Myth: If I forgive, I must immeadiately Trust the one who offended
This is just untrue. Forgiveness is first, an act of will. Jesus said be gentle as a dove, but wise as a sperpent. We do not have to dumb down to forgive. If you left your car unlocked and someone stole something very valuable from you, you could forgive them, but you would still be wise to lock... Sign in to see full entry.