Lewis Benedictus Smedes (1921 — December 19, 2002) was a renowned Christian author, ethicist, and theologian in the Reformed tradition.
Forgiving does not erase the bitter past. A healed memory is not a deleted memory. Instead, forgiving what we cannot forget creates a new way to remember. We change the memory of our past into a hope for our future. Use this quote
You will know that forgiveness has begun when you recall those who hurt you and feel the power to wish them well. Use this quote
To forgive is to set a prisoner free and discover that the prisoner was you. Use this quote
It takes one person to forgive, it takes two people to be reunited. Use this quote