No one cares to admit it when we make mistakes. It’s only in acknowledging where we’ve messed up that we can begin to talk about the real and sometimes messy (and often grace-filled) work of forgiveness. I’m still a work in progress! Check out my post below, and while you’re at it, follow our latest series for Into the Deep called “Finding Hope When It’s Hard” where we focus on using Ignatian prayer methods, principles, and discernment wisdom to maintain hope during times of crisis and suffering.
A number of years ago, I had a falling out with a good friend. I’m not going to repeat the words that ruined our friendship. I thought there was enough trust between us to bear the weight of a difficult conversation. In hindsight, I said something terribly insensitive. I asked a deeply personal question, hoping for a vulnerable and honest response, but it came across as painfully judgmental, and there is nothing I can do to take it back. (Continue reading…)
Beth M. Knobbe 