loved you, love one another.” I’m so grateful for the practical Truth shared at Plainfield Church. Thank you, Mary Baker Eddy. Thank you, God, for giving that message. Thank you, Christ Jesus, for your example to the whole world.