“Forgive and forget.” Or so we’re told. So often we believe that forgiving means forgetting. And, since forgetting about the sin and hurt someone has caused us is darn near impossible, we give up and assume we just can’t forgive. But biblical forgiveness is not forgetting!
“Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.” (Proverbs 12:25, NIV) Do you ever have anxiety? Who doesn’t?!? Chances are there
“The word on the street is that faith is a potent mixture of intellectual and emotional self-control that when properly harnessed can literally change outcomes
“A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy person keeps a secret.” (Proverbs 11:13, NIV) Gossip is a sneaky sin, and I don’t think anyone
Proverbs 22:6 says, “Train a child in the way that he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.” But
“When words are many, sin is not absent, but he who holds his tongue is wise.” (Proverbs 10:19, NIV) Have you ever been in a
There are many false ideas, spiritual urban legends, floating around our churches today. Unfortunately, we often swallow these lies hook, line, and sinker, and then
What is the best part of knowing Jesus? Some might say forgiveness. Others, freedom from addiction. Still others would say it’s the peace and joy
The final chapter of 1 Corinthians. The Apostle Paul, who wrote the letter, concludes with several personal comments and parting thoughts. What we can see
“Whoever corrects a mocker invites insults; whoever rebukes the wicked incurs abuse. Do not rebuke mockers or they will hate you; rebuke the wise and
“Listen, for I have trustworthy things to say; I open my lips to speak what is right. My mouth speaks what is true, for my
“Do not let your heart turn to her ways or stray into her paths.” (Proverbs 7:25, NIV) Does God have your heart? Or does your
