Category Archives: Forgiveness

Two Different Bible-School Meetings

Posted on June 15, 2017 by

The months of June and July constitute Vacation Bible School season in churches all across America. It is with this in mind that I’d like to share a story that involves V.B.S. Actually, the story’s real subject is the spiritual … Continue reading →

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Have You Been A Good Samaritan Lately?

Posted on October 19, 2012 by

Then Jesus answered and said: “A certain man went down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and fell among thieves, who stripped him of his clothing, wounded him, and departed, leaving him half dead. Now by chance a certain priest came down … Continue reading →

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Turning the Other Cheek

Posted on October 2, 2012 by

“You have heard that it was said, ‘An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.’ But I tell you not to resist an evil person. But whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to … Continue reading →

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You Need Jesus As A Savior More Than You Need Him As An Example

Posted on September 6, 2012 by

  There is a sentiment out there in the world that exalts Jesus as the ultimate example of human potential. Those who hold to this sentiment talk about Him as the great teacher and the ideal role model, but they … Continue reading →

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Mud

Posted on July 18, 2012 by

Following a summer storm, a mischievous little boy raced outside and proceeded to splash the water out of every mudhole he could find. By the time he was finished the mudholes were all dry and he was covered in mud … Continue reading →

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“The Matter of Uriah the Hittite”

Posted on June 11, 2012 by

One night a man got drunk and ended up in a bar fight during which he received several cuts and bruises to his face. When he got home he stood in front of the bathroom mirror and tried his best … Continue reading →

Posted in Adultery, Backsliding, Change, Confession, Forgiveness, God's Judgment, Lying, Personal Holiness, Rebellion, Repentance, Sin | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

What’s Your Sign?

Posted on May 15, 2012 by

As a woman was waiting in the checkout line of a grocery store, she noticed a young mother standing in line in front of her. The mother had her child strapped to her back in one of those baby-backpacks. Attached … Continue reading →

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