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2 Corinthians 6:11-13 (WEL) O Corinthians, let us speak freely. We have opened our hearts to you. 12 Our affections towards you are not less, but yours for us are lessened. 13 Now in return—I speak as I would to my children—increase your love for us. V11 O Corinthians, let us speak freely. We…
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2 Corinthians 2:5-8 (WEL) But if anyone has caused sorrow, he hasn’t made me sad, but all of you to some extent (I don’t want to overly burden you). 6 This punishment by the majority is sufficient for such a man. 7 So that now you should forgive and comfort instead, lest this one…
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Forgiveness and Prayer (Matt. 6:14, 15 ) (Mark 11:25-26 NKJV) “And whenever you stand praying, if you have anything against anyone, forgive him, that your Father in heaven may also forgive you your trespasses. 26 “But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father in heaven forgive your trespasses.” V25 “And whenever you stand…
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Some of us have thought or are thinking they have committed the unpardonable sin. Here is my translation and thoughts. Jesus Teaches Against False Accusations Mark 3 21 Having heard [this], his friends went out to grab him, for they said, “He is insane.” 22 The Scribes who came from Jerusalem said, “He has…
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The issue/situation/offense/abuse/crime is never forgotten. The pain and trauma still exists. The need for revenge has been given to God who judges and sentences perfectly. If someone is to be forgiven, the one seeking forgiveness must do something. Repentance is required. Repentance is knowledge, assent, confession, asking for forgiveness, and reimbursement. Does the offender…
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Matthew 18 has been a difficult passage for interpreters. So, I give my few thoughts on this chapter. The Lord Jesus is speaking to Jews. These Jews are disciples. Matthew 18:1a NIV At that time the disciples came to Jesus and asked… He is teaching them some of the principles, worldview, and lifestyle of…
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A Few Thoughts on Forgiveness I don’t like the word forgiveness, because abusers, etc. use that word to manipulate others. I don’t know what word would be appropriate. A1 Forgiveness is 2-fold B1 God to humans B2 Human to human (this would include forgiving ourselves to live in peace after God has forgiven) A2…
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About Forgiveness. Forgiving that evil person Often when I encourage others (and myself), I ask them if they have forgiven that person. The most frequent reply is, “I can (or will not) forgive what they have done to me.” I then explain that forgiveness doesn’t mean that person gets away with their evil deed.…
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Types of Forgiveness Ever wonder about forgiveness? If we forgive someone, does that mean God forgives them, too? Barbara Roberts, a writer at the web site A Cry for Justice has written such an article to answer this question. It is an informative read. Would it be an act of unforgiveness to decide not…
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Theme: A covering for sin Objectives: Know: God did not abandon His people. He gave them hope for the future and a covering for sin. Think: Always be conscious for the cost of forgiveness of sin. Do: Love and serve Jesus because He paid the enormous cost of our sin. Scripture: Numbers 15:1-31 Notes…