In the Life of Christ “Forgive us our sins, for we ourselves forgive everyone who is indebted to us.” — Luke 11:4 When I pray these words Jesus taught His disciples, I find that they bring particular faces to mind. I remember someone whose words wounded me, a disappointment I still revisit, or a conversationContinue reading “When Mercy Becomes Our Way of Life”
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When Anger Reaches for the Sword
On Second Thought “Mockers stir up a city, but the wise turn away anger.” — Proverbs 29:8 David knew what it was to be mistreated. He had served King Saul faithfully, defeated Israel’s enemies, and repeatedly spared the life of the man hunting him. Yet in 1 Samuel 25, David nearly allowed one insult toContinue reading “When Anger Reaches for the Sword”