Forgiveness is a big, broad word that could take us in many different directions today. We could talk all day long about the need to forgive others–– a very important and monumental task, indeed. But today is the day to get down to the nitty gritty and talk about forgiving OURSELVES. It is a choice for us to make today: to let go of the past and accept the forgiveness that Jesus graciously and mercifully blesses us with. This is a serious matter to Jesus. Check out this very bold wording in Scripture regarding forgiveness. It is even violent. The … Continue Reading »»
Sarah Martin
As summer is fast approaching, I think back on the good old days of childhood where I would run shoe-less and bathing suit clad carefree for several months during the super hot Texas summer. My mom would keep us pretty busy with fun summer camps like gymnasticas camp, sewing camp, dance camp. She would always make sure we went to vacation Bible school where we would come home everyday filled with the traditional kid’s gospel songs that stick in your head until you are well..thirty-four years old. I still remember the VBS song that goes… I’ve got that joy joy … Continue Reading »»
Today I had a wonderful lunch with a new friend. With our smart phones set aside, we had one of those get real about life conversations. The word contentment fell out of my mouth and my friend promptly asked striaight up about how I live my life content. My response came quickly and honestly with an absolute disclaimer: I often find myself driving down the mental road of comparision and discontent. Bottom line, contentment is a daily choice. It is a choice that must always be coupled with a heart of gratitude toward Jesus. I encourage you to take a … Continue Reading »»