March 8, 2019

My Journey to God

Holding a Grudge

When someone hurts or offends you
it’s easy to hold a grudge.
We are all human that way;
to be stubborn, unwilling to budge.

Sometimes we can be too sensitive
taking others’ actions or words personally.
It’s easier to hold a grudge
rather than forgive or act mercifully.

Maybe you’re in the wrong place
after they’ve had a bad day.
It’s difficult to let it slide
and to rise above the fray.

It could be that they’re struggling
or physically hurting in some way.
Their emotional health is in trouble;
something’s keeping their happiness at bay.

Here’s a challenge for us all;
I’m giving you a gentle nudge.
Let it go, and pray for them.
Find peace not holding a grudge.

By Stephanie Jackson
 

(Stephanie Jackson is a member of St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Bedford.)

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