We may know we need to forgive. We may choose it too. And mean it. But we have to do it God’s way to be sure He has accepted our act of forgiveness and then canceled the assigned torment. What must we do? What steps does God require? When I first saw this, I returned... Continue Reading →
Day 7 – Free to Forgive
Let’s turn to one of the most familiar passages in the entire Bible to help us understand more fully. It’s the Lord’s Prayer: Look closely at these words: “But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.” Jesus was not pulling any punches. If we don’t forgive those who... Continue Reading →
Day 6 – Free to Forgive
How could we imagine forgiving others seventy times seven times—a seemingly infinite number? Because we don’t want the Father to discipline us by turning us over to the torturers until we do. There are always real and painful consequences to our unforgiveness. If we think our unforgiveness can be pushed down, hidden, stored away without... Continue Reading →
What Does a Sabbath Look Like?
“You have six days in which to do your work, but the seventh day is a day of rest dedicated to me.” Exodus 20:9-10 (GNT) The Bible is filled with instructions about living the kind of healthy life God made you to live. Exodus 20:9-10 says, “You have six days in which to do your work,... Continue Reading →
Slow Down by Learning Contentment
“I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances.” Philippians 4:11 (NIV) If you’re serious about slowing down, don’t start with your schedule. Start with your heart. Paul says in Philippians 4:11, “I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances” (NIV). Notice that Paul says he has “learned” contentment. You are not by nature a contented... Continue Reading →
How to Grow Your Relationship With God
Yesterday we talked about why it’s important for you to know the purpose of your life so that God can use you while you’re here on Earth. This life is preparation for eternity—but what does that mean in practical terms? How do you use your life here to prepare for eternity? First, you get to... Continue Reading →
God Makes Difficult Past Easier
What challenging past you are struggling to move on?
Celebrate Women
It's been months since the last time I posted here. I guess this is the first for this year. So let me start with this one. My pleasure to be featured for the #WomensHistoryMonth. Indeed my heart is full! I wish every woman in all colors and race, is happy, confident, has found their purpose... Continue Reading →
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