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From Suffering to Healing From Forgiveness to Compassion

Blessed are the merciful, mercy shall be theirs. Blessed are the meek (non-violent), for they shall inherit the earth. Blessed are the pure at heart (love), for they will see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called the sons of God.

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From Suffering to Healing From Forgiveness to Compassion

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  1. Blessed are the merciful, mercy shall be theirs. Blessed are the meek (non-violent), for they shall inherit the earth. Blessed are the pure at heart (love), for they will see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called the sons of God. From Suffering to HealingFrom Forgiveness to Compassion Session 2

  2. How can I possibly forgive?How can I possibly be forgiven? • They had it coming to them. • I didn’t know how much it would hurt them. • She’s too sensitive. • I ruined their life. • I am so ashamed. • I feel so guilty. • He doesn’t even care if we ever see each other again. • Why should I have to be the one to apologize? • She always gets her way. • I am worthless. • He’s not really sorry. • It hurts too bad. • It’s complicated.

  3. It all begins in the family

  4. See the wound that drives my sin.

  5. What was my experience of forgiveness and mercy in my family?

  6. Were conflicts resolved with forgiveness or did the argument continue?

  7. Was forgiveness denied?

  8. Was forgiveness part of the punishment.

  9. Are grudges kept in your family for generations?

  10. Did you witness your parents asking one another for forgiveness?

  11. Was forgiveness given generously?

  12. Was reconciliation part of the forgiveness process in your home?

  13. How we forgive, give forgiveness, and reconcile… reveals our own experiences. And forms my image of God

  14. Cosmic Cop Waiting to punish you

  15. critic When I am perfect and have done all God wants me to do he will love me.

  16. Mother’s breast I can take whatever I need and, like a child have no responsibility in a relationship.

  17. Demanding god Likes to see us jump through hoops for love.

  18. Disinterested observer God is somewhere out there, but not by me.

  19. nationalist God sees us as Americans first, and we are responsible for showing the other countries how to live.

  20. Bell hop God is at my service at all times.

  21. Janitor god God is here to clean up my mistakes.

  22. Master of ceremonies God shows up for Sacraments only.

  23. Creatr In all living things and everywhere I go.

  24. Jesus as friend A companion to talk to any time.

  25. savior The one who will save me from myself.

  26. teacher The model to strive to be like.

  27. Baby jesus Always the baby, not aware of grownup things.

  28. Mercy shown/Mercy withheld • Distant • Punitive • Critical • Patriot • Demanding • Loving • Nurturing • Forgiving • Blaming • Tricky • Abandoning • Angry • Gentle • Compassionate • Elusive • Ever present • Healing • Joyful • Content • Distant • Punitive • Critical • Patriot • Demanding • Loving • Nurturing • Forgiving • Blaming • Tricky • Abandoning • Angry • Gentle • Compassionate • Elusive • Ever present • Healing • Joyful • Content Images My Family Experience

  29. How did you view god as a child?Has that changed? One on One

  30. Be back in 5 minutes!!

  31. The Prodigal son

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