We have to remember in the parable of the servant who was forgiven of his debt by his master... the debt was equal to the size of a small country\'s treasury. How much greater is our debt toward God... and yet through the sacraments and His incredible love and mercy He continually forgives us. In light of His love it seems like such a small thing to forget the little injustices done against us, and yet it is so difficult.
Imagine a world where everyone remembered every wrong done to them. No one would get along. Everyone would hate each other, and people would become islands. Yet we as Orthodox Christians know that no one can be saved alone. We need one another. I think it is clear that our road to salvation is dependent on our willingness to forgive and forget the sins of others. How can we love God if we cannot love our brothers and sisters in Christ? Doesn\'t love necessitate forgiveness?
Just thinking out loud...
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