When love is stronger than betrayal, it is possible to forgive.
By: Sandra Martínez Reyes
Many of my friends stopped believing in fidelity and forgiveness. But they've gotten married. That's why I believe I can offer them another perspective on forgiveness. I want to learn more about infidelity and forgiveness. This doesn't mean that my contribution is more important than theirs; I just want to tell them that it's worth being faithful and it's worth forgiving infidelity.
For some authors, forgiveness is liberation,
healing, rebuilds trust, acknowledges that we make mistakes, prevents
resentment, and leads to stronger, healthier relationships.
On the other hand, Sánchez said that “infidelity
is a constant throughout history” (2016, p. 28). This means that we will all
always be unfaithful. Therefore, it is better not to get married and not have
to forgive, because you should not validate forgiveness.
Now, I want to believe what the Bible says:
"You shall not commit adultery" (Exodus 20:14). When we respect our
relationship, we give it value, stability, commitment, and an example of true
love. So, if you are faithful, it means you love, and even if the other person
fails, it would be possible to forgive because love conquers all things.
To finish, perhaps this conclusion is less
extensive than the other points because it's clear to me that the Bible's
prohibition against adultery is an instruction that seeks to protect our
integrity. When we are faithful, we foster healthy relationships and honor
God's design for marriage.
Literature:
Sánchez, C. (2016). Elogio de la infidelidad en las mujeres. Pasos perdidos.
Reina Valera (1960): https://www.biblia.es/reina-valera-1960.php
