🌿 BRUISED BUT NOT BROKEN January 17, 2026 📖 Scripture Colossians 3:13 (NLT) “Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you.” 💭 Reflection Hey sis…Forgiveness isn’t about pretending it didn’t hurt.And it’s not about excusing what happened. Sometimes forgiveness is simply choosing not to carry the weight anymore. You can forgive and still set boundaries.You can forgive and still protect your heart.You can forgive without reopening the door. Letting go is about freeing you. ✍🏽 Exercise Write this sentence and sit with it for a moment: 👉 “I’m releasing this so I can breathe again.” You don’t have to rush it.Just be honest. 📌 Engagement prompt:Comment “I choose peace” if this resonates. 🙏🏽 Optional Prayer God, help me release what still feels heavy.Teach me how to forgive in a way that brings peace, not pressure.Amen. 💜 Affirmation I am allowed to let go.I choose peace over weight.I may be bruised—but I’m not broken. Bruised but Not Broken Healing daily. Rising always. 💜