Forgiveness is like glue

When anger rages and frustration builds dividing walls,
When 'self' takes over and voices are raised in passion,
The wounds can be deep and love becomes a distant recollection,

The bonds that tie two together become weak,

Forgiveness is the glue that will bind up the wound,
Forgiveness is what holds imperfect people together as one,
Covering over the hurt and strengthening the ties of love,

Forgiveness is the true expression of love,
A gift offered by a heart that is compassionate and open,
A gift accepted by the humble, one willing to acknowledge the wrong,

From forgiveness pours greater love,
Love flowing from the gratitude of the forgiven,
Blessing both giver and receiver,
Who arise secure bound closer than before.

(By Ian)

Forgiveness is a massive thing, it can transform situations. I have been blessed by the forgiveness of other people and I have experienced something of God's forgiveness in my life and have been changed because of it. This 'poem' is my attempt to put some of that into words! Hope you like it.