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Relatable witness

...s us of God’s compassion and Peter’s denial represents the breath of God’s forgiveness. We also have Paul who admits, he does things he does not want to do, and James and John fighting over Jesus’ favor. These are great examples of living life in honest transparency, and because of their human frailties, we have hope in the God who transforms and molds our brokenness into vessels He can use. Isn’t that what God still asks of us today? I will never...

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A journey of grace and freedom after abortion

...en with abortion experiences. Kaylyn explains why, for her, asking God for forgiveness for what had happened was one of the hardest things she’s ever had to do. She explains why: because she knew God would forgive her. “I knew He would . I didn’t want it . I didn’t feel like I deserved it. Of course, I do. I know that now . But – at the time – I didn’t want H is forgiveness . I knew He would give me His gr...

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Why are we “washed in the blood?”

...hing is purified with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness of sins.” Hebrews 9:22 David Wheaton says the theme of redemption through blood echoes through the whole Bible. “The idea of shedding of blood for sin is not peripheral, it is central to the Christian faith. From the very beginning when Adam and Eve sinned, God made clothing for them from animal skins – He killed animals. Humanity broke His law...

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Thief in Paradise

...orgive them. For they do not know what they are doing.” How could he offer forgiveness when they yet abused him? Why would he care about them? Unless he really was the King of the Jews. Unless he really was the Son of the Most High God. Unless this man really did come to set us free. For such words of forgiveness could not be uttered without unwavering confidence in who he was and an extra-ordinary love for others. While I was trying to make sense...

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Traits of a healthy marriage: lifelong commitment

...eep an open heart toward your spouse? Pray for them. Extend them grace and forgiveness. Greg shares his perspective on choosing love versus feeling love. “The decision part is you’re eliminating any other option – divorce is not an option. The emotional part is my awareness of how incredibly valuable my marriage is. Your marriage is a living breathing entity. It is valuable! I need to be aware – what are some of my favorite...

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Sam Crabtree

...hristian parents and praying grandparents, he trusted Christ alone for the forgiveness of his sins and the fulfillment of all God’s promises to him when he was in early grade school, and was interviewed by the church elders for baptism when he was in third grade. Further shaped by teachers, coaches, pastors, books, experiences on the farm and in town, and famous “dead guys,” he first preached to the entire congregation when he was sixteen, and at...

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Experiencing peace and incredible joy

...ieve that Jesus suffered the punishment that we deserve and (3) accept His forgiveness. When we do that, we can once more experience true harmony with God. One way for you to experience this harmony with God is by saying the following prayer: Dear God, I admit that, like my ancestors, I have lived in rebellion against you. I’m sorry that I have offended you in so many ways. Thank you for sending Jesus to earth to teach me your ways then to die to...

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Slaying the dragon of self-hatred

...…for I have betrayed innocent blood.” However, instead of seeking Christ’s forgiveness and receiving his grace, he went out and hanged himself (Matthew 27:3-5). In addition to embracing the truth about your capacity to sin, we must embrace the truth of God’s grace. He knows what we are capable of and more. The scriptures tells us that “While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us” (Roman 5:8). Self-hatred is the proud person’s response to the fai...

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Why Jesus is the only one who can teach us how to forgive – Debra Fileta | Handling the emotions of a past wound being reopened – Jason Romano

...ward When Those We Love Hurt Us,” talks about the ongoing process of forgiveness that is never fully completed. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here...

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The sacred life

...In the midst of a painful revelation, God’s healing presence can carry us through and restore our hope. On the next Live the Promise Susie talks with Melissa Ohden . We’re going to hear the amazing account of her life and journey to forgiveness after learning that she survived an abortion. Key Scriptures: Jeremiah 1:5; Ephesians 4:32 Theme Song: I Heard the Bells by Mercy Me Highlight : The sacred life The sacred life Image: Flickr...

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