Forgiveness Isn't Easy (Life Is Messy Part 5)

In this episode of The Open Doors Podcast, we continue our conversation through Life Is Messy by Matthew Kelly (pages 138–168) and explore the difficult but healing work of forgiveness.

Forgiveness isn’t easy—especially when we’ve been hurt, betrayed, or disappointed by those closest to us. We talk about how unforgiveness can quietly affect us emotionally, physically, and spiritually, and why forgiveness is not excusing behavior, but choosing to let go and surrender.

This conversation also dives into boundaries, people-pleasing, and the struggle to say no without guilt. After pain or trauma, finding your voice can feel overwhelming—but your needs matter, and your voice matters. We reflect on how our identity is not found in our yes or our no, but in who God says we are.

If you’re learning to forgive, struggling to speak up, or longing for healing and freedom, this episode is for you.