All tagged scandalous grace
My view from "The Chair" this morning - Matthew 7:12. Easy words to read. Not always easy words to live by. I always want mercy, grace, love, and generosity extended to me, especially in times of need. However, I hate to admit it, but more often than I would like to admit to, I find myself wanting to judge; be upset; or even stingy when looking at others and the situations they find themselves in. This morning I am asking the Lord to help this verse be my first filter when looking at situations or people. These beautiful, hand knit socks were an unexpected gift of hope
The view from "My Chair" this morning - Hebrews 4:16. When I am comfortable with who I am to the person I am speaking to, I tend to communicate with ease, assurance, and open heartedness. When I am solid in my relationship with that person, I feel free to ask for what I need. This is true for all my human relationships, as well as my relationship with my Father. Because I know that I am His beloved daughter and He loves me far more that I could ever comprehend, I can be assured that when I am in need, He will always be right there full of His mercy and grace to help me. Ponder this with me today -
My View From "The Chair" this morning - John 8:4-7. I LOVE this rock! Maybe it's because I really think I could be a mermaid or maybe it's because it was a gift from a wonderful friend. It's probably both. However, this rock sits on my desk as a visual reminder that I don't get to be the judge of others.
My view from the chair this morning - Matthew 18:21,22. How often have I had to remind myself that people are NOT my enemies. My true enemy is Satan. Therefore, because you and I have been scandalously forgiven, we should forgive others with that same shocking grace and forgiveness.
