“Therefore be merciful, just as your Father also is merciful”—Luke 6:36 (NKJV). Mercy and grace seem to be in short supply these days, even among Christians. But on October 2, a grieving 18-year-old offered forgiveness to a former Dallas police officer who shot and killed his older brother. Botham Jean’s life ended when Amber Guyger …
“That is why I said that you will die in your sins; for unless you believe that I am who I claim to be, you will die in your sins”—John 8:24 (TLB). What would you say if someone asked you why you believe in Jesus? I recently posted this question on Facebook and was immediately …
“The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective”—James 5:16(NIV). “Prayer is not asking. Prayer is putting oneself in the hands of God, at His disposition, and listening to His voice in the depth of our hearts.” This quote from Mother Teresa led me to reflect on my own prayer life. I’ve been struggling …
“And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith”—Hebrews 12:1-2(NIV). In my early 40s, I began competing in 5K races. I never considered myself an athlete. But, I’ve always had a competitive edge, less so since I’ve grown spiritually. I’ve learned …
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