How do you know when you have truly forgiven someone? Is it wrong to dislike someone even if you do not hate them?
Is it normal to still have feelings of mistrust or dislike for someone that you thought you have forgiven? I have come very far in some ways in forgiving, but now am working of forgiving myself, and am trying to figure out how to complete this whole process. For example, in a situation involving my younger brother I have worked up to forgiving him for many things he did from a temper that still rages to this day. But, he still scares me and at times I dislike him and how he treats my parents that he still stays with. Last time I saw him the way he acted had my hands shaking and I couldn't help but shed a few tears. I also have much bitterness and hard feelings still for my husband's ex wife, who I do not hate as far as I know anymore, but still think I am in need to forgive her more. I am working at putting negative thoughts and feelings about such persons out of my mind and heart for such fear and anger had hurt me and recently spilled over aside from my other conflicts. Sorry if I sound like a robot. I am very blessed to have found this site. Peace to you all in the Lord Almighty
Is it normal to still have feelings of mistrust or dislike for someone that you thought you have forgiven? I have come very far in some ways in forgiving, but now am working of forgiving myself, and am trying to figure out how to complete this whole process. For example, in a situation involving my younger brother I have worked up to forgiving him for many things he did from a temper that still rages to this day. But, he still scares me and at times I dislike him and how he treats my parents that he still stays with. Last time I saw him the way he acted had my hands shaking and I couldn't help but shed a few tears. I also have much bitterness and hard feelings still for my husband's ex wife, who I do not hate as far as I know anymore, but still think I am in need to forgive her more. I am working at putting negative thoughts and feelings about such persons out of my mind and heart for such fear and anger had hurt me and recently spilled over aside from my other conflicts. Sorry if I sound like a robot. I am very blessed to have found this site. Peace to you all in the Lord Almighty