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It always comes back to you in the end
Sometimes, it’s simply easier to let money go to those who need it more. I know someone today who owes me about $2,000, but I realize at this point, the best thing I can do is release them from the debt. Why? Because at the end of the day, I realize the hassle isn’t worth it, and they probably need it more than I. I’m okay with losing it because I know it will come back to me in other ways. Plus, I can name all the ways this person positively blessed me in the past. It’s my turn to give, forgive, release, and forget.
At some point, we need grace or will need grace. Sow a seed now by offering grace to someone else. More importantly, get to a point where you can offer people financial help without the expectation of getting it back. It’s a much better position to be a lender than a borrower.
The borrower will always be servant to the lender.
Every Time?
We don’t have to release everyone from their financial responsibilities 100% of the time. There are times when we need to allow others to fulfill their obligations and promises. Moreover, we should always maintain firm financial boundaries to ensure we are not hurting ourselves in the process of giving to others.
But if you’re not financially strained and a person could use some financial assistance, maybe this time you can let it go; this could also mean you don’t allow them to borrow from you again since they might be unlikely to pay it back. Still, you don’t hold anything against them but give out of grace and provide them some financial relief.
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