A father and son have a long history of hostility and conflict. As the father dies, he finally expresses his love, but the son is unable to respond verbally. Which gift of resolving relationships is most important to address with the son?
a. Guilt
b. Anger
c. Gratitude
d. Forgiveness
D
The son is unable to express the hurt and pain associated with the relationship with his father. Assisting him to forgive the father and admit the wrongs in the relationship will help resolve the conflict. Guilt and anger are not gifts. Expressing gratitude is not the priority for the son.
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