I have done a lot of thinking on the topic of forgiveness recently.  This came after some personal attacks that I need to let go of.  Some unfounded lies.  Some half truths.  Some postings that were hurtful and in some case dangerous to the well being of the cildren that I have in my care.  All that said, I have been thinking about how do you forgive?

I know I have to forgive.  I know that I have to not become bitter.  My big question is this…. Is it Biblical to forgive and not put my self in the same position to be hurt again.  Is it wrong to protect my children?  Am I really supposed to forgive and FORGET?  Forgetting implies that I don’t protect my heart at all.  I feel that I need to protect my heart and if that is the case did I truly forgive?

I’m talking in circles.  I really am looking for input.  What do you think?