I sat as a juror on a trial involving a father hitting his child. We were instructed to put aside our bias and feelings about the subject and those involved and simply determine what evidence or witness testimony was true beyond reasonable doubt. After the first witnesses testified on the first day, I thought that …
Continue reading Holiness, Righteousness, Justice, Mercy, Grace, and Forgiveness
For it is by grace [God’s remarkable compassion and favor drawing you to Christ] that you have been saved [actually delivered from judgment and given eternal life] through faith. And this [salvation] is not of yourselves [not through your own effort], but it is the [undeserved, gracious] gift of God; not as a result of …
There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.Galatians 3:28 (ESV) God’s righteousness comes through the faithfulness of Jesus Christ for all who have faith in him. There’s no distinction. All have sinned and fall short of God’s …
But he answered me, “My grace is always more than enough for you, and my power finds its full expression through your weakness.” So I will celebrate my weaknesses, for when I’m weak I sense more deeply the mighty power of Christ living in me.2 Corinthians 12:9 (TPT) My depression comes and goes and I …
So let us step boldly to the throne of grace, where we can find mercy and grace to help when we need it most.Hebrews 4:16 (VOICE) When my own efforts fail to bring relief from wallowing in the pit of depression I often find myself hoping God will fix me. But maybe it’s not so …
Throughout the coming ages we will be the visible display of the infinite riches of his grace and kindness, which was showered upon us in Jesus Christ.Ephesians 2:7 (TPT) Sometimes I just need a hug. Lord Jesus,Thank you for the gift of your grace.For your kindness toward me.You never kick me when I’m down,Instead you …
I have been using Grace & Peace as my complimentary close on my blog for a while, and have used it on my emails for a long time before that. I had wanted to find something that would express more meaning than the usual closings: Sincerely, Best Regards, Love, and the Christian favorite — Yours …
There’s a T-shirt I’d like to get with a print of flowers and the scripture about God’s mercies being new every morning. (Lamentations 3:23) not just because it’s pretty, but because I like the reminder. Have you ever felt that you are never going to change? That the problems you are dealing with, or the …
Days like today I don't want to even think about anything. I have a stack of must-do's and an arm load of love-to-do's, but even those don't sound good when depression hits. I want to just curl up in a ball and go to sleep! Although, days like today have become less stressful since retiring …
I get tripped up rushing forward, Or curled up in hesitation. I want to flow upon the waters Or spread my wings in exhilaration! Yet whether I walk, run or fall, Whether I excel or have nothing to show, God never turns away, or scoffs at me, No, He is right here helping me to …
The Far Reaches of Grace 