We can see from this verse that forgiveness is essential. Even though it can be one of the toughest things for us to do. Especially when it feels like the person who wronged us does not deserve forgiveness. We weigh the level of offense and determine if forgiveness is warranted. We, believers cannot be like the world. We have to be different. That is not to say it is easy to forgive but it can be done.   What helps me is ask God for help. I want to see people the way He sees

It is one of the hardest things for us to do is to submit. We see it in our society. People do not want to submit to authority. Submit to others one the road while driving. It is in our human nature to push ourselves forward in front of others but God’s word tells us to submit.   If we all walk in love as the second verse says in this same chapter, then it will be easy for us to submit. Love is the thread that binds it all together. It is the same as when a husband loves his

God knows all the numbers of our days. It does not matter who it is. Whether the person believes in Him or not. He gives each person a life to be lived. God is moving in our lives all the time. His presence and power are in our lives. We have to acknowledge Him. I am learning how to be more content in the Lord. It feels like a life-long process. I think the temptation it to think that God does not love you because why do you not have this or that in your life. A spouse, a chi

When I first gave my heart to the Lord, I was a little girl, and sincere in my beliefs. I heard about the love of Jesus and it moved to me. I was stirred to respond to the call of salvation. I gave my heart to Jesus. As I grew and became an adult, there were times I drifted away. Not as closely walking with the Lord as I should’ve been, but God has a way of dealing with your heart. Even when you do slip away, he never leaves, he never abandons you. He’s always moving you towa

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