Permanently Crippled

“At some point people have to throw off the wounds of their childhood or go through life permanently crippled.” Fancy Pants by Susan Elizabeth Phillips.

While listening to this audio book, I was struck by the monumental charge given here in such a concise statement. Here the feminine lead is imploring the male lead to stop making excuses and live up to his potential.

There is no person, no matter how amazing the childhood, who will escape scars from this time period. When we live in the past with old hurts and slights, we cannot grow. As the author stated, we will be permanently crippled. I know that forgiveness is hardest when the offender is close to you.

If you are still holding a grudge against your parents or another loved one who wronged you, I challenge you to ask God to empower you with the ability to forgive so that you may walk in His joy. May your chains be loosed and your “legs” begin to walk.