Watch out that no poisonous root of bitterness grows up to trouble you, corrupting many. (Hebrews 12:15) Then I realized that my heart was bitter,     and I was all torn up inside.  I was so foolish and ignorant—     I must have seemed like a senseless animal to you. Yet I still belong to you;     you…

But Peter replied, “May your money be destroyed with you for thinking God’s gift can be bought! You can have no part in this, for your heart is not right with God. Repent of your wickedness and pray to the Lord. Perhaps he will forgive your evil thoughts, for I can see that you are full of…

Need a vacation but have no money or time? Come to Jesus. He promises Peace that passes all comprehension. But it isn’t magic. It’s provided for followers of His ways. It involves forgiveness – receiving it and giving it freely to all who offend you. This isn’t an easy task, but it’s a whole lot…

Much has been said about the cost of following Jesus, even by Jesus Himself. But what isn’t heard as much (unless you’re listening to Dallas Willard) is the cost of not following Him. Jesus instructs us to forgive all offenses against us. He modeled this continually on the planet even to his last few minutes…

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