Tag: forgiveness
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ForGIVEness for yourself and others (Day 10 of #24DaysofGiving)
A lot has been said about the power of forgiveness to heal and transform lives. Forgiveness is one of the most crucial spiritual teachings we have been given to learn, yet it can be one of the most difficult to put into practice. “Forgive and forget” is a popular mantra, but in truth, it can…
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ForGIVEness for yourself and others (Advent Day 10)
A lot has been said about the power of forgiveness to heal and transform lives. Forgiveness is one of the most crucial spiritual teachings we have been given to learn, yet it can be one of the most difficult to put into practice. “Forgive and forget” is a popular mantra, but in truth, it can…
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Blessing, releasing, forgiving
Recently, I had to let go of a very difficult relationship. Although I love this person very much, the relationship has always been unhealthy, causing pain and grief over the years. Even while limiting contact, I searched in vain for ways to “fix” things. I eventually realized that this relationship couldn’t be fixed. Sacrificing my…
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Psalm 23 Summer Faith Challenge: honoring God’s name
He leads me in right paths for his name’s sake. This week for our Summer Faith Challenge at Decatur Presbyterian Church, we’re asked to choose an activity that honors God’s name. Many of the suggestions offered are to be of service to others in need, in keeping with Jesus’s teachings: Matthew 25:34-36 Then the king…
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