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> German Shepherds given ranks
I have a German Shepherd too, but I named him BGM-71E. I call him, "TOW two."
Kids think the dog is named after the terrier from Wizard of Oz.
> taught in the Bible to forgive
Only the LORD can offer forgiveness.
If our enemies require forgiveness, then the task is to send [them] to Him directly.
> God will not forgive us unless we forgive our enemies
Some things cannot be forgiven. I simply do not have the capacity to forgive certain things, especially when the perpetrators do not seek forgiveness or acknowledge their sin. They're like animals, dangerous ones, that need to be dealt with just as dangerous animals would be.
For those people, I'd argue that I've transcended anger, hatred and wrath. [They] need to go, it's just that simple.
> Hatred and resentment will eat you alive
Dealt with inappropriately, perhaps. But done right, it provides motivation to accomplish things. Hating my enemies is a good and healthy thing, provided it doesn't overshadow pursuit of better things.
Human emotions are not weaknesses to be overcome, but attributes to be utilized.
> forgive someone for a crime and at the same time administer the deserved justice/consequences
Most government employees are guilty of crimes that merit life sentences or capital punishment. And that is what ''must'' habben.
They get the book thrown at them. All of them.
No deals.