Forgiving Ourselves
This is the life of a Christian. Forgiveness is just part of it. A hard part, but the person we are becoming is worth it. How can I forgive myself for what I have done? Following a model in the Bible for forgiving ourselves.
Forgiving Past Hurts: Looking back to move forward
In time, God has taken those feelings inflicted by others and erased them. Forgiveness led to changes in me: in my relationships, in my responses to slights. Forgiving past hurts will free us for a better present, an abundant life.
Unforgiveness: Overcoming the struggle against desire for revenge
We struggle to believe that God will act and act swiftly because we are surrounded by a world that seems to thrive on evil, and no punishment is in sight. So, how do I overcome the desire for revenge? What the Bible says about revenge.
Withholding Forgiveness – Part 1
Forgiveness is NOT forgetting the offense. Forgiveness is NOT reconciliation. Forgiveness does NOT excuse the offense.
Defining Forgiveness
What do you think of the definition of forgiveness according to the Bible? What have I left out? What needs to be included?
Living the King's Forgiveness - Matthew 18:23-35
The king grants his freedom! Just as the son was given the whole estate. God understands how hard forgiveness is, yet he lavishes it on his children. the Parable of the Lavish King from Matthew 18:23-35
The Lavish Father – Luke 15:11-32
Most of us know the story of the Prodigal Son found in Luke 15. It is interesting that the son is labeled prodigal – for the meaning is like a two-sided coin. The Prodigal Son and the Lavish Father are two sides of one coin.
Paul as Peacemaker – a Free Bible Study
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Peace is a choice
The peace of God will not only be present but will guard our hearts and minds. What do we guard if not that which is precious to us?
Peace as Fruit of the Spirit
Peace as fruit of the Spirit: If we take this analogy out a bit, fruit begs us to consider a tree. What kind of tree? What seeded and rooted this tree?
Peace is a Gift
We struggle to accept that the rules of a peaceful life are all written out for us. Don’t get me wrong, I think we embrace Him and embrace the Word, but we struggle to obey it. It is a gift of obedience, this peace.
Peace Comes Only from God
Peace is an elusive thing. We likely seek peace through the world without thinking. But peace only comes from God, through his word and spirit.
Peace with God
Peace with God came in the Old Testament through obedience, but all have failed to maintain the obedience necessary, so God sent a gift of His Son. Jesus came to establish peace between us and God.
Seeking Peace in 2020
This peace is a host of things within us that may also war against our personal peace: forgiveness, trust, busyness, self-esteem, decisions, broken relations, fear, our past and so much more. What does God say peace is? Seek His peace through the year with us on InspiritEncourage.
Why Christ Came: to reveal the Father
The Bible is the love story of God’s pursuit of us, His people and His bride. Yet, we still do not know him.