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Under Attack

Forgiving those who wound us by their words brings deep freedom and brings rest to our troubled souls. That Jesus includes this in his pattern prayer shows us the importance of regularly dealing with the wounds brought on by the words and deeds of others. Continue reading

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How Many Times?

As it was for the disciples, this teaching may seem difficult for us. They said, “Increase our faith!” Sometimes we need the same. Ask God to give you the strength to take the offense to the cross and leave it there. It may seem too difficult for you—but nothing is too difficult for God. He can help you forgive. Continue reading

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How Many Times?

Learning to forgive may be one of the more difficult lessons in the life of following Christ. Forgiving too early, or too often, seems unfair. Forgiving so easily seems to diminish the importance of the hurt we feel. Continue reading

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