Still Holding On: Why Self-Forgiveness Feels So Hard

This week on Rooted and Raw, we’re getting real about forgiveness—especially the kind we struggle to give ourselves. Why is it so hard to let go of what we’ve done? And how do we actually move forward?With Easter as the backdrop, we talk about the tension between knowing the truth of the cross and still feeling stuck in guilt and shame. This episode is a reminder that Jesus didn’t just die for “some” of it—He died for all of it. And freedom starts when we finally believe that.Rooted and Raw Crew:DeAndra BowieSherita BrooksFlora De La CruzTamara HewettStephanie BoegelJaemi SerranoSpecial Thanks to DNT for the original music.We highlighted some powerful Scripture today! If you're curious about what we referenced–or just want to dig deeper for your own growth–here's a list of the passages we mentioned or alluded to in the episode. Open your Bible, follow along, and let the Word speak!Word Recap:1 John 1:19Isaiah 23:25Luke 23:24Colossians 3:12-17Romans 8:33-34Acts 2:38Matthew 18:22-35Matthew 6:14-15