Finding Forgiveness

Dear God, I do not wish to harbor any ill will against others. Help me God to forgive those that have hurt me and wronged me. Lord, even though I want to forgive I am plagued with doubts, fears, bad memories, and reasons why I should not forgive. When I ponder on these it is hard because I feel that I am justified in my feelings. God help me to forgive. Father, I know it is wrong when I feel these people don't deserve my forgiveness. As much as I want to forgive them Lord my bad memories continue to be chains that bind anger to my heart. Lord, break these chains so that I may be free to forgive. Precious forgiving Lord, I know that alone I do not have the strength or courage to do this. Help me Father so that I may once and of all be free of the bitterness that keeps me from moving on. When people look at me I want them to see your love shining from me and not bitterness and unforgiveness. I know all things are possible with you Lord, so I pray for you to remove the unforgiveness from my heart. I turn it over to you God. Heavenly Father be my justice, so that I can feel the peace and freedom that comes from forgiving. Lord, make my heart a willing heart so that I might be healed. Lead me in my thoughts and decision so that my life may always honor and glorify you. Father, lead me to forgiveness so that I can be obedient to Your word. This I pray in Jesus name, Amen.