Tag Archives: forgiveness

Would I Be Forgiven?

Posted on April 10, 2026 by Shirlee Abbott

Luke 23:34 (NIV) Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” This is forgiveness, then and now. For you and me. Good morning, Lord. Forgive me my willful sins, my unintended sins, … Continue reading →

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Reconciliation with Others

Posted on March 19, 2026 by Shirlee Abbott

Reconciliation starts with God, but it doesn’t end there. Matthew 5:23-24 (ESV) So if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there before the … Continue reading →

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Let’s Not Count

Posted on November 13, 2025 by Shirlee Abbott

Matthew 18:21-22 (NIV) Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?” Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times. Is Jesus … Continue reading →

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Timeless Repentance

Posted on March 28, 2025 by Shirlee Abbott

This ancient prayer of repentance says it well. “O Lord, forgive me my sins, the sins of my youth, and my present sins, the sin that my parents cast upon me, original sin, and the sins that I … Continue reading →

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Kindness with Forgiveness

Posted on November 1, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

Ephesians 4:32 (NIV) Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Note to self: Sooner or later, someone will let me down. Be prepared to forgive. It’s the kind thing … Continue reading →

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God Sees Me

Posted on May 21, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

Psalm 33:18 (MSG) Watch this: God’s eye is on those who respect him, the ones who are looking for his love. I look for God. He sees me. Works both ways, yay! [Note to self: I can’t … Continue reading →

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Morning Prayer: Never Forget

Posted on March 21, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

Good morning, Lord. You know everything, and I know so little. You never forget, and so much slips my mind. When I forget Your rules for living and do wrong, You remember the blood on the cross and forgive my … Continue reading →

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Morning Prayer: When I Sin

Posted on September 22, 2023 by Shirlee Abbott

Good morning, Lord. It’s not a question of “If I sin.” It is “When I sin,” because I will. When I sin, nudge my soul so I understand what I’ve done. Give me the courage to admit it–to You first, … Continue reading →

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God’s Anger

Posted on September 21, 2023 by Shirlee Abbott

“When we see the darkness of our sin, we fear the storm of your wrath. But just as in truth rain brings new life to the Earth, so you rain down mercy on our sinful souls, bringing forgiveness and peace.” … Continue reading →

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Honest to God

Posted on June 12, 2023 by Shirlee Abbott

1 John 1:9 (NIRV) If we confess our sins, he will forgive our sins. Confess, in Greek, homologeó, meaning to be of one mind. When I confess my sin, I’m of one mind with God. I’ve sinned. Honest to … Continue reading →

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