Luke 6:27-28
I. Characteristics of a Solid Relationship
1. Respect
2. Shared Experience
3. Trust
4. Reciprocity
5. Mutual Enjoyment
Why do we fail to understand?
1. Fear
2. Self-centeredness
3. Failure to appreciate differences
4. Failure to acknowledge similarities
II. Dangers of Broken Relationship
1. Debilitating regret
2. Retaliating maneuvers
3. Put the blame of on others or circumstances
4. Defensive anger
5. Diminished Self-respect
6. Isolation
7. Negativity
8. Persistent irritability
9. Workaholism
10. Hurt others
11. Scab-picking
12. To label others or stereotype
III. Outliving Broken Relationships
1. Pursue God’s forgiveness
2. Confront the issue
3. Accept our imperfections
4. Seek counsel
5. Be serious about healing
6. Deepen your relationship with God
7. Nourish your mind. Get faith
8. Learn to forgive those who hurt you
He who cannot forgive another breaks the bridge over which he himself must pass.
- George Herbert
“Do not allow your past to dictate your future.”
- Genesis 50:15-21
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