Healing Starts with Truth and Forgiveness

Continuing the “Touchy Subjects” summer series, Pastor Milton Bunting explores the vital role of truth and forgiveness in overcoming church hurt. Drawing from Colossians 3:13, he challenges believers to be honest with themselves about the nature of their pain—distinguishing genuine hurt from discomfort with correction. Pastor Bunting emphasizes speaking truth in love, choosing freedom over bitterness, and understanding that forgiveness is a process for personal healing, not the approval of the one who caused harm. He warns against letting church hurt separate us from Christ, reminding us that God uses imperfect people to accomplish His work. This message calls listeners to confront hurt directly, extend grace, and remain steadfast in their faith community.