Forgiveness and guilt
Repairing the harm
Doing what you can to correct what you damaged, through concrete actions.
What the Bible can tell you
Zacchaeus stood and said to the Lord, "Behold, Lord, half of my goods I give to the poor. If I have wrongfully exacted anything of anyone, I restore four times as much."
Luke 19:8
or any thing about which he has sworn falsely: he shall restore it in full, and shall add a fifth part more to it. He shall return it to him to whom it belongs in the day of his being found guilty.
Leviticus 6:5
leave your gift there before the altar, and go your way. First be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer your gift.
Matthew 5:24
A human reading
Zacchaeus returned what he had taken unjustly. Repairing harm shows real repentance. Ask yourself what you can return, repair, or do differently, even if it is little.
This page offers reflection and companionship; it does not replace a professional. If what you feel weighs heavily or lasts for weeks, talk with someone you trust or with a health professional.