Quote by Lewis B. Smedes

It takes one person to forgive, it takes two people to be reunited.

It takes one person to forgive, it takes two people to be re

Summary

This quote emphasizes the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation. Forgiveness involves letting go of anger, resentment, and the desire for revenge. It can be a personal decision made by one person, freeing themselves from negative emotions. However, reconciliation and reunification require the participation and willingness of both parties involved. It signifies a mutual effort to rebuild the trust, mend the relationship, and move forward together. While one person can initiate forgiveness, it takes the efforts of both individuals to restore the bond that was broken.

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Forgiveness

By Lewis B. Smedes

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