Category Archives: Forgiveness

Our forgiving God

Posted on August 13, 2016 by Wisdomforlife

Remind yourself often of these truths “If you, O Lord, kept a record of sins, O Lord, who could stand? But with you there is forgiveness.” (Psalm 131:3-4) “The Lord our God is merciful and forgiving, even though we have … Continue reading →

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An urgently important message

Posted on February 18, 2016 by Wisdomforlife

What should life and relationships look like among those who have received God’s forgiveness and salvation? Continue reading →

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Do we need to ask God to forgive our sins?

Posted on May 18, 2015 by Wisdomforlife

If, at the moment we receive God’s gift of salvation, Christ’s sacrifice removes the guilt of all our sins past, present, and future, why should we continue to confess our sins and ask for forgiveness? Continue reading →

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Catch my live show with @JustinBlaney

Posted on May 6, 2015 by Wisdomforlife

Catch my live show with @JustinBlaney on ‪#‎I4JLIVE‬ 5/7. Continue reading →

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How can I know he means it?

Posted on February 8, 2015 by Wisdomforlife

Unlike forgiveness, reconciliation of a broken relationship is a process conditioned on the attitude and actions of an offender. Those who commit significant and repeated offenses must realize that their responses and actions affect the timing of the process. Those who are genuinely repentant will accept this fact with brokenness and humility. Use the seven signs here to be sure someone is truly sorry. Continue reading →

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The way out of resentment

Posted on January 11, 2015 by Wisdomforlife

Is it possible to carry deep resentments and not even be aware of the power they hold over you?

One woman learned the power of suppressed resentment fifteen years after a tragic accident. Continue reading →

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No one came to my support

Posted on December 4, 2014 by Wisdomforlife

At my first defense, no one came to my support, but everyone deserted me. It’s natural to default toward self-pity and resentment when we feel forgotten and unappreciated. Continue reading →

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Does grace lead to responsibility?

Posted on June 25, 2014 by Wisdomforlife

“Mercy is not effectively received unless it is shown, for God’s mercy transforms. If God’s mercy does not take root in the heart, it is not experienced. Forgiveness not shown is forgiveness not known.” Continue reading →

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Do you forgive or enable?

Posted on June 17, 2014 by Wisdomforlife

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What should you expect?

Posted on May 10, 2014 by Wisdomforlife

Please take time to listen to this message! Continue reading →

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