March 23: “One Reason Why Repentance Is So Important”
Repentance will stop up God’s ears so that He cannot and will not listen to our prayers. That’s why we need to be sure to repent quickly and thoroughly when we sin.
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March 10: “Are You a Good Person?”
None of us are morally good in God’s eyes. So, since only good/righteous people are admitted into Heaven, we need to find a righteousness outside of ourselves – in Jesus.
Read MoreFebruary 17: “Repenting for Sins We Didn’t Commit”
While God will not specifically punish us for someone else’s sins, we may experience punishment because we happen to be in the group of someone who sinned.
Read MoreFebruary 10: “Forgiveness is Wonderful, But There’s Something Even Better”
To forgiven by the Lord is wonderful. But it’s even better if we live in such a way that we rarely have to seek His forgiveness. It’s especially wonderful if we have no consequences of disobedience.
Read MoreJanuary 27: “Steps Toward Reconciliation”
Relationship conflict will happen. But for Christians, there is no option to allow unforgiveness and unrepentance to remain. We must work toward reconciliation.
Read MoreJanuary 12: “The Blessings of Acknowledging Our Sinfulness”
One of the ironies of the Christian life is that while we desire for others to see us as holy, the greatest blessings can come when we see ourselves as sinful.
Read MoreJanuary 11: “Physical Benefits of Spiritual Renewal”
When we live in conformity to God’s Word, there are not only spiritual benefits; there are also physical benefits.
Read MoreJanuary 4: “Repentance is a Good Thing”
The first word to come out of John the Baptist’s and Jesus’ mouth as they began their ministries was “repent.” That word is obviously significant and demands our attention and compliance. But it’s also a very good word!
Read MoreDecember 12: “Jesus Values Sin Over Apathy”
We are never in more danger than when we feel like we have ‘arrived’ in our walk with Jesus. When we have spiritual arrogance and are filled with self-sufficiency, we are in desperate need of repentance.
Read MoreSeptember 18: “Guilt that Produces Repentance”
4 Minute Read + Scripture readings Today’s Bible Reading: 2 Samuel 142 Corinthians 7Ezekiel 21Psalms 68 Today’s Bible Verse(s): 2 Corinthians 7:10 (CSB): “For godly grief produces a repentance that leads to salvation without regret, but worldly grief produces death.” Reflections on Today’s Bible Verse(s): Wouldn’t it be nice if God shipped a “Spiritual Birth […]
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