Persevering in Broken Relationships
When we walk in these broken relationships in a broken world, these can be the words that lend us hope. How do I go on when he or she won’t change? How do I go on when they won’t repent?
When We Want Reconciliation
Reconciliation is possible, with time and patience. We are fallible humans who need grace in relationships. How can I protect myself when I reconcile with someone?
Do I have to reconcile after forgiveness?
There is an ache in the lack of reconciliation, because we were made to love. We were made for fellowship. I don’t think I can reconcile, do I have to? What does the Bible say about reconciliation?
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.
Relinquishing Past Regret - 2 Samuel 11:1-12:25
Regret is a wakeup call to take it to God, accept forgiveness and consequences, then worship and go forth with a change of heart.
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.
Forgiveness in Pop Culture
What popular culture like The Devil Wears Prada teaches us about forgiveness. Also known as ‘Withholding forgiveness - Part 2’ But this intro and title just sound better :-)
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.