Week 2 - Finding Hope In God (Romans 5:1-5) The peace we have through our Lord Jesus Christ, gives us access to God’s grace. A grace which fills us with a hope that doesn’t put us to shame. Life is full of moments when we fail, mess up, and suffer, and it’s easy to feel… Continue reading August 14th – Romans 5:1-5
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July 23rd – Philippians 3:14-14
Philippians 3:13-14 Many of us find ourselves stuck in the mud, unable to move forward because of our past. Guilt, shame, past sins, and hurts weigh us down, making progress seem impossible. Yet Paul's life stands as a testament to the transformative power of Christ. Once the greatest persecutor of Christians, Paul experienced the freedom… Continue reading July 23rd – Philippians 3:14-14
July 17th – Psalm 103:12
Psalm 103:12 When we truly grasp the depth of God's mercy, we understand that our sins aren’t just forgiven, but completely removed. And never will they be held against us again. This divine forgiveness frees us from the heavy burden of guilt and shame that can cripple our spirit and hinder our relationship both with… Continue reading July 17th – Psalm 103:12
July 11th – Romans 8:1
Romans 8:1 Sadly, many people allow shame to create a barrier between themselves and God, feeling unworthy to approach Him. But Paul makes it clear that those who place their faith in Christ are freed from condemnation. In Christ, we are liberated from the chains of shame and guilt that once kept us from surrendering… Continue reading July 11th – Romans 8:1
February 16th – Romans 5:5
Romans 5:5 Have you ever felt too ashamed to come to God? Felt your mistakes too great or too many? I know I have. But Paul reassures us that those feelings are from the Enemy. Lies he tells us to try and keep us separated from God. The truth is, because God pours His love… Continue reading February 16th – Romans 5:5
June 26th – John 8:44
John 8:44 “He was a murderer from the beginning, and has nothing to do with the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks out of his own character, for he is a liar and the father of lies.” Two of the of the greatest weapons Satan has in his… Continue reading June 26th – John 8:44
June 24th – Isaiah 53:5
Isaiah 53:5 “But he was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed.” One of the greatest ways God heals us is with His forgiveness. God's forgiveness is a balm for the wounded soul. And a source… Continue reading June 24th – Isaiah 53:5
June 1st – Psalm 100:5
Psalm 100:5 “For the Lord is good and His love endures forever; His faithfulness continues through all generations.” I don’t know about you, but I struggle with repentance. Oh I can apologize easy enough. And I do feel sorry for having sinned against others and God. But sadly, I’m a repeat offender. Because for me… Continue reading June 1st – Psalm 100:5
December 1st – Psalm 6:2
Psalm 6:2 One of the things I love most about the Psalms is the way they convey the hurts, joys, hopes, and sorrows of every Christian. And in Psalm 6, the pain David feels resonates deep inside my heart. Because I too know the anguish of sinning against God. The brokenness of realizing what a… Continue reading December 1st – Psalm 6:2
September 12th – Psalm 32:1
Psalm 32:1 Many Christians struggle with forgiveness. We understand the concept in our heads, but fail to receive it in our hearts. And often times, we are far more willing to extend forgiveness to others then we are to ourselves. Needlessly we carry around the burden of guilt, shame, and pain. We fear our sin… Continue reading September 12th – Psalm 32:1
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