Tag Archives: forgiveness
Lessons from a Prodigal and His Brother
“And he said, “There was a man who had two sons. And the younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the share of property that is coming to me.’ And he divided his property between them. Not … Continue reading
Forgiveness of Sins
If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. I John 1:9 As I read this scripture my mind went in four different directions. Such a familiar passage, and yet … Continue reading
I am
I am a native of my community. I was born and raised in the same local place. Then so moved away and spent a little more than a decade out of state before finding my way back home. That also … Continue reading
You are blessed
As you start your day, I just want to remind you of just how blessed and loved you are. Ephesians1:3-8 holds many truths. I would encourage you to explore for yourself. Among them: God has blessed you with every good … Continue reading
The Art of Revenge #Write31Days
Revenge is a powerful thing. It is easy to justify retaliation when we have been wronged. It is easy to share the wrong with others and have them justify retaliation. But God asks for us to wait on Him to … Continue reading
Attacks from Others
Daniel 6:1-15 It pleased Darius to set over the kingdom one hundred and twenty satraps, to be over the whole kingdom; and over these, three governors, of whom Daniel was one, that the satraps might give account to them, so … Continue reading
Letting Go
Many people walk through life with a grudge, waiting for those who hurt them to come and say “I am sorry.” “I was wrong.” “I shouldn’t have done _________.” “Please forgive me.” “Let me make it up to you.” While … Continue reading
God’s Perspective
I often pray “God, help me to see that person as you see them so I can love them with your love.” I think that God gives me glimpses of others, but this week He gave me a true view from His Word. I have been reading in Exodus during my morning devotion and got a view of God’s perspective. Continue reading
It Doesn’t Matter
I was reading through the genealogy of Christ in Matthew 1, and I noticed something that has escaped my attention until now. There are four women listed in addition to Jesus mother, Mary. My curiosity peaked about the life of these women and why, above the men they represent, they are listed in this otherwise all male genealogy.
Who were these women? Continue reading
