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Love is a choice. Total forgiveness is a choice. It is not…

“Love is a choice. Total forgiveness is a choice. It is not a feeling-at least at first-but is rather an act of the will. It is the choice to tear up the record of wrongs we have been keeping.” quote by R. T. Kendall
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“Love is a choice. Total forgiveness is a choice. It is not a feeling-at least at first-but is rather an act of the will. It is the choice to tear up the record of wrongs we have been keeping.”

R. T. Kendall

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Love and forgiveness are deliberate decisions, not merely feelings, requiring willful action to overcome past wrongs.

In simple terms: Love and forgiveness are choices.

Key Takeaway

Choose to act with love and forgiveness.

Themes

relationships forgiveness willpower

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • marriage counseling
  • conflict resolution
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

ethical decision‑making emotional intelligence

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can you choose love over resentment?
  • What actions demonstrate forgiveness?
A Different Perspective

Feelings may resist rational choice.

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