Monday Manna w/ Pastor Batiste

Title: "Forgiveness Is Freedom"

As we begin this new week, I want to challenge your heart—not just your habits. Forgiveness is one of the hardest things to give, especially when the wound still aches. But here’s the truth: forgiveness isn’t about making the other person free—it’s about making you free.

Paul reminds us to forgive the way Christ forgave us—completely, compassionately, and undeservingly. Holding onto bitterness won’t heal you—it hardens you. And many of us are stuck, not because we lack opportunity, but because we’re carrying offense that’s weighing us down.

Think about it: every time you replay what they did, it reopens the wound. But when you forgive, you choose healing over hatred, freedom over frustration. Forgiveness doesn’t excuse the wrong—it releases the weight.

This week, I encourage you—don’t let unforgiveness rob you of peace. Healing begins with a decision. You are too valuable to be tied down by what tried to break you. Walk light. Walk free. Have a strong and peaceful week!

Reflection: What would your heart feel like if you finally laid down the weight of unforgiveness?

Prayer: Lord, help me forgive like You did. I don’t want to carry the weight of bitterness. Free my heart to heal. Remind me that forgiveness is not weakness—it’s the way to freedom. Amen.

"Don’t carry what God is calling you to release."