When God opened the disciples’ understanding, they realized that Jesus had been destined for the cross, and had to shed that divine blood, for the forgiveness of sin.
We’re empowered to re-gift forgiveness only if and when we see it as gratitude for the greatest gracious gift ever bestowed on us.
Anyone can spot a flaw; no special talent is required. But, confronting and dealing with sin in a merciful, loving, humble, understanding way, now that’s a gift!
Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection have redeemed us. And our redemption comes simply from our faith that Christ has done this, plus nothing!
Give and get. Give and get. It’s what we do with our lives. And the Bible points out the Golden purpose – to give as good as you get.
Surmising is supposing without verification. Discerning is perceiving with good judgment. Quite often we’re surmising when we think we’re discerning.
When we confess our daily dirt, and allow Jesus to wash us with His Word, we’re empowered to grow in our ability to forgive all those who trespass against us.
Why did Jesus choose “a devil” to be a disciple (John 6:70)? He didn’t love to receive love, but to shine a light on love.
God created marriage to walk in a loving relationship, yoked with Christ and yoked together. So God ordained a recipe for how a marriage made in Heaven works.