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Reflections & Ponderings Spiritual Formation

Three Tales of Forgiveness

By Elizabeth | by Elizabeth

Forgiveness implies sacrifice, humility, and healing. It is lavish and holds nothing back. Two weeks ago I shared why I believe sharing forgiveness is a true sign of Christ living in us. Today I want to share three stories from the Bible that expressly show how God desires us to hold nothing back when it comes to offering forgiveness. He desires us all to live a freely forgiven life without guilt, worry, or shame. A Brother…

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Reflections & Ponderings Spiritual Formation

To Forgive or Not to Forgive?

By Elizabeth | by Elizabeth

PART 1 Saying, “I’m Sorry,” in China was a tricky business. To apologize meant incriminating yourself to some wrong putting you at fault. The word ‘sin’ means criminal. To apologize labeled you as a criminal by your own words. For example, if a car hits a person biking on the road, keep in mind the traffic is mostly standstill pace, the driver would never apologize. To show a glimpse of remorse would impose this driver…

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