pause God’s ways are not our ways. Jesus said: “Happy are you when people insult you… You are the salt of the earth… Love your enemies… Don’t worry… It’s impossible for human beings. But all things are possible for God… The truth will set you free.” Matthew 5:11, 13, 44;...

pause Jesus says to us, “Come to me, all you who are struggling hard and carrying heavy loads and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28) What are you carrying that you need to unload? Imagine that you are holding it in your hands. In your mind, place what you...

O Lord God, merciful judge, you are the inexhaustible fountain of forgiveness. Replace our hearts of stone with hearts that love and adore you, that we may delight in doing your will, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Verse: “If you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you” Matthew 6:14 Lesson: Jesus told a parable about an unforgiving servant (Matt. 18:23-34). The servant owed his master a large amount of money. Unable to pay, he begged for mercy. The master was moved with compassion...

Gracious God, thank you for being the God of forgiveness and of second chances. Teach us to come to you in times of forgiveness for ourselves and from us to one another. Because of your love and Jesus’ sacrifice, we are forgiven. Amen